How to choose an online supplier of Mercedes crate engines
Whether you want a new Mercedes crate engine or one that has been remanufactured, chances are you are going to look online for a reputable supplier to buy from. After all, online prices for Mercedes crate engines and other Mercedes parts are far lower than you will usually get from your local Mercedes dealer.
Before you buy a crate engine from the first online supplier you find, however, be sure to check these things so you know the supplier is reputable and honest.
Decades in business -- The best Mercedes parts suppliers tend to have been in business for several decades, and online selling their parts catalog for at least a decade or two.
Avoid the suppliers with a new online presence and shop with the more established ones instead, as this will usually give you much more of a chance of buying from a reputable company.
Are all parts factory checked? -- Make sure you only buy a Mercedes crate engine from a parts supplier that checks all their parts before they are shipped. You do not want to buy an engine, plus play for shipping, and then receive one that is defective.
What type of mileage warranty do they offer? -- The more reputable Mercedes parts suppliers offer a good mileage warranty on any Mercedes crate engines they sell. Be sure the company you buy your engine from offers at least a 36 month unlimited mileage warranty, as that will protect you from any future problems.
Price comparisons -- When you think you have found an online supplier that is reputable, your last step should be to check the price they are charging for their mercedes crate engines. That way you are sure they are competitive with other suppliers and not overcharging you for the engine you need.
