vuiihs

My 2004 525i was digonized yesterday and control arm was kinda loose.

The total came up with around 500 bucks including labor.

Then I came home, started to look the parts up, the original control arm costs 300 bucks, and the aftermarket one is only 100 bucks.


Is it DANGEROUS to replace with not an OEM one?


any idea?


Thanks!

sndohio

u can get OEm for lees then $300 Clicky

v_therussian

Call/email Garry Romani at BMW of Newport. He provides a standing discount to all forum members. I've used him many times and saved loads on parts. As for the work itself - I believe you should not skimp out on that. You may not need to go to a dealership, but be sure to use a reputable mechanic - not just the one with the best-looking cars in front.

And no, you do not want to use anything other than original parts when it comes to suspension. Trust me on this one - I've had situations where aftermarket control arms went bad in a matter of one day. It was in an Audi - granted, but it was enough for me to say "never again".

protams

fair pricing

vuiihs

are those the original parts?

vuiihs

Thanks. Does he do shipping too?

luigi524td

Yes, Garry / Newport ships. You will be required (as a new customer) to provide documentation that may seem a bit over the top - but work with them ... they want to prevent being ripped off by credit card bandits.

leadfoot

+ 1

sndohio

Yes those are OEM and trust me that's the best price you can find