During my quest to find a reasonably priced front wheel bearing for LRB I hunted through all of the usual suspects to find the best price. FIAT wanted between £58 and £62 depending on what dealership I called, local motor factors (Bracknell area) quoted upwards of £42 for the kit, and the best price I could get on line was £33 + shipping.
I was just about to part with £45 for a new wheel bearing kit when a chap in the autofactors suggested calling German, Swedish and French - I have used them lots in the past when I needed bits for my BMW but never considered calling them for FIAT parts.
A phonecall to their Slough branch, a quick discussion with the sales guy (who actually knew what he was talking about) and he confirmed that they could supply it for £12.50 + VAT, £14.38 total! They did not have the part in stock when I called at 11.45 but managed to get it in by 14.00 the same day - quite impressive I think!
I picked the bearing kit up today, it consisted of a bearing, new retainer clip and new hub nut - all of a good quality.
Moral of the story, call German, Swedish and French before you part with your hard earned cash!
I was just about to part with £45 for a new wheel bearing kit when a chap in the autofactors suggested calling German, Swedish and French - I have used them lots in the past when I needed bits for my BMW but never considered calling them for FIAT parts.
A phonecall to their Slough branch, a quick discussion with the sales guy (who actually knew what he was talking about) and he confirmed that they could supply it for £12.50 + VAT, £14.38 total! They did not have the part in stock when I called at 11.45 but managed to get it in by 14.00 the same day - quite impressive I think!
I picked the bearing kit up today, it consisted of a bearing, new retainer clip and new hub nut - all of a good quality.
Moral of the story, call German, Swedish and French before you part with your hard earned cash!
