What does it mean when a part is discontinued?
Parts that are no longer used can now be identified in parts management as “discontinued parts”.
What does it mean when a vehicle is discontinued?
Sometimes things are really as simple as they seem, and in the world of automotive parlance, discontinued cars are just simply discontinued cars. It means they are no longer manufactured. Cars come and go, and just recently, the great and powerful General Motors shrank.
Why do parts go discontinued?
There are several reasons an auto company may decide to discontinue replacement parts. They can range from lack of demand, inability to continue with an outside supplier, or because an aftermarket manufacturer has created a part priced below what the carmaker can make money on.
How do I find parts no longer available?
Here are just a few alternatives:
- Contact local parts supply stores, they may be able to help, sometimes they may be able to fix the part.
- Take the part to an appliance technician.
- Try searching on Google for your part number.
- Try eBay, Amazon, and Craigslist.
- Try a used appliance parts store.
How do I find parting out my car?
You can do this by visiting local salvage yards, checking Craigslist or searching eBay. Keep a detailed list of the price range for each part so you can easily total the full estimated value of parting out your car. Remember, most third-party retailers charge you to sell on their site.
Is it hard to get parts for a discontinued car?
You will never know when auto stores stop selling parts for discontinued cars, so you should have something in store to use when your car has an issue in the future. However, when you have a car that came from a defunct car company, it will be much harder to find parts and accessories.
What is done when a specific replacement part number is no longer available?
If a service part or accessory is no longer available, there is not a compatible part we can substitute. You may be able to locate the part through another source.
What to do when a part becomes discontinued?
A local machine shop is the best place to try to have your item re-created. Creativity in this area is key! If the part is nowhere to be found and it’s unable to be fabricated, selling your equipment or trading it in for something new might be your last resort. Hopefully you’ll never be in that situation, but sometimes it happens.
Where can I find discontinued Ford car parts?
Learn More About Ford OEM Parts Many times you can actually find an item that is discontinued on Google Shopping, eBay Auto and Amazon. Do not give up, many auto wreckers specialize in finding discontinued parts. In fact, there are auto wreckers that specialize in certain brands.
When does a claimant discontinue a statement of case?
(The procedure for amending a statement of case, set out in Part 17, applies where a claimant abandons a claim for a particular remedy but wishes to continue with his claim for other remedies) (1) A claimant may discontinue all or part of a claim at any time.
Why did the manufacturer stop making the product?
The manufacturer may have stopped producing the product because it would be too costly to manufacturer or they believe the product is too out-dated. This is considered the product’s “end of life.”
What does it mean when a part becomes discontinued?
You may eventually find yourself in a situation or you may already have (and that’s why you’re here), where a part for your equipment is discontinued and no longer available for purchase. The manufacturer may have stopped producing the product because it would be too costly to manufacturer or they believe the product is too out-dated.
Where can I find discontinued parts for my car?
Do not give up, many auto wreckers specialize in finding discontinued parts. In fact, there are auto wreckers that specialize in certain brands. If you cannot find the parts you need at the OEM Auto Dealership look for auto wreckers or used parts dealers who specialize in the brand of parts you need.
When does product support end for a product?
Product support during EOL varies by product. For hardware with an expected lifetime of 10 years after production ends, the support includes spare parts, technical support and service.
What are the rules for a discontinued operation?
International financial reporting standards (IFRS) reporting rules differ slightly from GAAP. A discontinued operation must meet two criteria. First, the asset or business component must be disposed of or reported as being held for sale.