Bodywork, mounts and accessories
More informationAt Global Parts, we offer a wide selection of original used car parts, including bodywork, mounting hardware, and other accessories for many popular car brands such as BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen, and others. Each part we offer undergoes quality control to ensure you receive a top-quality product.
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Part no. 1K8827936-RIB
Volkswagen Scirocco Mk3 Rear Spoiler Boot Tailgate Trim Cover Rising Blue - R5Z
£170.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0033194-BS
BMW E90 Saloon Rear Bumper PDC Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
£94.95
Free delivery - Wed, Dec 24
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7172332-TS
BMW F01 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Rear Panel Titansilber Titan Silver Metallic 354
£237.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0831052J-IWH1
Audi A4 B8 Front Door Right O/S Ibis White - Y9C
£284.95
Free delivery - Wed, Dec 24
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A6397201005-ARW3
Mercedes Vito W639 Door Front Left Panel Shell N/S Arctic White - 9147
£237.95
Free delivery - Wed, Dec 24
If paid before 14:00
Part no. RHD-A2078100576-PAL
Mercedes C207 Wing Mirror Left N/S Auto Dip Palladium Silver - 792 A2078100576
£94.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 6434C5
Spray Nozzle Citroen Relay Peugeot Boxer Windscreen Cleaning Washer Pump 6434C5
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K9833052D-MSIL
Audi A4 B8 Avant Rear Door Right O/S Monza Silver Metallic - X7V
£237.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. RHD-3D2955119B
VW Phaeton 3D Windscreen Wiper Motor Front Left Passenger Side N/S 3D2955119B
£23.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A4537800100
Smart Fortwo 453 Panorama Roof Panoramic Sliding Glass Rear Cover Tinted AS3
£379.95
Delivery - Mon, Dec 22
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7420784-MRT
BMW F30 F32 Trunk Hinge Right O/S Boot Lid Tailgate Melbourne Red Metallic - A75
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8065888-BS
BMW X6 F16 Rear Bumper M Sport Trim Panel PDC Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
£474.95
Free delivery - Wed, Dec 24
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8235244
Air Duct BMW E46 Coupe Cabrio Brake Air Vent Front Right O/S Cover 8235244
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8P0807133D
Audi RS3 8P Front Bumper Crash Bar Impact Absorber Support Left N/S 8P0807133D
£23.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1P0845412A
Seat Leon 1P Mk2 Front Door Fixed WIndow Glass Quarter AS2 Right O/S 1P0845412A
£32.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1697300337-PLS
Door Hinge Mercedes W169 W245 Rear Left N/S Bottom Polar Silver 761 A1697300337
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0403486-BS
BMW X3 E83 Wheel Arch Rear Left N/S Cover M Sport Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
£75.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0038868-MED
BMW F20 F21 Bumper Front Trim Panel Covering Mediterranean Blue Metallic - C10
£474.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 2454107-PBL
Ford Transit Hood Bonnet Trim Covering Panel Panther Black Metallic - D9
£284.95
Delivery - Mon, Dec 22
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1177500228-CW
Mercedes CLA C117 Trunk Lid Hinge Coupe Rear Hinge Right O/S Calcite White - 650
£37.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. RHD-8J0857501A-BBL
Audi TT Mk2 8J Door Wing Mirror Left N/S Brilliant Black - Y9B 8J0857501A
£94.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. rhd-9273801
BMW 7 Series F01 F02 LCI Passenger's Footwell Trim Panel Bottom Elfenbeinweiss
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2048809347-IRS
Mercedes W204 AMG Rear Bumper Trim Panel Cover Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
£284.95
Free delivery - Wed, Dec 24
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1698850823-STE
Mercedes W169 Front Bumper Tow Eye Hook Cover Cap Steppe Brown Metallic - 490
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 2993155-MBR
BMW X1 E84 Side Wing Panel Front Left N/S Fender Cover Marrakesch Brown - B09
£142.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2036900162-BRS
Mercedes W203 Front Fender Trim Moulding Strip Left N/S Brilliant Silver 9744
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0140037-CHI
BMW 7 E65 Door Sill Cover Skirt Left N/S Chiaretto Red Metallic - 894
£56.95
Free delivery - Wed, Dec 24
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0430321-SCG4
Side Wing Panel BMW X5 E70 Front Left N/S Fender Spacegrau Grey Metallic - A52
£284.95
Delivery - Mon, Dec 22
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8089972
BMW X3 M F97 X4 M F98 Auxiliary Water Pump Bracket Holder Support 8089972
£18.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7224483
Wheel House Cover BMW F06 F12 F13 Arch Liner Front Left N/S 7224483
£28.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2217580308
Mercedes W221 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Finisher Cover Black A2217580108
£18.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7259248-2
BMW F31 Touring Rear Side Window Black Tinted Glass Glazing Right O/S 7259248
£61.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7483186
BMW F44 Moulding Trim Strip Rear Right O/S Quarter Window Frame Black 7483186
£18.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 80A860022D-1
Audi Q5 FY 80A Aluminium Roof Railing Rail Rack Bar Right O/S 80A860022D
£85.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0807331B
Audi A4 B8 Rear Bumper Crash Support Beam Bar Bracket Left N/S 8K0807331B
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8V3827933C-MRE
Audi A3 8V Rear Spoiler 3-Door Tailgate Trunk Trim Panel Misano Red - Z3M
£75.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0032949-SYD3
BMW 1 E87 3 Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Sydneyblau Blue Metallic - A19
£56.95
Free delivery - Wed, Dec 24
If paid before 14:00
Part no. rhd-2755637-CHR1
Mini Cooper One 1 R55 R56 R57 Left Door Wing Mirror N/S Chrome 5 Pins
£47.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7294489
Bonnet Seal BMW F15 F16 Rear Engine Hood Rubber Gasket Sealing 7294489
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8V0035503AC-SCB
Audi A3 8V Antenna Shark Fin Roof Aerial Antenna Scuba Blue Metallic - X5Q
£37.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8T8857409J-BRR
Audi A5 8T Wing Mirror Left Door N/S Outside Brilliant Red - Y3J 8T8857409J
£47.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. rhd-7283669-BS
Wing Mirror Door BMW F07 GT Auto Dip Left N/S High Gloss Black Sapphire
£113.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7233585
Trunk Lid Hinge BMW F07 GT Gran Turismo Boot Left N/S Rear Bottom 7233585
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0032949-QB8
BMW 1 Series E87 Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Quarzblau Blau Blue Metallic A18
£32.95
Free delivery - Wed, Dec 24
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0032949-QB1
BMW 1 SERIES 1 E87 Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S Quarzblau Blue Metallic A18
£47.95
Free delivery - Wed, Dec 24
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7363178
BMW i3 I01 Door Seal Hinge Cover Front Right Brake Rubber Sealing 7363178
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. rhd-7242567-MG2
Door Grab Handle BMW F30 F31 2 Front Left N/S Mineralgrau Mineral Grey B39
£18.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K9833052D-PHB
Audi A4 B8 Avant Rear Door Right O/S Phantom Black - Z9Y
£284.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 9132404
Mini R57 R57N LCI Cabrio Support Rear Window Shelf Right O/S
£18.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7310193
BMW F36 Gran Coupé Seal Gasket Outer Mirror Triangle Front Left N/S 7310193
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7293543-DSB
BMW F21 F22 Side Skirt Left N/S Sill Strip Tiefseeblau Deep Sea Blue - A76
£94.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2517801029
Mercedes W251 Sunroof Sliding Roof Mechanism Assembly Window Glass A2517801029
£332.95
Delivery - Mon, Dec 22
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2128270328-CVB
Mercedes W212 Roof Antenna Shark Trim Panel Cavansite Blue - 890 A2128270328
£23.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5F4839478C
Seat Leon Cupra 5F Outer Weatherstrip Strip Rear Right O/S Door 5F4839478C
£28.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5J0839016
Skoda Fabia 5J Rear Door Lock Latch Catch Release Right O/S 5J0839016
£28.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5J6839480
Skoda Fabia 5J Rear Door Window Inner Seal Strip Trim Right O/S 5J6839480
£28.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1667350365
Mercedes W166 Door Window Strip Trim Molding Rear Left N/S Chrome A1667350365
£23.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1P0867367C
Seat Leon Mk2 1P Rear Door Seal Gasket Rubber Left N/S 1P0867367C
£28.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0430225-MNB
Front Bumper Mini R55 R56 R57 Left N/S Trim Panel Cover Midnight Black - A94
£37.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8W6809907-NAB
Audi A5 F5 Fuel Filler Flap Cap Cover Navarra Blue Metallic - X5H 8W6809907
£18.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. GHP956114
Mazda 6 Mk3 GJ Wheel Arch Splash Guard Deflector Front Right O/S GHP956114
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7239416-GSB
BMW F20 F30 F32 Front Bonnet Hood Hinge Right O/S Glacier Silber Metallic - A83
£18.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A6542200031
Mercedes C118 Engine Bearing Bracket Support Holder A6542200031
£56.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2166900830
Mercedes C216 Front Right O/S Wheel Arch Splash Liner Rear Part A2166900830
£42.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 9107484-SAG
BMW i4 G26 Roof Antenna Shark Empty Housing Trim Panel Cover San Remo - C4E
£23.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 4H0035503A-QGR
Audi A8 4H D4 Aerial Roof Antenna Cover Shark 4H0035503A Quartz Grey - Y7G
£75.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1307248070
Side Panel Citroen Relay Peugeot Boxer Right O/S Moulding Trim Cover 1307248070
£23.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8V5845298N
Audi A3 S3 8V Window Glass Rear Right O/S Quarter Glass AS3 Tinted 8V5845300N
£56.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1776900304-1
Mercedes W177 W247 Wheel Arch Front Left N/S Front Section Trim Cover Panel
£70.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1K0853666P
VW Volkswagen Golf Mk5 Bumper Fog Light Cover Front Right O/S 1K0853666P
£28.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1Z0821106A-CBE
Skoda Octavia II Side Panel Front Right O/S Wing Fender Cappuccino Beige - F8H
£142.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 99650303203-MER
Porsche Boxster 986 Side Panel Front Right O/S Wing Fender Meridian Metallic 6A7
£379.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1716900139-FUP
Mercedes R171 Windscreen A Pillar Trim Left N/S Fire Opal Red - 590 A1716900139
£18.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1P0845411A
Seat Leon 1P Mk2 Front Door Fixed WIndow Glass Triangle AS2 Left N/S 1P0845411A
£32.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5H0854857A
Volkswagen Golf Mk8 Mud Splash Guard Flap Left N/S Trim Panel 5H0854857A
£23.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7349494
BMW X1 Series F48 Bowden Cable Inside Front Door Opener Left Right 7349494
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
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Part no. A1718850125-IRS
Mercedes SLK R171 Rear Bumper Trim Panel Covering Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
Promo price
£189.95
£161.46
Free delivery - Wed, Dec 24
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1717200205-IRS
Mercedes SLK R171 Door Front Right O/S Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
£237.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. rhd-9273802
BMW 7 Series F01 F02 LCI Driver's Footwell Trim Panel Bottom Elfenbeinweiss
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8E5807303-BRR
Audi A4 B7 Rear Bumper Trim Panel Cover Brilliant Red - Y3J
£189.95
Free delivery - Wed, Dec 24
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2047301755
Window Glass Mercedes S204 Wagon Rear Left N/S Door Side Tinted Black AS3
£56.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 81A839902
Audi Q2 GA B-Pillar Exterior Column Trim Panel Cover Left N/S Black 81A839902
£28.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0033556-BS4
BMW E87 LCI 4 M Sport Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S Black Sapphire 475
£66.95
Free delivery - Wed, Dec 24
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7185232
BMW 7 Series F01 Channel Cover Outer Door Rear Right O/S High Gloss 7185232
£18.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8R0831721G
Audi Q5 8R Door Seal Edge Guard Gasket Front Left Right N/O/S 8R0831721G
£28.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0868203A
Audi RS4 B8 Lateral Trim Panel Bottom Kick Front Left N/S Black 8K0868203A
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A1667570006-SEL
Mercedes W166 Diesel Fuel Filler Flap Cap Cover Selenite Grey Metallic - 992
£32.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7259713-2
BMW F31 Touring Rear Left N/S Side Window Green AS2 Glass 7259713
£28.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 4G8807453A
Audi A7 4G Bumper Mount Support Bracket Holder Rear Left N/S 4G8807453A
£18.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2467250182
Mercedes W246 Window Door Trim Bar Outside Front Left N/S Decorative Moulding
£32.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2537200124
Mercedes X253 Window Seal Door Front Left N/S Trim Strip Chrome A2537200124
£32.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7420783-GSB
BMW 3 F30 Left N/S Trunk Lid Boot Tailgate Hinge Arm Glacier Silber Metallic
£23.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0807332B
Audi A4 B8 Rear Bumper Crash Support Beam Bar Bracket Right O/S 8K0807332B
£13.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8W9827552E
Audi A4 B9 Tailgate Struts Gas Springs Lid Left Right N/O/S Set 8W9827552E
£28.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 4L0853741
Audi Q7 4L Rear Boot Lid Model Logo Q7 Tailgate Emblem Chrome 4L0853741
£18.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7438440-BS
BMW F30 Side Wing Panel Fender F31 Front Right O/S Mineral Grey Metallic - B39
£142.95
Free delivery - Wed, Dec 24
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7433454
BMW F34 GT Window Glass Side Quarter Fixed Rear Right O/S AS2 7433454
£66.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 2218988-1
BMW F30 Mud Flap Set Rear Left Right N/O/S Mud Flaps Splash Shield Guards
£28.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7446054
BMW X3 G01 Loading Sill Boot Trunk Cover Luggage Edge Trim Panel Black 7446054
£66.95
Free delivery - Tue, Dec 23
If paid before 14:00
Comprehensive body and mounting equipment
Fenders, bumpers, brackets and other body parts in one place
Bodywork, mounts, and accessories are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also key components that ensure driving safety and comfort. From fenders and bumpers to mirrors and visors, each element plays a role, protecting the vehicle from damage and enhancing its functionality. At the Global Parts automotive store we offer a wide range of used car parts for bodywork, mounts and accessories, perfectly suited to BMW , Audi , Mercedes , Volkswagen , Mini and many others.
Car body functions
The body is the basic structure of the vehicle, upon which all other components are mounted – from the drivetrain to the interior. In practice, the body serves as the "skeleton" of the car, responsible for both safety (absorbing energy during a collision) and aesthetic appeal. In the case of models like the BMW E60, an aluminum body reduced vehicle weight by as much as 50–70 kg compared to a steel body, translating into improved driving dynamics and lower fuel consumption.
What elements are included in the bodywork, mounts and accessories?
Bodywork, mounts, and accessories is a broad category that encompasses a variety of parts that impact the appearance and functionality of your vehicle. Some of the most important include:
- Spoilers and wings – They improve the vehicle’s aerodynamics, stability at higher speeds and give it a sporty look.
- Car antennas – They are responsible for receiving radio signals, as well as the operation of GPS and GSM systems in modern vehicles.
- Emblems and decorations – Details that emphasize the make, model and unique character of the vehicle.
- Grills and radiator grilles – They perform a protective and aesthetic function, improving air flow to the radiator.
- Locks and bolts – They are responsible for the proper closing of the doors, trunk lid and hood, increasing the vehicle’s safety.
- Door sill trims – They protect the sills against mechanical damage and give the car a stylish look.
- Protective and decorative strips – They protect the bodywork against damage and also emphasize the body lines.
- Parts for front and rear glass and windows – These include window lift mechanisms, seals and other elements that improve the functionality of car windows.
- Half covers and covers – Body protection against dirt, scratches and weather conditions.
- License plates and frames – They hold the license plate in place and protect it from damage.
- Bumpers and parts – They are responsible for protecting the bodywork during a collision and also influence the vehicle’s aerodynamics.
- Doors, trunk lids and tailgates – Body elements that provide easy access to the vehicle interior and trunk.
- Longitudinal parts of the body frame and brackets – They strengthen the vehicle structure and increase its rigidity.
- Safety devices and mud flaps – Bodywork protection against dirt and vehicle interior protection systems.
- Masks and parts – They are responsible for engine protection and access to the engine compartment.
- Horns – Warning elements ensuring road safety.
- Exterior mirrors and parts – They provide visibility and improve maneuver safety.
- Handles, mounts and mounting parts – Fasteners that hold the bodywork and accessories in place.
- Fenders, wheel arches and fuel filler caps – They protect the bodywork against dirt, water and mechanical damage.
- Sunroofs, convertible, panoramic and standard roofs – They improve cabin ventilation and give the vehicle an exclusive character.
- Spare wheel holders and covers – Protection and convenient attachment of the spare wheel.
- Pickup Truck Beds and Parts – Elements that increase the functionality of the cargo space in pickup trucks. Each of these elements must be made of materials resistant to external factors such as moisture, UV radiation and changing temperatures.
Body parts compatibility
When selecting body parts, compatibility with the specific vehicle model and year is crucial. For example, the body of the Audi A6 C6 (produced from 2004 to 2011) differs in dimensions and mounting points from its predecessor, the A6 C5, meaning parts are not interchangeable between generations. In the case of the BMW 5 Series E60 (2003 to 2010), body parts varied even within the 2007 facelift. Therefore, compatibility should always be based on the vehicle's VIN, which allows you to verify the exact body version.
Why is it worth taking care of the bodywork, mounts and accessories?
Regular maintenance and replacement of damaged or worn body parts, mounts, and accessories is key to maintaining the aesthetics and functionality of your vehicle. Neglected parts can lead to:
- Bodywork corrosion, which can reduce the durability of the vehicle.
- Damage to other components, e.g. mechanical, due to lack of protection.
- Decrease in the aesthetic and market value of the car. At the Global Parts store we offer original used car parts , which provide excellent quality at an affordable price.
Advantages of aluminum and steel bodywork – a comparison
| Body type | Advantages | Defects | Examples of models |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum | lighter (up to 30% lighter than steel), corrosion-resistant, improves performance | more expensive to produce and repair | BMW E60, Audi A8 |
| Steel | cheaper, easier to repair and weld, durable | heavier, more susceptible to corrosion | Audi A6 C6, VW Passat B6 |
How to choose the right body parts, mounts and accessories?
When choosing body parts, mounts and accessories such as bumpers, fenders or mirrors, it is worth paying attention to several key aspects:
- Vehicle-specific fit – Every car make and model requires specific specifications. At Global Parts, you'll find body parts, mounts, and accessories perfectly suited to brands like BMW , Audi , Mercedes , Volkswagen , Mini , and many more.
- Technical condition – Check that parts are free from cracks, scratches, corrosion or other damage.
- Material – Choose components made of durable materials such as aluminum, steel or high-quality plastics.
Step-by-step parts selection procedure
- Check the VIN number – this is the basic identifier that allows you to match the bodywork and accessories.
- Verify the year of production and model version (e.g. before and after facelift).
- Specify the body material – e.g. the BMW E60 body can be available in aluminum and steel versions depending on the component.
- Compare the dimensional parameters and mounting points in the manufacturer's catalog.
- Choose a part with a compatibility guarantee offered by the seller.
Why choose used body parts, mounts and accessories?
Car parts Second-hand is a solution that allows you to combine savings with quality. By choosing used fenders or mounts, you gain:
- Lower costs – Used components are much cheaper than new ones, and their quality remains high.
- Ecology – By choosing used car parts , you support recycling and reduce the amount of automotive waste.
- A wide range – At Global Parts you will find parts for the most popular car brands, making it easier to find the right components.
How to take care of the bodywork, mounts and accessories?
To keep your vehicle's bodywork, mounts and accessories looking good and functioning properly for years, it's worth remembering a few rules:
- Wash and maintain the bodywork regularly to prevent dirt and salt build-up that can cause corrosion.
- Check the condition of bumpers, fenders and mounts to ensure there is no mechanical damage.
- Replace damaged accessories such as mirrors or protective strips to ensure the full functionality and aesthetics of your vehicle. If you need a replacement, Global Parts has the right used car parts to restore your vehicle to its perfect appearance and full functionality.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions about bodywork and mounting
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the car body responsible for? | The bodywork is the structure of the vehicle's body, constituting its skeleton and responsible for safety, aerodynamics and aesthetics. |
| What does aluminum body mean? | This body is made of aluminum instead of steel. It offers reduced weight, better corrosion resistance, and improved driving dynamics. |
| What is a VIN and why is it important when selecting body parts? | VIN is a unique vehicle identification number that allows body parts and mountings to be matched exactly to the car version. |
| Is the body of the BMW E60 different from the Audi A6 C6? | Yes, these are designs from different manufacturers, differing in materials, dimensions, and mounting arrangements. The Audi A6 C6's body is primarily made of steel, while the BMW E60 uses aluminum components. |
| What body parts are most frequently damaged? | The most vulnerable parts include bumpers, fenders, side mirrors and hoods. |
| Is it worth buying used body parts? | Yes, because they are cheaper and, when selected correctly (according to the VIN and model), they ensure full compatibility and functionality. |
| How do I check the compatibility of a fender or bumper with my car? | It is best to use the VIN number and the manufacturer's catalog, and compare the mounting points and dimensions of the parts. |
Summary: Bodywork, Mounts and Accessories at Global Parts
The body, mounts, and accessories are the elements that combine functionality, safety, and aesthetics of a vehicle. By maintaining their technical condition, you ensure comfort and confidence on every journey. The Global Parts automotive store invites you to browse our wide selection of original used car parts . Whether you're looking for car parts for a BMW , Audi , Volkswagen , Mercedes , or Mini, you'll find them at competitive prices. We strive to ensure every customer finds the right parts for their car, and if you have any questions or concerns about selecting the right components, we're happy to help! Please contact us – we're here to help! For more information and interesting facts, visit our automotive blog .