How-ToCan You Bring Your Own Parts to a Mechanic?
Yes — at most independent shops. Savings: $100-400 per repair.
Yes — most independent shops allow it
Most independent repair shops install parts you supply. Dealerships almost never do. You pay labor only — savings of $100-400 per repair.
What to say when you call
Hi, I need [repair] on my [year/make/model]. Do you install customer-supplied parts? I have sourced OEM-quality parts from RockAuto.
Brake pads + rotors
Shop: $450
Yours: $209
Save $241
Alternator
Shop: $580
Yours: $225
Save $355
Water pump
Shop: $480
Yours: $205
Save $275
Oxygen sensor
Shop: $280
Yours: $112
Save $168