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Old 03-28-21, 12:30 PM
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Anyone have access to Mazda parts new....have a question

I recently ordered a brand new passenger side (LHD) door plastic. When the part arrived it was textured 94 but I have smooth 93. When the part is looked up from the dealer it's says it's the correct one.

Why would Mazda sell the incorrect year plastics knowing they are different?
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Originally Posted by Mazdabation
I recently ordered a brand new passenger side (LHD) door plastic. When the part arrived it was textured 94 but I have smooth 93. When the part is looked up from the dealer it's says it's the correct one.

Why would Mazda sell the incorrect year plastics knowing they are different?
You are extremely lucky you were even able to obtain such a thing. About 80-90% of parts are discontinued. Even the new heritage line still has a lot to grow still before they come around to the part I need. Been trying to obtain a new a/c line for my ride and the part numbers are very tricky.
Never rely on the parts guy running the show. They’re just punching things into the computer. Take a look yourself online. They carry the parts guides everywhere and they’re very specific to the year of your vehicle. Chances are good the parts guy made a mistake on the part number. Enough to give you the different year door card.
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Happen to have pics of this bad boy?
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Seems common practice now .... I bought a new PS door plastic for a 93. Got a semi textured part with the color coating that matches the new '93 shifter console.
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Did you order from Ray, or a place local to you?
FD interiors are the absolute worst.
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Originally Posted by quichedem
Did you order from Ray, or a place local to you?
FD interiors are the absolute worst.
Not too sure about that.. I think it depends on the year of the vehicle. My 94 hasn't had any issues interior wise. Even after all the subtle details I've done on it. Otherwise, all the major components have stayed solid..
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Ray will tell you exactly what you'll get and sell it to you at a discount.
I don't understand why anyone would buy OEM parts from any other source....
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Originally Posted by Neo
You are extremely lucky you were even able to obtain such a thing. About 80-90% of parts are discontinued. Even the new heritage line still has a lot to grow still before they come around to the part I need. Been trying to obtain a new a/c line for my ride and the part numbers are very tricky.
Never rely on the parts guy running the show. They’re just punching things into the computer. Take a look yourself online. They carry the parts guides everywhere and they’re very specific to the year of your vehicle. Chances are good the parts guy made a mistake on the part number. Enough to give you the different year door card.
I had him double check the part number when I was at the shop. I'll have him look again.
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Originally Posted by GoodfellaFD3S
Happen to have pics of this bad boy?
I probably could, I'd just go back to the Mazda dealership and take a pic lol
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Originally Posted by gracer7-rx7
Ray will tell you exactly what you'll get and sell it to you at a discount.
I don't understand why anyone would buy OEM parts from any other source....
Because I live in Canada, and by the time I convert pricing and add shipping it is not worth it. Mazda ships direct to the dealership for free
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