Topic: Anyone used these guys for Toyota/Lexus parts?

[EV Dan]

https://www.toyotapartsdirect.ca/
I googled a filter element for an imaginable car and it came to just over 6 bucks excluding shipping, which was rather pricey. However when buying in quantities it is a good bargain, almost too good to be true. Is this store for real and are the parts genuine?

[johngenx]

I've bought a couple things from here and saved quite a bit.  But, you face USD pricing and shipping, so check carefully first.  I bought a rear wiper motor from them and saved a lot, and it was something I couldn't find elsewhere at the time.

https://www.midatlantictoyotaparts.com/

[HeliDriver]

Not the greatest website, but seems legit enough to me. I'd probably try them out with a smaller order first.

Maybe give them a call and see what kind of feeling you get? I wouldn't be surprised if it's just the online sales dept. of an actual brick and mortar dealership.

[EV Dan]

Not the greatest website, but seems legit enough to me. I'd probably try them out with a smaller order first.

Maybe give them a call and see what kind of feeling you get? I wouldn't be surprised if it's just the online sales dept. of an actual brick and mortar dealership.

I'm in no immediate need for Toyota parts, was just wondering how the part costs compare to Hyundai's. Doesn't seem to be a big deal with filters and pads at rockauto.
But this website looks suspicious, as there is no physical address, just an email and phone. Who are they hiding from?
edit: oh, and a bunch of "reviews" 

[EV Dan]

I've bought a couple things from here and saved quite a bit.  But, you face USD pricing and shipping, so check carefully first.  I bought a rear wiper motor from them and saved a lot, and it was something I couldn't find elsewhere at the time.

https://www.midatlantictoyotaparts.com/

Yep, great prices, even with conversion.

[HeliDriver]

I've bought a couple things from here and saved quite a bit.  But, you face USD pricing and shipping, so check carefully first.  I bought a rear wiper motor from them and saved a lot, and it was something I couldn't find elsewhere at the time.

https://www.midatlantictoyotaparts.com/

Yep, great prices, even with conversion.

There’s no physical address for those guys listed on their website, either.

I’m thinking that if a dealership parts department wants to set up a separate online business, they’re not going to want it associated with the physical dealership address. You don’t want people paying full price at the dealer, then finding out online that the same parts are being sold from the same place for half price.

But I did find a P.O. Box address for Toyota Parts Direct in London, Ontario. Only 2 Toyota dealers in London, and I’d bet that one of them is behind this. I’d guess it’s Competition Toyota. Give them a call & see if they’ll admit to it! 

[EV Dan]

Thanks for your investigative journalism  I suspect they may not want the rest of brick and mortar toyota dealers finding out about this business model. In the US however regular dealers sell on ebay or through their own websites. I guess they don't have to make 200% profit on parts our dealerships are accustomed to.

[johngenx]

Thanks for your investigative journalism  I suspect they may not want the rest of brick and mortar toyota dealers finding out about this business model. In the US however regular dealers sell on ebay or through their own websites. I guess they don't have to make 200% profit on parts our dealerships are accustomed to.

One of my frustrations with our local Subaru dealers is that they frequently don't even charge MSRP for parts - they often double or triple those prices!

[EV Dan]

Thanks for your investigative journalism  I suspect they may not want the rest of brick and mortar toyota dealers finding out about this business model. In the US however regular dealers sell on ebay or through their own websites. I guess they don't have to make 200% profit on parts our dealerships are accustomed to.

One of my frustrations with our local Subaru dealers is that they frequently don't even charge MSRP for parts - they often double or triple those prices!

When you call one of the Hyundai dealers here for the price of a cabin filter they just tell you something like "50 bucks" regardless of the model. I understand it saves them a lot of time when they are not looking it up, but they definitely lose my business because the next dealer takes time to look it up and tells the actual price, which is usually lower.

[carcrazed]

Thanks for your investigative journalism  I suspect they may not want the rest of brick and mortar toyota dealers finding out about this business model. In the US however regular dealers sell on ebay or through their own websites. I guess they don't have to make 200% profit on parts our dealerships are accustomed to.

One of my frustrations with our local Subaru dealers is that they frequently don't even charge MSRP for parts - they often double or triple those prices!

When you call one of the Hyundai dealers here for the price of a cabin filter they just tell you something like "50 bucks" regardless of the model. I understand it saves them a lot of time when they are not looking it up, but they definitely lose my business because the next dealer takes time to look it up and tells the actual price, which is usually lower.

Hyundai charges close to $50 for a cabin air filter?  That seems rather high to me.   I used to buy FRAM ones from CT for ~$20 and now get mine from Rockauto for ~$13 each delivered.

[Fobroader]

I used a similar website for Mitsubishi parts. They are in the Miami area, way, WAY, better prices than the dealers in town....oh and they actually have things in stock.

[johngenx]

...oh and they actually have things in stock.

Sounds like you've had the same experience as me with Edmonton dealers not really stocking a lot of anything.  The large Toyota dealers aren't too bad, but their prices are high.  The Subaru dealers have abysmal stock levels even on routine service items and of course, their parts prices are "Thank you for shopping here Mr. Gates" high.

I ordered the rear wiper motor for the Highlander from Mid-Atlantic, paid a lot less than I would have locally, and had it in my hands in less time too.  Huh.

[Fobroader]

...oh and they actually have things in stock.

Sounds like you've had the same experience as me with Edmonton dealers not really stocking a lot of anything.  The large Toyota dealers aren't too bad, but their prices are high.  The Subaru dealers have abysmal stock levels even on routine service items and of course, their parts prices are "Thank you for shopping here Mr. Gates" high.

I ordered the rear wiper motor for the Highlander from Mid-Atlantic, paid a lot less than I would have locally, and had it in my hands in less time too.  Huh.

Oh yeah...freaking southside mitsu didn't have a bloody air filter in stock for the Montero. Two feckin weeks lead time. Prices are beyond stupid, control arm from Mitsu, ~$800, from the internets, ~$100 shipped.

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[bridgecity]

I used to order from dealers in the states for Honda specific parts, however I have found its not worth it anymore.  Local dealers are competitive (at least the one's in Saskatoon) with the State's pricing.

[johngenx]

^^^ Dad tells me that the local Honda shop now is competitive on parts for the S2K.  He still says they're expensive, but there's no incentive to shop elsewhere anymore.

Slowly waking up?

[bridgecity]

Ya, I think so.  I first noticed when we had our CRV a few years ago.   I hit a drift on the highway doing 100km/h and a plastic belly pan was crushed/smashed.  It was about the same price from the local dealer as what prices in the US were showing.  No brainer, and happy to keep my money local.

[EV Dan]

^^^ Dad tells me that the local Honda shop now is competitive on parts for the S2K.  He still says they're expensive, but there's no incentive to shop elsewhere anymore.

Slowly waking up?

Them ain't no ages of yellow pages. Dealers could charge what they wanted when it was between them and the Canadian tire. I'm happy to buy local if I don't have to assume a funny position 

[rrocket]

Dan,

Sorry I missed this post.

I've used https://www.mylparts.com

An additional 5% off with coupon code CL5.

Have also used https://www.lexuspartsnow.com/

One of the best places I've found to order Lexus OEM parts from a dealer is Bell Lexus.  They also have a huge E-bay page.  https://www.ebay.com/usr/belllexusnorthscottsdale

Hope this helps.

[EV Dan]

Thanks!
Just need a Lexus now