If you’re searching for spare parts, there’s a good chance that you’re looking for Japanese car parts. Why do I say that with confidence? It’s quite simple. The most popular car in Australia today is a Japanese make, and so are half of the country's 10 bestselling auto brands.
Toyota consistently makes up 20-25% of the monthly new car sales in the country. This stellar performance is not monopolised by the market leader, either, because four other Japanese brands rank in the top 10 without fail. These are Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, and Subaru. Meanwhile, Honda, Suzuki, Isuzu, Daihatsu and Lexus are also going strong.
With solid following from car owners, it’s no surprise that Japanese car parts and Japanese auto parts have also become high-volume search categories in Google and other search engines.
Why do car buyers trust Japanese brands?
The foremost reasons are the high value-for-money that these brands offer. They are relatively cheap considering the reliability, fuel economy, and comfort for which these Japanese brands are known.
They are also among the easiest and cheapest to maintain, such as the newer models of Toyota Avalon, Nissan Almera (nee Nissan Tiida), and Mazda3 all have average annual maintenance costs within $150-$250. As you would expect, buying Japanese car parts in Melbourne and anywhere in Australia is also so much easier and more inexpensive than non-Japanese brands.
What are the best places to buy Japanese car parts from in Melbourne?
We’ve rounded up Melbourne for the best places to buy Japanese car parts from and shortlisted seven of them. Three wreckers from this list are also featured as ‘Wreckamended Wreckers’ on our homepage. This is not an all-wreckers list, though, because it includes dealers of both new and used Japanese car parts and even an importer of JDM (Japanese domestic market) parts. Here they are in no particular order:
- Jap Heaven Auto Recyclers – if you’ve dealt with Subaru Heaven and Jap Heaven before, you’d be glad to know that they’ve merged and now operating under one roof at 21-23 Trawalla Ave, Thomastown VIC 3074. They have a massive stock of Japanese auto parts from over 200 Subarus, Toyotas, Nissans, and other late-model Japanese cars that they dismantle at any given time. Their highly-skilled and friendly staff will gladly assist you whether you’re buying Japanese car parts or selling a used car. You can call them at (03) 9460 7797 or send them an email to sales@japheaven.com.
- Dandenong Car Wreckers – the DCW is a familiar name among owners of Japanese cars in Melbourne as one of the ready sources of used auto parts in the area. They have state-of-the-art equipment and warehousing facilities to ensure that the parts in their inventory are stored under ideal conditions. This local auto recycler helps sustain the environment by practising green recycling methods. So if you're thinking about selling your car, give them a call at (03) 9792 9321 or visit their place at 95 S Gippsland Hwy, Dandenong South VIC 3175. They pay top cash (as much as $9,999!) for used cars in good condition, but even your decommissioned car can fetch a decent price. They make the whole process a breeze, offering free car removal and doing all the paperwork, so check them out now!
- Fetter’s Auto Parts – for decades, wrecking had mostly been a family tradition in Melbourne and many parts of the country. Such is Fetter’s Auto Parts, which has been in business since 1955 and proudly operated by a family of several generations. Their yard is the home of old cars on the way to being recycled, sorted, cleaned and stocked in two warehouses. Fetter’s sells used auto parts, as well as new ones, which they deliver from their location at 35 Eton St, Preston VIC 3072, to retail and wholesale buyers within Melbourne. They have an extensive range of Japanese auto parts for Toyota, Mazda, Subaru and other brands, including Fords, Holdens, and even German makes. If you need some parts now, give them a ring at (03) 9484 0606 or contact them at sales@fettermotors.com.au.
- Toyrolla Spares – better known as a supplier of brand-new parts for Toyota and Lexus models, Toyota Spares actually also carries other Japanese auto parts. They also sell used parts, which are dismantled only from high-quality vehicles and are suitable for most popular models, like the Toyota Corolla, Supra, and RAV4, to name a few. Purchases from Toyrolla come with a 6-month warranty. Aside from Japanese car parts, their Melbourne headquarters at 88 Wedge St, Epping VIC 3076 also stocks parts for American, Korean, and German brands. You may call their team at (03) 9401 4366 to enquire about parts availability or any of their other services.
- VicRecyclers – here’s another family-run business, which is known for its best recycling practices. VicRecyclers depollutes retired cars first before recycling them. They dismantle around 400 vehicles a month and harvest tons of parts from various makes, including Japanese auto parts. On the other hand, if you’re wondering about how to sell your old car, this wrecker offers an easy way to dispose of your car for cash, with free removal and pickup. Don’t expect VicRecyclers to give you an online valuation of your car because they won't. They believe that a vehicle has to be seen personally for an accurate assessment. For us, that’s the only way to get the right price for any car. So what are you waiting for? Contact their team at 0409 526 398 or vicrecyclers@gmail.com.
- Ali Wreckers – now you can stop searching for Japanese auto parts Melbourne, Toyota wreckers, Nissan dismantlers, Subaru removal, and so on. Just contact Ali Wreckers at 0406 355 786 or visit them at 5 John St, Dandenong VIC 3175 because they offer all these services plus more. Get top cash for your Japanese vehicle from Ali Wreckers and get paid up to $7,000 with free removal services. If you’re searching a part for an early-model Subaru Impreza or Mitsubishi Galant and are worried that you won’t find them, try this wrecker!
- Import Monster Australia – Japanese car parts and JDM used to be scarce, but not anymore. With Import Monster, importing these parts from Japan is as easy as dialling their number (03) 9008 0031. Their team at Factory 1/73-75 Bayfield Rd E, Bayswater North VIC 3153 will be more than happy to supply you the part you need, install parts, perform repairs and fitment, and even balance tyres. This business started when the owner Aaron needed a part for his Supra and scoured the country to search it. While his search eventually brought him to Japan, rest assured that you won't need to do that – just dial their number and ask for Aaron or anyone in the Monster team or send them an email to support@importmonster.com.au.
Is there a quicker way to search for Japanese auto parts in Melbourne and make sure it’s the best price?
The list gets you the best places to go or call if you ever need Japanese car parts in Melbourne. Still, you will need to call or email each of them, describe the part, enquire about the price, among other things, and repeat the process for all listed sellers. After that, you'll need to compare the prices quoted by each seller to ensure that you get the best deal. Not bad.
However, if you want the fastest way to find an auto part at the most competitive price, you should use the free auto part locator at Carpart.com.au. With this tool, you only need to describe the part once by filling out a form. Then that single form gets seen by over 500 auto parts sellers, who will check their inventory for the availability of the part you specified. Since it works like a blind auction where the sellers give their best shot, you're assured of the most competitive price. So there you have it – the best places to go for Japanese auto parts and the best car part finder to use in your search.
By JMSL