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Part no. 03L199207
VW Golf 5 6 Diesel Engine Mount Bracket Right O/S Holder Mounting 03L199207
€28.95
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Part no. 03L100034F
VW Golf 6 Passat B6 Tiguan 2.0 TDI CBAB Bare Engine 140HP 79k miles, WARRANTY
€1,187.95
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Part no. 03L100032T
Volkswagen Golf 6 Touran Polo Audi A3 8P 1.6 TDI 105HP Bare Engine CAYC WARRANTY
€1,234.95
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Part no. 1K0199117AM
VW Golf 5 Audi A3 8P 2.0 TDI Engine Gearbox Support Mount Bracket 1K0199117AM
€23.95
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Part no. 06J100038J
VW Golf Mk6 GTI Passat B7 Tiguan 5N Bare Engine CCZB 2.0 TFSI 69k, WARRANTY
€2,754.95
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Part no. 04L100090
Volkswagen Golf 7 Audi A3 8V Seat Leon 1.6 TDI Bare Engine CLHA 105HP WARRANTY
€1,329.95
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Part no. 03E100033D
Volkswagen Polo 6R Seat Ibiza 6J 1.2 Petrol 70HP Bare Engine CGPA 62k, WARRANTY
€1,234.95
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Part no. 03L100090J
Volkswagen Passat B7 Audi Q3 8U 2.0 TDI CFGC Bare Engine 177HP 85k, WARRANTY
€1,709.95
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Part no. 6R0199517
Volkswagen Polo Mk5 6R Subframe Mount Holder Bracket Left N/S 6R0199517
€23.95
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Part no. 1K0199262CN
Volkswagen Golf Mk6 VI TDI Diesel Engine Mount Bracket Right O/S 1K0199262CN
€23.95
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Part no. 7H0199207B
VW Transporter T5 Engine Mount Support Bracket Right O/S 2.5 TDI 7H0199207B
€23.95
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Part no. 038105263F
Volkswagen Golf 5 Audi A3 8P Tdi Crankshaft Camshaft Belt Gear Wheel 038105263F
€23.95
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Part no. 06F133482E
VW Volkswagen Golf 5 2.0 TFSI BWA Intake Manifold Flap Motor Actuator 06F133482B
€28.95
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Part no. 03L199207B
VW Transporter T5 Diesel Engine Mount Bracket Right Lower O/S Holder 03L199207B
€28.95
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Part no. 06Q100031H
VW Volkswagen Polo Mk6 VI GTI Bare Engine DNND 2.0 TFSI 207HP 12k miles WARRANTY
€2,849.95
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Part no. 03L103493AE
Volkswagen VW Golf VI Crankcase Breather Hose Engine Pipe Line 03L103493AE
€23.95
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Part no. 038103171S
Audi A3 8P 1.9 TDI Diesel Crankshaft Cover Seal Flange 038103173A
€23.95
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Part no. 1K0199262CB
Audi A3 8P Volkswagen Golf 6 2.0 TDI Engine Mount Bracket Holder 1K0199262CB
€23.95
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Part no. 6R0199111C-1
VW Polo 6R Engine Gearbox Support Mounting Bracket Holder 1.2 TDI 6R0199111C
€23.95
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Part no. 04E100031B
Volkswagen Polo 6R Seat Ibiza 6J 1.2 TSI 90HP Bare Engine CJZC 69k, WARRANTY
€759.95
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Part no. 038109111E
Volkswagen Golf 5 Audi A3 8P Seat Tdi Diesel Timing Belt Drive Wheel 038109111E
€23.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 04L100090J-2
Volkswagen Sharan 7N Seat Alhambra Bare Engine 2.0 TDI CUVA 115HP 99k, WARRANTY
€2,374.95
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Part no. 6R0201550C
Volkswagen Audi SEAT Skoda Fill-In Fuel Filler Tank Cap 1J0201553AH
€23.95
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Part no. 1K0199117AC
VW Volkswagen Caddy Maxi Diesel Engine Gearbox Mount Left N/S 1K0199117AC
€23.95
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Part no. 5Q0199555BG
Volkswagen Golf CD1 Gearbox Mount Bracket Support Carrier 5Q0199555BG
€23.95
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Part no. 03L100090S
VW Volkswagen Crafter 30-50 2.0 TDI 109HP Bare Engine CKTB 109k miles, WARRANTY
€3,039.95
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Part no. 059103469AC
VW Touareg 7l Cylinder Head Cover Cylinders 4-6 3.0 TDI V6 BKS 059103469AC
€28.95
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Part no. 03L103925AM
Volkswagen VW Scirocco Mk3 2.0 TDI Engine Cover Acoustic Panel 03L103925AM
€28.95
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Part no. 04C907660A
Volkswagen Golf Mk8 Audi A3 8Y Engine Oil Level Sensor 1.5 TSI Petrol 04C907660A
€23.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 06K100040-1
Audi A1 8X VW Polo MK5 6C Complete Engine DAJB 1.8 TFSI GTI 192HP 95k, WARRANTY
€2,374.95
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Part no. 059103470R
VW Touareg 7l Cylinder Head Cover Cylinders 1-3 3.0 TDI V6 BKS 059103469AC
€28.95
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Part no. 076100031G-1
VW Volkswagen Crafter Complete Engine CEBB 2.5 TDI 109HP 119k miles, WARRANTY
€4,084.95
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Part no. 06F133837AP
Volkswagen Tiguan 5N Engine Top Cover Trim Panel 2.0 TSI Petrol 06F133837AP
€142.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 059100099L
Volkswagen Touareg 7P Audi Q7 4L Bare Engine CJMA 204HP 3.0 TDI 99k, WARRANTY
€3,324.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 06Q100031E-4
Volkswagen Golf MK8 T-Roc Cupra Ateca Bare Engine DNFC 2.0 TFSI 39k, WARRANTY
€3,799.95
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Part no. 03L103369S
VW Scirocco Mk3 Golf 5K Engine Cover Mount Bracket Holder CBDB 03L103369S
€23.95
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Part no. 06Q100031E-5
Volkswagen Golf MK8 T-Roc Cupra Ateca Complete Engine DNFC 2.0 TFSI 39k WARRANTY
€5,224.95
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Part no. 03L145167A-1
VW Volkswagen Crafter 2E Engine Carrier Holder Belt Bracket 03L145167A
€118.95
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Part no. 03C100092A-1
Volkswagen Sharan 7N Tiguan 5N Complete Engine CAVA 1.4 TSI 150HP 89k, WARRANTY
€2,089.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 7H0199848D
VW Volkswagen Transporter T5 Front Engine Mount Holder 2.5 TDI Diesel 7H0199848D
€23.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 06J103925HG
Volkswagen Scirocco Mk3 Engine Top Upper Cover Trim Panel 06J103925HG
€47.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 05L115611
Audi Q3 F3 VW Tiguan AD Golf CD Engine Oil Level Dipstick Dipstick 05L115611
€23.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 1K0199555M
VW Volkswagen Caddy Maxi 1.6 TDI Diesel Engine Gearbox Mount 1K0199555M
€23.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 05EALTF
Volkswagen VW Golf Mk8 Crankshaft Crank Shaft 1.5 TSI DADA 05EALTF
€237.95
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Part no. 03L145535D-2
Volkswagen Sharan 7N Golf Mk6 Oil Return Pipe Feed Hose Line 03L145535D
€28.95
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Part no. 03G103634AF-1
Volkswagen Caddy 2k Oil Dipstick Engine Oil Level Guide Tube 03G103634AF
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Part no. 03D906433A
Volkswagen Polo 6R Crankshaft Pulse Position Speed Sensor 1.2 Petrol 03D906433A
€23.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 1K0199117AH
VW Scirocco Mk3 Gearbox Mount Support Carrier Bracket 1.4 TSI CAXA 1K0199117AH
€23.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 034120121
Volkswagen Golf Mk8 Crankshaft Crank Shaft 2.0 TDI Diesel Engine 034120121
€332.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 04L100039C-1
Volkswagen Transporter Caravelle T6 Complete Engine DNAB 2.0 TDI 55k, WARRANTY
€5,699.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 070199307A
Volkswagen Touareg 7L BAC Engine Support Mount Carrier Left N/S 070199307A
€23.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 3C0614109P
Volkswagen Passat CC ABS Brake Hydraulic Pump Control Unit 3C0614109P
€51.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 03L145771AP
VW Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI Turbocharger Oil Pipe Hose Line 03L145771AP
€47.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 06K100040
Audi A1 8X VW Polo MK5 6C Bare Engine DAJB 1.8 TFSI GTI 192HP 95k, WARRANTY
€1,709.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 06F100098A-2
VW Volkswagen Golf MK6 GTI Bare Engine CDLG 2.0 TFSI 235HP 99k miles, WARRANTY
€3,039.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 05E100098E
VW Golf Mk7 Mk8 Seat Leon 5F Bare Engine DPBA 1.5 TSI 130HP 75k miles, WARRANTY
€1,139.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 04E115105BT
Volkswagen Golf Mk8 Audi A1 GB Engine Oil Pump 1.0 1.5 TSI TFSI 04E115105BT
€80.95
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Part no. 06F100098A-3
VW Volkswagen Golf MK6 GTI Complete Engine CDLG 2.0 TFSI 235HP 99k, WARRANTY
€3,989.95
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Part no. 7E0907379G
Volkswagen Transporter T5 ABS Pump Modulator 7E0907379G 7E0614517C
€85.95
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Part no. 05E199275
Volkswagen Golf Mk8 Engine Mount Bearing Right O/S 1.5 Petrol 05E199275
€23.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 03L100033S
VW Golf 6 Passat B6 2.0 TDI CBDC Bare Engine 110HP with 79k miles, WARRANTY
€854.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 03E115629D-1
Volkswagen Polo 6R Engine Dipstick Oil Level Check Pipe Line 1.2 CGPA 03E115629D
€28.95
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Part no. 074199307B
Volkswagen LT 35 ACV Engine Mount Bracket Support 074199307B
€28.95
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Part no. 06A100105LX
Audi A3 8L VW Golf MK4 Bare Engine AGU 1.8T Petrol 150HP 99k miles, WARRANTY
€854.95
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Part no. 3AA614109M
Volkswagen VW Passat B7 ABS Hydro Brake Pump Control Module Unit 3AA614109
€23.95
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Part no. 057103495N
Volkswagen Touareg 7L Audi Q7 4L Oil Separator Breather 3.0 TDI 057103495L
€23.95
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Part no. 5Q0614517ER
Volkswagen Golf Mk7 ABS Pump Hydraulic Brake Pump Control Module 5Q0614517ER
€47.95
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Part no. 02E315141C
VW Volkswagen Golf GTI 5G Caddy 2K Oil Pump Cover 2.0 TSI CHHA 02E315141C
€66.95
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Part no. 02E315105B
Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Gearbox Oil Pump Unit Automatic Transmission 02E315105B
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Part no. 03C100092A
VW Volkswagen Sharan 7N Tiguan 5N Bare Engine CAVA 1.4 TSI 150HP 89k, WARRANTY
€1,424.95
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Part no. 1K0199262CF
VW Volkswagen Scirocco Mk3 1.4 TSI Engine Mount Bracket O/S Right 1K0199262CF
€23.95
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Part no. 03L199307A
Volkswagen Crafter Engine Mount Bracket Support Carrier 03L199307A
€23.95
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Part no. 03C115105N
VW Passat B6 Golf 1K Audi A3 8P Oil Pump 1.4 Petrol 03C115105N
€42.95
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Part no. 7E0199207
VW Volkswagen Transporter T5 T6 Engine Mount Support Carrier Right O/S 7E0199207
€61.95
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Part no. 03L199308A
Volkswagen Crafter Engine Mount Bracket Driver Side 03L199308A
€23.95
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Part no. 1K0907379BM
VW Volkswagen Caddy Maxi 2k Audi A3 8P ABS Pump Modulator Unit 1K0907379BM
€189.95
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Part no. 06F905377
VW Volkswagen Golf 1K 2.0 TFSI BWA Engine Knock Sensor 06F905377
€23.95
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Part no. 03G103369
Volkswagen Golf Mk5 Cylinder Head Bracket Fixing Mount Support Holder 03G103369
€23.95
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Part no. 06K100038S
VW Golf Mk7 Skoda Octavia 5E 2.0 TFSI TSI Bare Engine CHHA 230HP 37k, WARRANTY
€3,609.95
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Part no. 03L103493N
Volkswagen VW Crafter 1 Crankcase Breather Hose Engine Pipe Line 03L103493N
€23.95
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Part no. 03D103306B-1
VW Polo 6R Skoda Fabia 5J Balance Shaft Gear Pulley Wheel 1.2 CGPA 03D103306B
€32.95
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Part no. 1K0199262CE
Volkswagen Passat B7 TDI Diesel Engine Mount Bracket Right O/S 1K0199262CR
€23.95
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Part no. 06A145756A
VW Golf Gti Jetta 1J Charge Air Cooler Bracket Mount Carrier Support 06A145756A
€23.95
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Part no. 04E100033C
Audi A3 8V VW Golf Mk7 Seat Leon 5F Bare Engine CPTA 1.4 TFSI TSI 140HP WARRANTY
€949.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 03L103493K
Volkswagen VW T5 Crankcase Breather Hose Engine Pipe Line 03L103493K
€23.95
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Part no. 06A103221E
VW Volkswagen Golf Gti 1j Engine Breather Vent Hose Pipe Line Tube 06A103221E
€23.95
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Part no. 03CAK
Volkswagen Golf 1k Crankshaft Crank Shaft 1.6 Petrol BLF 85KW 03CAK
€146.95
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Part no. 04E199275G
Volkswagen Polo Mk5 6R Engine Bracket Mount Support Right O/S 1.2 TSI 04E199275G
€23.95
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Part no. 05E100031T-1
Volkswagen Tiguan AX1 Complete Engine DPBE 1.5 TSI 131HP 45k miles, WARRANTY
€4,274.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 03G100031B-1
Volkswagen Golf MK5 Complete Engine BDK 2.0 SDI Diesel 75HP 99k miles, WARRANTY
€854.95
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Part no. 03L145535D-1
Volkswagen Sharan 7N Golf Mk6 Oil Return Pipe Feed Hose Line 03L145535D
€32.95
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Part no. 04L145208P
VW Volkswagen Crafter Mk2 Engine Oil Pump 2.0 TDI 04L145208P
€56.95
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Part no. 5N0614109BC
Volkswagen Tiguan 5N ABS Pump ABS BrakeModulator Unit 2.0 TDI Diesel 5N0614109BC
€137.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 059100099L-1
Volkswagen Touareg 7P Audi Q7 4L Complete Engine CJMA 204HP 3.0 TDI WARRANTY
€4,274.95
Free delivery: Aug 17 – 19
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Part no. 03G100031B
VW Volkswagen Golf MK5 Bare Engine BDK 2.0 SDI Diesel 75HP 99k miles, WARRANTY
€569.95
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Part no. 6C0199262D
Volkswagen Polo Mk5 GTI Engine Mount Front Left Driver Side 6C0199262D
€42.95
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Part no. 059100098R
VW Volkswagen Touareg 7P Bare Engine CASD 3.0 TDI 204HP 99k miles, WARRANTY
€4,274.95
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Part no. 06Q129597F
Volkswagen Golf Cd1 Engine Mount Heat Shield Covering Plate 06Q129597F
€32.95
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Part no. 030103171S
Audi A3 8P VW Golf Mk5 Crankshaft Sensor Sealing Flange 1.6 FSI BLF 030103173
€23.95
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Engines and parts – comprehensive offer for your car
Original, used engines and engine components for popular brands
Car engines and parts: the heart of your vehicle
Car engines are a key element of every vehicle, responsible for its performance, efficiency, and reliability. Along with them, engine parts play a vital role, ensuring the proper operation of the powertrain. In the Global Parts automotive store, you will find a wide range of used car engines and engine parts, perfectly matched to brands such as BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Mini, and others. A car engine is a set of mechanisms that convert the chemical energy of fuel into mechanical energy to drive the vehicle's wheels. In practice, this involves the operation of hundreds of cooperating components, such as pistons, the crankshaft, or the cylinder head. Popular units on the market include the N55 engine used in BMWs (300–326 HP), the economical DW10C engine fitted in Peugeots, Citroëns, and Fords, or high-durability designs like the Mondeo MK4 2.0 engine. Among Audi users, the A4 B8 1.8 and 2.0 TFSI engine is highly sought after, as is the classic Passat B5 1.9 TDI engine, known for its excellent power-to-fuel consumption ratio.
Construction and purpose of engines and parts
Engines and parts are a group of components including both complete power units and elements responsible for combustion, lubrication, sealing, and force transmission within the engine. The engine is located in the engine bay, and its typical construction is based on the block, cylinder head, crank-piston system, and auxiliary equipment. This category is used to restore the efficiency of the unit after a failure, during an overhaul, or when replacing a specific component according to the OEM number and engine version.
What elements do car engines and parts include?
Car engines and parts are a broad category of components that affect the durability, efficiency, and performance of the powertrain. Key elements include:
- Oil pumps and parts – Responsible for proper engine lubrication, which prevents overheating and wear of its components.
- Engine blocks – The foundation of the engine construction, housing the cylinders and other key components.
- Engines – Comprehensive power units that can be replaced in case of major damage.
- Crankshafts – Crucial for transmitting the energy generated during the combustion process to the drivetrain.
- Cylinder heads – Contain valves, camshafts, and combustion chambers, ensuring proper airflow and fuel flow.
- Engine bearings, main and connecting rod bearings – Ensure smooth and safe movement of the crankshaft and pistons.
- Oil drain and filler plugs and dipsticks – Facilitate oil level monitoring and changes.
- Pistons and rings – Key elements of the combustion process that compress the air-fuel mixture and transfer energy to the crankshaft.
- Oil filters – Protect the engine from contaminants in the lubrication system.
- Oil pans – Store oil and ensure its even distribution throughout the engine.
- Engine mounts – Minimize vibration and noise, ensuring engine stability during operation.
- Service kits – Sets of parts that facilitate regular engine maintenance.
- Connecting rods and parts – Responsible for transferring piston movement to the crankshaft.
- Engine sensors and switches – Monitor engine operation, providing key data to the control units.
- Gaskets and mounting parts – Ensure tightness and proper connection of engine components.
- Timing chains, belts, and mounting kits – Crucial for synchronizing the operation of camshafts and the crankshaft.
- Timing parts – Camshafts, gears, and tensioners responsible for the correct opening and closing of valves. Each of these elements plays an important role in engine operation, and their efficiency affects the vehicle's reliability. For a component to be fully compatible with the power unit, it must be matched according to the engine generation, displacement, cylinder layout, and model designation used by the manufacturer (e.g., N55, DW10C, BKC, AVF). Matching parts for a BMW E90 or BMW E60 also requires taking into account structural differences between variants with 150, 163, or 177 HP. This ensures that the crankshaft, pistons, or sensors operate within the parameters specified by the manufacturer.
Comparison of engine part types
| Component type | Main function | What to check when selecting | Cooperating elements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moving parts | Transmitting combustion forces and converting reciprocating motion to rotary | OEM number, working dimensions, engine version designation | Pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft, bearings |
| Lubrication elements | Delivering and maintaining oil pressure in the system | Pump type, mounting point, compatibility with pan and drive | Oil pump, oil pan, oil filter, dipstick |
| Sealing and mounting elements | Ensuring tightness and proper connection of sub-assemblies | Material, shape, number of holes, pre-facelift/facelift version | Gaskets, bolts, covers, cylinder head, housings |
| Control and measuring elements | Supervising unit operation and transmitting data to the controller | Connector type, number of pins, mounting location, sensor number | Sensors, switches, wiring harness, engine controller |
The role of the lubrication system and cooperating elements
The lubrication system is used to deliver oil to the working surfaces of the engine to reduce friction, dissipate heat, and flush out contaminants. In practice, its operation depends on the cooperation of the pump, filter, oil channels, pan, and pressure sensors. For parts such as the Audi A3 8P power steering fluid reservoir, it is necessary to distinguish auxiliary equipment from actual engine components, and when selecting, compare the OEM number, the shape of the ports, and the mounting location relative to other lines in the engine bay.
The importance of OEM numbers and engine codes during selection
The OEM number is the manufacturer's designation that allows you to compare the compatibility of a part with a specific version of the power unit, equipment, and car year. The engine code indicates the construction family, power variant, and often the type of components used, helping to distinguish between seemingly similar elements. It is also worth verifying related departments, such as Intake and fuel system, Engine cooling, V-belts, ribbed belts, and parts, and Ignition and glow systems, as these often determine the full compatibility of the completed repair.
Practical assembly tips and fitment checks
Installing an engine part requires comparing the old and new element in terms of mounting points, working diameters, connector type, and the presence of a sensor or plug. A connecting rod is the element connecting the piston to the crankshaft and transferring forces generated in the cylinder, so its compatibility requires checking the journal dimension, big-end width, and engine version designation. If you want to better understand the selection procedures by VIN and OEM, a helpful supplement will be the article BMW – sports performance and precision. How do original used parts extend the life of the Bavarian icon?.
Compatibility table
| Engine model | Displacement | Power | Fuel type | Example models | Part compatibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N55 (BMW) | 3.0 | 300–326 HP | Petrol | BMW E90, E92, F30 | High compatibility of oil pumps and ignition coils |
| DW10C (PSA/Ford) | 2.0 | 150 HP | Diesel | Mondeo MK4, Peugeot 508 | Compatibility of cylinder heads and injectors |
| 1.9 TDI (Passat B5) | 1.9 | 90–131 HP | Diesel | Passat B5, Audi A4 B5 | Wide interchangeability of turbos and injectors |
| 2.0 TFSI (A4 B8) | 2.0 | 180–211 HP | Petrol | Audi A4 B8, A5 | High compatibility of the timing system |
Why is it worth taking care of car engines and their parts?
Regular maintenance and replacement of worn engine and engine part components is the basis for long and reliable vehicle operation. Neglecting these elements can lead to:
- Decreased performance and increased fuel consumption.
- Damage to key elements such as crankshafts or pistons.
- Engine overheating and major failures. At Global Parts, we offer used car engines that undergo detailed quality tests, ensuring their full functionality. A regularly serviced engine can operate without failure for even 300,000–500,000 km, depending on the design and driving conditions. Units such as the 1.9 TDI from the Passat B5 are famous for mileages exceeding 500,000 km, and modern petrol engines, e.g., the N55, practically reach 250,000–350,000 km with proper selection and replacement of components. Attention to oil filtration, system tightness, and proper timing operation directly affects cooling, combustion, and the unit's refinement.
How to choose the right engine parts?
When choosing car engines and parts, such as pistons, cylinder heads, or oil pumps, it is worth paying attention to:
- Fitment to the vehicle model – Each car make and model requires specific technical solutions. At Global Parts, you will find components perfectly matched to BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Mini, and others.
- Technical condition – Ensure that the parts are free from damage, corrosion, and cracks.
- Service history – In the case of engines or larger components, such as engine blocks, it is important to know their history. When choosing components for engines such as the BMW E60 3.0, Audi A4 B8 2.0 TFSI, or Mondeo MK4 2.0 TDCi, it is crucial to match the elements according to the engine version numbering and parameter range — e.g., piston diameter (84–90 mm), oil pump operating pressure, or timing tensioner type. This ensures that individual parts work together under optimal conditions, maintaining the correct torque and unit efficiency.
Why choose used engine parts?
Used car parts are an excellent solution that allows for savings without compromising on quality. By choosing used engines and engine parts, you gain:
- Lower costs – Used elements are significantly cheaper than new ones but offer equally high quality.
- Ecology – You support recycling and reduce the amount of automotive waste.
- Wide selection – In our store, you will find components for the most popular car brands.
How to take care of the engine and its parts?
To ensure your car engine works reliably for a long time, it is worth remembering a few rules:
- Regularly change the engine oil and oil filters to avoid excessive wear.
- Take care of the proper operation of the timing system by checking the condition of belts and chains.
- Check the oil level and quality using dipsticks and drain plugs.
- Replace gaskets and seals to prevent leaks. If a replacement is necessary, at Global Parts you will find suitable used car engines that will restore your vehicle to full efficiency. For popular diesels, such as the DW10C, 1.9 TDI, or 2.0 TDCi, changing the oil every 10,000–15,000 km significantly extends the life of the turbocharger and crankshaft. In petrol units, e.g., the N55, special attention should be paid to the cooling system — the water pump and thermostat should be kept in full working order so that the unit operates in the 90–105°C range, according to the manufacturer's assumptions.
FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the construction and purpose of engines and parts? | Engines and parts are a set of sub-assemblies that form or supplement a vehicle's power unit. A typical system includes the block, cylinder head, crank-piston elements, lubrication system, as well as sensors and auxiliary equipment. These parts are mounted in the engine bay and are responsible for generating power and maintaining the proper operation of the entire system. |
| What are engines and parts used for? | Engines and parts are used to drive the vehicle and to maintain the correct operating parameters of the power unit. They are responsible for mixture combustion, force transmission, lubrication, cooling, and control via sensors. Without their proper operation, power drops, incorrect oil pressure, overheating, or starting problems occur. |
| What is the construction and function of the engine lubrication system? | The engine lubrication system is a set of elements responsible for the circulation of oil between the cooperating parts of the power unit. It is formed by, among others, the oil pump, filter, oil channels, oil pan, and pressure sensors. This system reduces friction, helps dissipate heat, and limits the wear of the crankshaft, bearings, and pistons. |
| How to select an engine part for a specific car version? | It is best to compare the OEM number, engine code, year of manufacture, body version, and equipment affecting the auxiliary parts. It is also worth checking the mounting type, the number of pins on sensors, and compatibility with cooperating elements. For larger components, the unit code and any pre-facelift or facelift version also matter. |
| What symptoms indicate the need to replace engine parts? | The most common symptoms are increased oil consumption, uneven engine operation, leaks, mechanical knocking, and performance drops. In the case of auxiliary equipment, sensor errors, unstable oil pressure, or difficulties starting the unit may appear. Early comparison of symptoms with the part number facilitates the correct selection of the replaced element. |
| What data should be checked before installing a used engine part? | Before installation, it is worth comparing the OEM number, casting marks, condition of working surfaces, completeness of mounts, and compatibility with existing equipment. It is good to verify if the part has the same connection points, the correct type of seal, and the right mounting location. For electronic elements, plugs, the number of pins, and the control version also matter. |
Summary: engines and parts in the Global Parts automotive store
Car engines and parts are the foundation of your vehicle's reliability and performance. By taking care of their technical condition, you ensure long and trouble-free operation. The Global Parts offer includes components matched to many models of brands such as BMW, Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes, Mini, and others, taking into account engine codes, OEM numbers, and assembly compatibility. We invite you to contact us – we are here to help you! For more information and interesting facts, we also invite you to visit our automotive blog.