It's difficult to replicate the precision and performance that German engineering is so well known for. That's why we always recommend against getting replacement parts, fluids, or accessories from big-box and franchise auto parts stores. However, we understand that those stores offer a lower up-front cost than dealership parts centers can. While we believe that shopping with us will save you money in the long-run over those universal or 3rd-party parts, the higher upfront cost of genuine OEM parts can deter customers.