Would you buy a second hand WINDOW REGULATOR

thenap80

Need to purchase a window regulator for a 2004 car of mine. My window wont go up at the moment which is not a problem in this sweltering heat!

But the thunderstorms are fast approaching and I need to fix...

Have seen second hand correct window regulators on eBay between 30-60 pounds. Cheapest I can find brand new is about £100!

Do you think it is wise to buy second hand regulators. I don't know if they are prone to break anyway in which case I guess a new one would be better?

Thanks for advice!

fred990

If you're happy taking the regulator on and off why not try a cable/clips set from fleabay?
Just done my vw. £4 next day delivery, a few hours work, job done.
Probably need some butyl bead to seal afterwards?

shaun_from_Africa

thenap80 wrote: »

Have seen second hand correct window regulators on eBay between 30-60 pounds. Cheapest I can find brand new is about £100!

If I could find a second hand one for £30 then I would probably go for it but if the only used one was £60 then I would opt for a new unit for £100 and a guarantee.

thenap80

Only reason I asked was 'cos I will have to pay a mechanic to fit/replace as its beyond my talents! That will prob be 100pounds labour so wanted to be more sure that the part would last!

shaun_from_Africa

In which case, I would definitely go for the new unit.
The biggest problem with paying someone to fit a second hand part is that it might not work when fitted, or may fail shortly afterwards and if this was to happen it might be a faulty unit or it might be faulty fitting.

You might be able to get the unit for less than £100 if the mechanic can get it at trade price.

thenap80

Thanks Shaun
Already asked a couple of garages. They quoted 150 just for the part but by getting it myself and using a discount code I can get for 100. Something the mechanic didn't even suggest - he would probably get the saving and not tell me!