kxlara

Hello all,

Looking for some recommendations for parts/service items for the ES330. I'd like to find a company that sells OE or OEM parts, not just Toyota/Lexus parts. Would love some great suggestions.

Thanks!

Oro

OEM parts can be had easily, Amazon, Ebay, RockAuto - you just have to know who the OE is, or who makes OE equivalent parts. Most are very interchangeable. A funny example is that Lexus owners tend to throw a fit about Gates belts. Bando are often, but not exclusively, OE on Lexus. But Volvo owners are known to reject Bando parts as inferior, since Gates is OE on Volvo. Yes, it makes no sense - but realize most quality parts makers are interchangeable. And also realize that most internet posts about part quality are equally ill-informed - few people really handle enough parts of different makes to really have an informed opinion.

So do not get hung up on one brand or name. In cases where a really critical part needs to be OE, this site is very useful:

https://www.amayama.com/en

It will usually ship from the Middle East, so not fast, so you need to plan ahead. But’s it’s a great resource vs. dealer prices. You will get OE, and at reasonable prices. Ive been using it a lot lately, thanks to @LeX2K who is a great resource.

bmyze316

I would say if you buy from eBay only buy from actual Toyota or Lexus dealers. Many dealer have eBay stores. There's a lot of counterfeits out there. you can also find the Lexus part number and use it to search on toyotaoempartsonline. or any toyota dealer website. Many have online parts ordering. Stick with dealers for OEM parts if you want to ensure 100% you do not get counterfeits.