Searching for spare parts in a scrapyard

shrinz.vivek · 26th December 2022, 11:51

I recently purchased a used Innova. Its a 2011 model which has run 132000 kms. Unfortunately after a month of usage I noticed that the headlamp levelling switch is not working and my headlamp beam is stuck too close to the car.
The replacement cost of this tiny switch is INR 4000 and there seems to be no aftermarket replacement either. This made me think if I can just pull out a switch from a scrap Innova for a couple of hundred bucks. 4000 rupees may not be much, but I would like to take this as a chance to explore the scrapyards of Bangalore. Maybe it will be helpful in the future if I need any other more expensive parts.
Can someone please advice if my adventure is worth the effort?
Also can someone suggest a good scrapyard for me to start from?

srini1785 · 26th December 2022, 11:59

My post comes with a disclaimer : Buy at your own risk

Look no further than Shivajinagar Gujri just behind St Mary's Cathedral.

Its a bone yard for all things automotive. Bikes, Cars, Trucks etc. Pretty Unscrupulous dealers who take you for a ride if you are not well informed. So be carefull.

itwasntme · 26th December 2022, 12:12

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Originally Posted by srini1785

My post comes with a disclaimer : Buy at your own risk

Look no further than Shivajinagar Gujri just behind St Mary's Cathedral.

Its a bone yard for all things automotive. Bikes, Cars, Trucks etc. Pretty Unscrupulous dealers who take you for a ride if you are not well informed. So be carefull.

Well said. Years earlier, I managed to get a replacement part for my Aveo at a bargain. But, the place itself is a little shady, keep someone in the parking lot with your vehicle when shopping, lest you find your Innova turns into a donor

sumeethaldankar · 26th December 2022, 13:35

I would suggest to find a competent mechanic/garage who will find and install the part for you. Usually mechanics have contacts in such places and know whom to approach. Unless you are a DIY person and know about spares etc well an independant garage will be the way to go.

26th December 2022, 11:51	#1
shrinz.vivek BHPian Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Bangalore Posts: 91 Thanked: 669 Times	Searching for spare parts in a scrapyard I recently purchased a used Innova. Its a 2011 model which has run 132000 kms. Unfortunately after a month of usage I noticed that the headlamp levelling switch is not working and my headlamp beam is stuck too close to the car. The replacement cost of this tiny switch is INR 4000 and there seems to be no aftermarket replacement either. This made me think if I can just pull out a switch from a scrap Innova for a couple of hundred bucks. 4000 rupees may not be much, but I would like to take this as a chance to explore the scrapyards of Bangalore. Maybe it will be helpful in the future if I need any other more expensive parts. Can someone please advice if my adventure is worth the effort? Also can someone suggest a good scrapyard for me to start from?
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26th December 2022, 11:59	#2
srini1785 BHPian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: bang Posts: 900 Thanked: 3,280 Times	re: Searching for spare parts in a scrapyard My post comes with a disclaimer : Buy at your own risk Look no further than Shivajinagar Gujri just behind St Mary's Cathedral. Its a bone yard for all things automotive. Bikes, Cars, Trucks etc. Pretty Unscrupulous dealers who take you for a ride if you are not well informed. So be carefull.
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26th December 2022, 13:35	#4
sumeethaldankar Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Mumbai Posts: 4,141 Thanked: 3,664 Times View My Garage	re: Searching for spare parts in a scrapyard I would suggest to find a competent mechanic/garage who will find and install the part for you. Usually mechanics have contacts in such places and know whom to approach. Unless you are a DIY person and know about spares etc well an independant garage will be the way to go.
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