Welcome to WA Auto Parts, the leading used auto parts buyer, seller and wrecker in Perth, Western Australia. We’ve spent years dismantling cars like this properly, and what we’ve learned is simple: a Lancer that’s been looked after still has plenty of good parts left in it, even once the car itself has reached the end of its road. Instead of letting that value go away, we strip it down, test what comes off and get genuine parts back into the hands of people who actually need them, at prices that make sense.
This post goes through everything you need to know about this specific Lancer – what’s coming available, what condition to expect, why this model gets searched for so often around Perth and exactly how to get your hands on a part before someone beats you to it.
Quick Take: This Lancer
This is a 2018 model Mitsubishi Lancer, white and, it has come to our yard in a good, workable condition. That’s more important than people realise sometimes – a car that’s been treated reasonably well before it gets to us means more parts come off in good shape, which is better for everyone. A neglected or badly damaged vehicle gives us far less to work with, but this one isn’t that.
We’re still working our way through the breakdown as this goes live so if you need a definitive answer on things like engine size, transmission type, or kilometres on the clock, the best way to get a straight answer is to call us. When you do, bring your rego or VIN along and we’ll be able to confirm fitment against this exact car rather than guessing based on the model year alone.
Why You See So Many Lancers Around Perth
If you spend any amount of time driving around Perth, you’ll see Lancers everywhere, and there’s good reason for that. It’s a sedan that checks a lot of boxes at once: reasonably fuel-efficient, comfortable enough for daily commuting, and priced in a way that’s made it a go-to choice for first-car buyers, small families and a fair few rideshare and delivery drivers as well.
That popularity means steady demand for parts. It’s not some rare import where you’re left waiting weeks for stock to appear from interstate but it’s also not so cheap to source from a dealership that people don’t bother shopping around. That’s the gap WA Auto Parts, a wrecker, fills. We see the same handful of issues come up time and again on this model and having a fresh, clean Lancer in the yard usually means we can solve the problem the same day someone calls.
This Car What’s Coming Available From
As the dismantling progresses, parts from this Lancer will be listed in phases – larger mechanical parts tend to take a little more time to properly assess, while smaller parts tend to come off and get added to stock faster. Here’s a general idea of what you should expect from this particular vehicle:
- Engine and engine parts
- Gearbox/Transmission
- Front and back doors
- Front bumper and rear bumper
- Bonnet and tailgate
- Head Light & Tail Light
- Wing mirrors
- wheels, wheels and tyres
- Radiator & Cooling System Parts
- AC compressor and AC components
- Dash assembly & interior trim
- Seats, seat belts
- Electrical and Wiring Harnesses
- Gas tank
- Brake parts
We don’t throw everything online the minute we start pulling the car apart – our team work through it methodically, testing along the way, so stock builds up progressively rather than all at once. If there’s something here you’ve had your eye on for a while, it’s worth not leaving it too long. Popular bits from a clean example like this one usually go fast once word gets out.
How It Works – Dismantling and Testing Process
There’s a fair bit more thought that goes into wrecking a car properly than people often assume. It’s not a matter of just taking things apart and sticking them on a shelf — at least not at a yard that wants to stand behind what it sells.
When a car like this Lancer comes into our yard, our technicians go through it in a methodical manner. Fluids are drained and properly disposed of, which is not only good practice – it’s an essential part of doing this job right from an environmental perspective. Then the breakdown starts . Usually they start with the most requested parts , engine , transmission , panels , and electrical parts .
Every part that is taken off is checked before being stored in our available stock. Mechanical parts are tested to see if they really work, not just look good sitting there. Electrical components are checked for continuity. Panels and trim are examined for cracks, rust or hidden damage that wouldn’t show up in a photo. We don’t sell anything that doesn’t meet the standard we’re happy to put our name behind – it goes for recycling instead.
This is where buying from a real wrecker differs from gambling online with an unverified seller. The latter you don’t actually know the history of the part, or if it even works until you’ve paid for it and fitted it. Purchasing from a licensed wrecker who conducts pre-listing inspections will eliminate most of that risk.
Most Commonly Sought Lancer Parts in Perth Over time, every make and model develops its own pattern of wear and the Lancer is no exception. Having worked with this specific model for years, there are a few parts that repeatedly come up in calls from customers.
One of the common ones is headlight units, particularly as they get older and start to fog internally or crack from a minor knock. The years of constant use take their toll on door handles. External door handles are particularly prone to wear and tear and tend to snap. AC compressors are another common problem – the Perth summer heat is hard on car air conditioning systems and once a Lancer is six or seven years old a tired compressor is a common complaint. Bumpers and mirrors also come up regularly, usually after a low-speed car park scrape – that annoying but not insurance-claiming damage, just enough to make dealership pricing feel painful.
If any of that sounds familiar, there’s a good chance this particular Lancer has exactly what you’re after, tested and ready to go in our yard right now.
Used Parts New Aftermarket
To be blunt, the options here are worth discussing, because the right choice depends on your situation.
Brand new genuine parts from a Mitsubishi dealer are the safest bet for fit and warranty but the cost difference can be steep, often several times what the same used part would cost. If you have an older Lancer, it’s rarely worth spending that kind of money on one part when the value of the car is so low.
Aftermarket parts are in the middle of the price spectrum, but quality varies enormously. There are some good, solid brands that make parts. Others do cut corners in ways you won’t notice until something fails down the track. You’re essentially trusting an unfamiliar name with no way to verify it was built properly.
A genuine used part, like what’s coming off this Lancer, was manufactured to factory specification because it was literally fitted to a factory-built Lancer from new. It’s been put through the mill in real life, so we know what it’s really like, not what the packaging says it is like. When combined with our testing process, that means you get something you can count on at a fraction of the price of buying new.
Why Using Parts Makes Environmental Sense Too
It’s easy to miss, but there is a real sustainability angle here. Every part reused instead of manufactured fresh means less demand for new raw materials and less energy used to manufacture. That’s baked into the way we operate at WA Auto Parts — we try to recover as much usable material as we can from every car we wreck, and whatever genuinely can’t be reused gets recycled responsibly rather than sent to landfill.
How to Reach Out and Ask
We’ve kept this part as simple as possible, because nobody wants to jump through hoops to find out if a part’s available.
If you know what you need then the quickest way is to call us on (08) 9358 1392. We can usually give you a price over the phone and check current stock from this Lancer. If you’d prefer to browse first, our online Parts Search tool allows you to check what’s listed without having to call. Or if you’d rather just leave your details, the enquiry form on our website does the same, and we follow up on those fast.
Whatever you do, having your rego or VIN ready to go will make the process quicker as it allows us to confirm the fitment for your specific build rather than going off guesswork.
Delivery and Pickup throughout Perth and WA
We are located in Welshpool, and many of our customers like to pick up their part in person – it is the fastest way to avoid freight charges and inspect the part before leaving. We understand that not all of our parts are local and that’s why we often deliver parts across Perth and further out into Western Australia. If you are not local, just let us know when you enquire and we will confirm delivery cost and timing. We want to keep turnaround quick because we know a car off the road is never convenient.
Why Choose WA Auto Parts for Your Wrecker
We specialize in used car parts and spares, cash for cars, and free car removals throughout Perth. We wreck all makes and models of cars, not just the popular ones. We are a licensed dealer (Dealer Licence No: MD26589) and we take the legal side of this business very seriously which means you have real accountability as a buyer – something you won’t get from an unverified private seller.
When your Lancer is sorted, if you’ve got an old car sitting around, beyond parts, we also provide free car removal and pay cash on the spot, regardless of make, model or condition. Once they see how easy it is, many of our parts customers end up using it.”
Conclusion
This 2018 Mitsubishi Lancer in white is exactly the kind of clean, well kept car that makes for a strong wrecking job – which means solid, tested parts coming your way at fair prices instead of dealership rates. Whatever it is, whether it’s an engine component, a headlight, a bumper, an AC part, or something smaller like a door handle- there’s a real chance we’ve already got it sitting in our yard.
We’re the trusted wrecker for Perth, and we make it easy: we get you the genuine part you need, properly tested, without the dealership mark-up or the guesswork of buying blind online. Give us a call today on (08) 9358 1392 and let’s get your Lancer back on the road where it belongs.
Frequently asked questions
1. What Mitsubishi Lancer 2018 parts are currently in stock?
We have recently purchased a 2018 white Mitsubishi Lancer that is being wrecked so most major parts are becoming available engine, gearbox, panels, lights, interior trim and more. Parts move quickly when they go up so the best way to know just what’s left is to call us or check our online Parts Search. We’re happy to check availability before you make the trip out.
2. Are the parts used in this Lancer tested before being sold?
Yep, everything that comes off this car is checked out properly before it is listed for sale. We check the engine, electronics and moving parts to make sure they are actually working and not just sitting there looking good. Anything that is below standard is not sold, but is put aside for recycling. That way you don’t end up with something that breaks shortly after fitting it.
3. Will parts from a 2018 Mitsubishi Lancer fit other years?
More often than not, yes, particularly with parts that crossed over a couple of model years with no significant changes, but that’s not something we could promise without looking into it. Mitsubishi did some different things from year to year with the facelifts so a part that works for a 2018 may not work for an earlier or later year. Give us a call with your rego or VIN and we will confirm the correct fitment before you buy.
4. Can you deliver these parts if I’m not in Welshpool?
Yes we ship parts out across Perth and further into WA on a regular basis so being away from Welshpool is not an issue. If you’re local you’re welcome to come and collect in person and save on freight but if that’s not practical we’ll arrange delivery for you. Just let us know where you are when you enquire and we’ll sort out cost and timing.
5. How do I get a quote for a specific part from this Lancer?
The quickest way is to give us a call on (08) 9358 1392 and tell us what part you’re after – we can usually give you a quote straight away. If calling is not convenient, our Parts Search tool or the enquiry form on the site works just as well and someone will get back to you quickly. In either case , having the rego or chassis number at hand makes it quicker.