Picture this, you driving down on the super highway, foot heavy on the throttle, after all, you paid for all those horses, why not put them to great use. It’s way better than doing drugs or getting involved with all the super “g******a” (if you’re a Nairobian you’ll probably get it) going around.
As you exit the main highway on to the service-lane, you notice something unusual by the corner of your eye. Damnit! the check engine light is on. Orange and ugly. But your car still drives fine, throttle and brake response is still in check and since it’s an easy Sunday, you decide to head home and have it sorted out the next day.
On Monday you call your guy, let’s call him Otis! Otis picks the car from your office and goes to check it out. A quick look at it via the obd-port scanner shows that your oil temperature sensor isn’t responding as it should. So your guy tells you he can get a replacement at the (in)famous Grogon, he insists that an ex-Japan spare would be a great fix for this. “Ex-Japan!!! on a German car you retort!!!” At this point you have the attention of the whole office. Even the lovely Carol from human resource is worried cause she secretly has a crush on you and she didn’t see your car next to hers when she came in. She remembers Maureen, her friend sells genuine Mercedes auto-spares and sends you her number quickly on Whatsapp, followed by a “take the day off” text, she’ll cover for you. She dreams of riding shotgun with you by her side one day in that Benz, so she has to prove herself worthy.
You quickly call Maureen and she sends a rider with the parts intact to Otis’ garage and it arrives just as you alight your uber. A little wrenching here and there, you start the car and just like magic the light disappears.
There are several benefits of using original equipment manufacturer (OEM) car parts, including:
- Quality: OEM parts are made to the same specifications as the parts that were originally installed in the vehicle, so they are likely to fit better and work better than aftermarket parts.
- Warranty: Using OEM parts can help maintain the warranty on your vehicle, as using aftermarket parts can void the warranty.
- Longevity: OEM parts are often made with higher-quality materials and are built to last longer than aftermarket parts, which can save you money in the long run.
- Performance: OEM parts are specifically designed for your make and model of vehicle, so they are more likely to perform to the same level as the original parts.
- Compatibility: OEM parts are designed to work with other OEM parts, which can help ensure that your vehicle’s systems work together seamlessly.
- Safety: Using OEM parts can help ensure the safety and integrity of your vehicle.
Please note that some aftermarket parts are of high quality and are manufactured to meet or exceed the OE standards, but it’s always recommended to check the quality, warranty and certifications before purchasing.
Genuine parts go a long way in ensuring both your car’s and your personal safety . So be a smart chap like our fellow and be as sweet as Caro fro HR. For quality Mercedes-Benz spare parts do feel free to reach out to us on +254705798117 & we’ll be happy to assist.