How to make sure a used part actually fits your car
18 Jul 2026 · Rakkibo Admin
The number one reason a used part gets returned is simple: it doesn't fit. The good news is that on Rakkibo, fitment is built in — but a little care on your side makes it bulletproof.
1. Start with your exact vehicle. Pick your Make, Model and Year before you browse. Rakkibo then shows a clear "✓ Fits your car" badge on parts confirmed for that generation.
2. Check the OEM / part number. If you have the number from your old part or the dealer, search it directly — it's the most reliable match there is.
3. Mind the generation, not just the year. Manufacturers change parts mid-cycle. Rakkibo maps parts to the exact chassis generation, but if your car sits on the boundary between two, message the seller with your VIN.
4. Photograph your old part. Brackets, connectors and sensor positions vary. A quick photo helps the seller confirm you're getting the right variant.
5. When in doubt, fit it at a garage. Choose "have it fitted" at checkout and a vetted garage inspects the part on arrival — before you ever drive in.
Do these five things and a used part is every bit as dependable as new — at a fraction of the price.
1. Start with your exact vehicle. Pick your Make, Model and Year before you browse. Rakkibo then shows a clear "✓ Fits your car" badge on parts confirmed for that generation.
2. Check the OEM / part number. If you have the number from your old part or the dealer, search it directly — it's the most reliable match there is.
3. Mind the generation, not just the year. Manufacturers change parts mid-cycle. Rakkibo maps parts to the exact chassis generation, but if your car sits on the boundary between two, message the seller with your VIN.
4. Photograph your old part. Brackets, connectors and sensor positions vary. A quick photo helps the seller confirm you're getting the right variant.
5. When in doubt, fit it at a garage. Choose "have it fitted" at checkout and a vetted garage inspects the part on arrival — before you ever drive in.
Do these five things and a used part is every bit as dependable as new — at a fraction of the price.