Living in the St. Cloud area places high demands on your Toyota vehicle. From the extremes in winter weather, to unpredictable road maintenance, and fellow drivers who treat the rules of the road as an option, car and driver alike need to be at their best. Maintenance at a Toyota dealership, using our genuine Toyota parts, makes all the difference.

What are OEM Toyota Parts?

OEM stands for “original equipment manufacturer.” This designation lets you know that the parts we’re using at our Toyota service center near St. Cloud fall into one of two categories. Either they’re the same ones that were used to build your vehicle, or in some cases (like new Toyota tires and motor oil) they’re made by third party manufacturers to our exacting specifications.

OEM versus Aftermarket Parts

There are other sources for car parts besides a Toyota dealership near me. All too often, these are aftermarket parts, so called because they’re made by third parties, but not necessarily to our standards. You may get lucky and get a similar fit and finish, but that’s by no means guaranteed.

As a result, those parts may be cheaper at first. However, over the long haul, they may not give you the same durability, which can in turn lead to premature wear or failure. We know from experience that it’s more cost-effective to do the job right the first time.

More Reasons Toyota Parts are Better

The savings you’d get by buying aftermarket parts is minimal at best. In contrast, getting service at a Toyota service center has some advantages.

• Our parts and labor are guaranteed
• Our work lasts longer
• Because we specialize in Toyota vehicles, we often have a higher first-time fix rate
• We also offer Toyota service and parts specials, which are a better way to save money

Toyota Parts and Service Near Eden Prairie

As well-stocked as our Toyota parts department is, our space is finite. We may occasionally need to special order components, or even suggest trusted aftermarket vendors; this is especially true if you’re maintaining, repairing, or restoring a much older model. However, to ensure that you always get parts you can trust, it’s best to start with a dealership you trust. That’s why we invite you to St. Cloud Toyota for all your Toyota parts and service needs!