By: Otaiba Ahsan

A common worry for buyers who are looking to purchase vehicles from relatively new manufacturers is that they’ll be forced to go through them if any work is required on the car. For example, I have a friend with a Rivian R1T who damaged their front bumper, and they fear that they’ll have to do the repair from Rivian directly, which can be costly. Does the same hold true for Tesla? Luckily, the answer is no! Continue reading for a guide on where to buy Tesla parts online.

Why Purchase Tesla Parts?

Before sharing where to buy parts, let’s first ensure we’re on the same page. If your car gets damaged and you repair directly from Tesla, they will use original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts to fix your vehicle. However, this can be quite expensive as their labour and parts costs are high.

On the flip side, if you have a mechanic who is more reasonable, or are handy enough to do a repair yourself, you can look to purchase aftermarket parts. These are made to fit exactly the same way as OEM parts, but are manufactured by third-party companies. This is often a more cost-effective choice for owners.

NOTE: Tesla has a dedicated page with tutorials on how to complete basic and intermediate maintenance procedures on your own. If you’re planning on doing anything yourself, it’s certainly worth taking a look.

Where to Buy Tesla Parts

Now that we know the difference between OEM and aftermarket parts, let’s address where you can purchase them online. If you look at the Tesla site, the options are little to none. Alternatively, you could do a quick search online and find some vendors.

However, your best bet may be the Tesloid Aftermarket Parts Store. Currently, parts are available for select years of the Tesla Model 3 and Y, with parts for the Model S and X coming soon. These include parts for the body, closure components, electrical, suspension, and more! These can be delivered directly to you or your mechanic.

The Bottom Line

That concludes the guide on where to buy Tesla parts online. To summarize, if you’re getting repairs from Tesla directly, they will use OEM parts. However, if you’d like to do it yourself or through a mechanic, you can buy from an aftermarket vendor like Tesloid. This can lead to a cheaper repair cost overall, and allows for flexibility.