Automotive RepairSourcing & Procurement4HighOwner$ implied
Cannot locate an obsolete OEM wiring harness for a 1998 Ford E-350 7.3 diesel cutaway bus.
OEM part is discontinued, and no clear aftermarket or salvage source is known.
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May 14, 2026
App Concept
ObsoleteParts Finder
A marketplace and search engine focused on discontinued OEM automotive parts. It aggregates inventory from salvage yards, NOS (New Old Stock) dealers, and aftermarket manufacturers, with guaranteed fitment matching by VIN and part number.
Key Features
- VIN-based part lookup with cross-reference to superseded part numbers
- Aggregated inventory from salvage yards, NOS dealers, and aftermarket suppliers
- Condition and warranty filtering (new, used, refurbished)
- Price comparison and request-for-quote to multiple sellers
Target Users: DIY mechanics and small repair shops working on older vehicles (10+ years old) needing hard-to-find OEM parts
Revenue Model: $5 listing fee per part for sellers, plus 8% commission on sales; free to search and browse
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