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. 8T0853373H
Audi A5 8T Entrance Strip Sill Scuff S Line Plate Trim Left N/S 8T0853373H
€47.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0601027F
Audi A5 8T A4 B8 Spare Wheel Steel R19 Hankook Tyre 125/70 8K0601027F
€156.95
Free delivery - Tue, Nov 25
If paid before 14:00
Part no. F20-SPOILER
BMW F20 F21 LCI Rear Spoiler Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Wing Panel Black Gloss
€56.95
Free delivery - Tue, Nov 25
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0148459-SRE
Mini R50 Fuel Flap Filler Cover Cap Fill In Flap Solar Red A47 0148459
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8T0809906
Audi A5 8T Fuel Filler Fill Flap Cover Cap 8T0809906
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2048804224-PAL
Mercedes W204 Head Light Washer Cover Left N/S Palladium Silver 792 A2048804224
€32.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7332424-DSB2
BMW X1 E84 Side Wing Panel Front Right O/S Fender Tiefseeblau Blue Metallic A76
€208.95
Free delivery - Fri, Nov 28
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7420542
BMW X2 F39 Rear Quarter Glass Right O/S Window Glazing AS3 7420542
€56.95
Free delivery - Tue, Nov 25
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2047600170-INB
Mercedes W176 W204 Grab Handle Rear Left Door Indigolite Blue Metallic - 230
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5G4837890B
Volkswagen Golf 7 Front Door Window Frame Trim Right O/S Cover Panel 5G4837890B
€28.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8T0955453C
Audi A5 8T Windscreen Washer Bottle Tank Reservoir 8T0955453C
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K5035225J
Audi A4 B8 Antenna Amplifier Aerial Module Booster Control Unit 8K5035225J
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K5807453
Audi A4 B8 Rear Guide Rail Bumper Bracket Left N/S Carrier Support 8K5807453
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K5807454
Audi A4 B8 Rear Guide Rail Bumper Bracket Right O/S Carrier Support 8K5807454
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K5827705C
Audi A4 B8 8K Sedan Saloon Boot Lid Seal Trunk Sealing Gasket 8K5827705C
€32.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8T0837205A-QGR
Audi A4 B8 Front Rear Door Handle Exterior Trim Left N/S Quartz Grey - LY7G
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0839479C
Audi A4 B8 Rear Door Seal Aperture Gasket Rubber Left N/S Inner 8K0839479C
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5G6845025
Volkswagen Golf 5G Door Window Glass Rear Left N/S Green AS2 5G6845025
€32.95
Free delivery - Tue, Nov 25
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0837479C
Audi A4 B8 Front Door Seal Aperture Gasket Rubber Left N/S Inner 8K0837479C
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0839480C
Audi A4 B8 Door Seal Aperture Gasket Rubber Rear Right O/S Inner 8K0839480C
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0853763E
Audi A4 B8 Front Window Seal Strip Inner Door Left N/S Weatherstrip 8K0853763E
€32.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0837440F
Audi A4 B8 Front Door Window Guide Rail Gasket Rubber Right O/S 8K0837440F
€51.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0837439F
Audi A4 B8 Front Door Window Guide Rail Gasket Rubber Left N/S 8K0837439F
€28.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2118800228-IRS
Mercedes W211 W220 Bonnet Hood Hinge Right O/S Iridium Silver - 775
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1K0864203
Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Boot Trunk Tie Down Hooks Chrome Set x4 1K0864203
€28.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2116901962-IRS
Mercedes W211 Door Moulding Front Left N/S Trim Strip Cover Iridium Silver - 775
€32.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8U0845299C
Audi Q3 8U Window Quarter Glass Fixed Rear Left N/S Tinted AS3 8U0845299C
€75.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5G3845201B
Volkswagen Golf 7 5G 2 Door Window Glass AS2 Front Left N/S 5G3845201B
€56.95
Free delivery - Tue, Nov 25
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7L8599030B
Audi Q7 4L 4.2 TDI Rear Axle Suspension Cradle Subframe 7L8599030B
€332.95
Free delivery - Fri, Nov 28
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8U0827933F-MGW
Audi Q3 8U Boot Tailgate Trunk Lid Rear Spoiler Panel Glacier White Pearl S9R
€75.95
Free delivery - Tue, Nov 25
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7292745-BLK
BMW F20 F22 F30 F36 Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Left N/S Primed Black 7292745
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2116902762-IRS
Mercedes W211 Wing Panel Moulding Front Left N/S Trim Strip Iridium Silver - 775
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A0997601559-DSI
Door Handle Mercedes W205 W213 Grab Front Rear Left N/S Diamond Silver - 988
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2117500206-IRS
Mercedes W211 Fuel Flap Tank Cap Cover Trim Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2047540009-PAL
Mercedes W204 Fuel Flap Tank Cap Cover Palladium Silver Metallic 792 A2047540009
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8P0823302B-IWH
Audi A3 8P Hood Bonnet Hinge Front Right O/S Ibis White - Y9C 8P0823302B
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8P0802907C-IWH
Audi A3 8P Fuel Filler Flap Cap Cover Ibis White - Y9C 8P0802907C
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5K4839016R
Volkswagen Golf 7 Door Lock Actuator Mechanism Latch Rear Right O/S 5K4839016R
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7467695-2
Side Skirt Mini Countryman F60 Left N/S Door Sill Trim Cover Silver ALL4 7467695
€142.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 9806649-LW
Mini R60 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Hook Cover Left Light White - B15
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8P4839478A
Audi A3 8P Rear Door Trim Aperture Strip Right O/S Outer Seal Gasket 8P4839478A
€32.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 9812896
Mini Countryman R60 Roof Rail Railing Right O/S Rack Trim Black 9812896
€75.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0823509G
Audi A4 B8 Hood Bonnet Latch Actuator Release Catch Lock 8K0823509D
€32.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0407720
Audi S5 8T Front Driveshaft Heat Protector Guard Plate Right O/S 8K0407720
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8T0853283E
Audi A5 S5 8T Coupe Front Door Weather Strip Seal Rubber Left N/S 8T0853283E
€75.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8T0837911G
Audi A5 8T Coupe Door Seal Frame Rubber Gasket Front Left N/S Outer 8T0837911G
€32.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8T0845299H
Audi S5 8T Rear Quarter Window Glass Tinted Left N/S AS3 8T0845299H
€70.95
Free delivery - Tue, Nov 25
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8T0845300H
Audi S5 8T Rear Quarter Window Glass Tinted Right O/S AS3 8T0845300H
€70.95
Free delivery - Tue, Nov 25
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0863187B
Audi S5 8T Front Driveshaft Cover Trim Left N/S Bracket Wheel Arch 8K0863187B
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0863188B
Audi S5 8T Front Driveshaft Cover Trim Right O/S Bracket Wheel Arch 8K0863188B
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 4G0839015
Audi Q3 8U Door Lock Actuator Mechanism Latch Rear Left N/S 4G0839015
€28.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5G0807305B
VW Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Rear Bumper Carrier Cross Member Support Bar 5G0807305B
€23.95
Free delivery - Tue, Nov 25
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5G6807863A
Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Rear Centre Bumper Bracket Holder Mount Trim 5G6807863A
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5G6867914A
VW Volkswagen Golf 7 Rear Door Seal Rubber Right O/S Inner Gasket 5G6867914A
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5G6867913A
VW Volkswagen Golf 7 Rear Door Seal Rubber Left N/S Inner Gasket 5G6867913A
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5G4867912A
VW Volkswagen Golf 7 Front Door Seal Rubber Right O/S Inner Gasket 5G4867912A
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5G0853675M
VW Golf 5G Rear Tailgate Hatch Bootlid BLUEMOTION Badge Emblem 5G0853675M
€28.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5G4837480B
VW Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Window Front Seal Door Right O/S Gasket Strip 5G4837480B
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5G4837479B
VW Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Window Front Seal Door Left N/S Gasket Strip 5G4837479B
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0937545B
Audi S5 8T Fuse Relay Box Holder Bracket Board Mount 8K0937545B
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8T0877049
Audi A5 8T Sunroof Sliding Roof Mechanism Assembly Roller Blind Beige 8T0877049
€208.95
Free delivery - Fri, Nov 28
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8T0877911B
Audi A5 8T Coupe Sunroof Sliding Roof Window Glass Panel AS3 8T0877911B
€208.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8T0853284E
Audi A5 S5 8T Coupe Door Weather Strip Gasket Seal Rubber Right O/S 8T0853284E
€66.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8K0907440B
Audi A4 B8 A5 8T GPS Tracking Location System Control Unit Module 4H0907440
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 0309413-WS
Mini Cooper R52 Cabrio Filler In Flap Fuel Cap Cover White Silver A62 7118374
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 4A0955485-1
VW Volkswagen Golf 8 CD1 Windscreen Washer Fluid Bottle Tank Strainer 5WA955453A
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2058308301-1
Mercedes W205 Centre Console Rear Air Vent Storage Tray Trim Black A2058308301
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A2048801318-PAL1
Mercedes W204 Side Wing Panel Front Left N/S Fender Palladium Silver - 792
€189.95
Free delivery - Fri, Nov 28
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8056815-MG2
BMW F20 Side Skirt M Sport Sill Strip Left N/S Mineralgrau Grey Metallic - B39
€237.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 4H0853737B
Audi Q3 8U Trunk Badge Rear Emblem Lettering TDI Chrome 4H0853737B
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8U0853741
Audi Q3 U8 Rear Hatch Bootlid Tailgate Lettering Badge Emblem 8U0853741
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 4G0853737
Audi Q3 8U Trunk Badge Rear Emblem Lettering Quattro 4G0853737
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8U0809906E
Audi Q3 8U Fuel Filler Fill Flap Cover Cap 8U0809906E
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8U0827851
Audi Q3 8U Rear Tailgate Electric Strut Lift Support Left Right N/O/S 8U0827851
€51.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8U0860021A
Audi Q3 8U Roof Racks Left Right N/O/S Railing Rack Moulding Set 8U0860021A
€113.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8U0831721A
Audi Q3 8U Front Door Seal Rubber Gasket Left Right N/O/S Inner 8U0831721A
€47.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8U0853970R-MGW
Audi Q3 8U Rear Door Trim Lower Moulding Strip Cover Right O/S Glacier White S9R
€94.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8U0839902C
Audi Q3 8U Door Pillar Trim Cover Rear Right O/S Gloss Black 8U0839902C
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7213290-1
BMW X3 F25 Wiper Motor System Mechanism Front Windshield 7213290
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7162767-1
Mini R52 R57 Convertible Folding Top Roof Kinematic Hydraulic Cylinder 7162767
€37.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8E0839207-DGM
Audi A3 8P Handle Grab Rear Door Right O/S Outside Dolphin Grey X7Z
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8P4837158A
Audi A3 8P Door Seal Front Right O/S Gap Trim Cover Gasket 8P4837158A
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8P4837157A
Audi A3 8P Front Door Seal Gap Trim Cover Gasket Left N/S 8P4837157A
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 9170350
BMW E88 Mini Coupe R58 Roadster R59 Aerial Rod Antenna Radio Rod 9170350
€32.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7387277
Bumper Guide BMW F46 Rear Left N/S Rail Side Mount Bracket Support Inner 7387277
€28.95
Free delivery - Tue, Nov 25
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7335114
BMW E88 Sport Door Entrance Cover Sill Strip Front Right O/S Trim 7335114
€32.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8E0831051J-BRR
Audi A4 B7 Front Door Left N/S Door Panel Cover Brilliant Red - Y3J
€284.95
Free delivery - Fri, Nov 28
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8P0810172K
Audi A3 8P Rear Wheel Arch Mud Flap Splash Guard Trim Panel Left N/S 8P0810172K
€32.95
Free delivery - Tue, Nov 25
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1T0845412B
VW Volkswagen Touran 1T Front Quarter Side Window Glass Right O/S 1T0845412B
€37.95
Free delivery - Tue, Nov 25
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8E0833051J-BRR
Audi A4 B7 Avant Rear Door Left N/S Brilliant Red - Y3J
€237.95
Free delivery - Fri, Nov 28
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8E9955985
Audi A3 8P Rear Window Glass Washer Fluid Nozzle Jet Spray Wiper 8E9955985
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 7166581-MTB
BMW E81 E87 LCI Front Bumper Flap Trim Cover Towing Eye Montego Blue A51 716658
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 8T0951221
Audi A5 8T Alarm Siren Horn Signal Low Tone Fanfare Right O/S Side 8T0951221
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. A0009989640
Mercedes W447 Front Engine Carrier Hood Buffer Stop A0009989640
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1T0807241C-RES
VW Touran 1T Front Bumper Towing Eye Trim Reflex Silver LA7W 1T0807241C
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5C0951223C
Volkswagen Touran 1T High Tone Pitch Horn Signal Alarm Siren Fanfare 5C0951223C
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1T0867913L
Volkswagen VW Touran 1T Door Seal Rear Left Right N/O/S Weatherstrip 1T0867913L
€28.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 1T0827550J
Volkswagen Touran 1T Tailgate Boot Gas Strut Rear Left Right N/O/S 1T0827550J
€28.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
If paid before 14:00
Part no. 5G6827301C-DOG
VW Golf CD1 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Hinge Dolphin Grey C7Q 5G6827301C
€23.95
Free delivery - Wed, Nov 26
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 .