How to Spot Fake Audi Parts Online

Online shopping has revolutionized car buying, but it’s easy to fall for a scam when shopping for Audi parts online. Fake parts may have an appealing price tag, but they’re low quality and can harm your car long-term. Keep an eye out for these signs that a seller may not be legitimate, or buy your genuine Audi parts right here at Audi Van Nuys.

Analyzing a Listing

When looking at a part online, you can start by double-checking the part number. Audi uses a standardized set of numbers to mark any part, so you can compare the number in the listing against the Audi Parts & Accessories catalog to ensure it matches. It may also be a good idea to do a reverse image search for any photos in the listing to see if they were taken from other listings or sites.

OEM Status

If a part isn’t listed as being an OEM part, it may be an aftermarket part designed to fit many makes and models, even if it’s listed as an Audi part. Any authorized seller offering OEM Audi parts, like us at Audi Van Nuys, will proudly list their affiliation with the company. If a new Audi part doesn’t come with a warranty, you’re probably not looking at a legitimate part.

Comparing in Person

If you’re still not sure when the part arrives, analyze the packaging. Counterfeiters often package fake parts in cheap, generic packages that can be used for several different brands, but Audi parts arrive in branded boxes. If you’ve already opened the package, look for stickers that show the part number—it should be laser-etched onto the part itself.

Order Genuine Audi Parts in Sherman Oaks, CA

To ensure a perfect fit and a part that lasts, you’ll want to order your part from Audi Van Nuys. Find out more about how you can upgrade your car at our Sherman Oaks, CA, Audi dealership. Have our service team install your new part and drive home in a revamped Audi car today!