OEM Porsche Parts vs. Aftermarket: What’s the Difference?

To emphasize the importance of using the right quality parts to maintain your vehicle’s exceptional performance, your Porsche Center explains the difference between OEM Porsche Parts and aftermarket parts.

Porsche Center OEM Porsche Parts vs. Aftermarket Parts: What’s the Difference?

Quality

OEM stands for original equipment manufacturer, indicating that Porsche OEM parts are identical to the original parts in your Porsche. Porsche engineers are committed to upholding the precision and quality of your vehicle, maintaining the same level of attention to detail and expertise when developing Porsche OEM parts.

In contrast, aftermarket parts, sometimes referred to as generic parts, non-OEM parts, and competitive replacement parts, are constructed based on the original OEM part designs and are frequently made of inferior, substandard materials without any quality assurance. 

Compatibility

Ensuring flawless interaction and operation of all components is critical to achieving your Porsche’s exceptional performance. Porsche components are meticulously designed to integrate seamlessly with your Porsche systems. The precise fit of Porsche OEM parts ensures they are the ideal match for your vehicle, providing reliability, safety, and long-lasting performance.

Aftermarket parts are not made by the original vehicle manufacturer, in this case, Porsche. These parts may be less compatible and not function as well with your vehicle’s systems, which often results in improper fit, premature wear, and breakage.

Convenience

We offer a wide selection of Porsche OEM parts, and our knowledgeable team of specialists will assist you in selecting the correct Porsche OEM part for your specific model. You can also order Porsche OEM parts from us online, making it easy and convenient to find the right part for your Porsche model. When you purchase parts from us, you are assured of quality, fit, and performance.

Not so when you are searching through an abundance of aftermarket parts, produced by a wide variety of companies and designed to fit several vehicles across different brands. Browsing through the vast and confusing selection without the expertise of a Porsche specialist to guide you and ensure you find the correct part to fit your Porsche could turn into an expensive mistake.

Warranty

Porsche OEM parts are warranty-covered. When you buy Porsche OEM parts from us and have our technicians install them, they come with a two-year warranty and unlimited mileage from the installation date.

It is important to note that aftermarket parts may come with little or no warranty coverage. This is often done to reduce costs. Installing aftermarket parts if you are driving a Porsche that is still under warranty could also affect warranty repairs and void your vehicle’s warranty.

For more information about Porsche OEM parts, visit Porsche Warwick, RI, today. Our team of Porsche experts will help you find the right part to fit your Porsche perfectly.