Chinese car parts in Costa Rica: Chery, JAC, Great Wall and more

In just a few years, Chinese cars went from a rare sight to filling parking lots across Costa Rica: family SUVs, work pickups and, more and more, electric cars. Many are now out of warranty, and their owners all hit the same question when something wears out: where do I get the part, and at what price? Here's which Chinese car parts can be imported, which are harder, and how to order them without mistakes.

Which Chinese brands are most common in Costa Rica?

Among gas cars you'll see a lot of Changan, Chery, JAC and Great Wall, along with its SUV brand Haval. Among electric cars, BYD and Geely are the best known, alongside others like Chery, JAC and Dongfeng.

Brand	What you see most	More detailed guide
Changan	SUVs like the CS35 and CS15, the Hunter pickup	Changan parts
Chery	SUVs from the Tiggo family	This guide
JAC	SUVs, pickups and light trucks	This guide
Great Wall and Haval	Work pickups and SUVs	This guide
BYD	EVs like the Dolphin and Yuan Plus	BYD parts
Geely	EVs like the Geometry C and EX5	Geely parts

If your car is electric, start with our guide to parts for Chinese electric cars, which explains what changes compared with a gas car.

Which Chinese car parts get ordered most?

The same ones as on any car with a few years on it: service items, brakes and suspension. On a gas car:

• Oil, air and cabin filters, plus the oil at every service.
• Spark plugs and coils, when the engine shakes or burns more fuel than usual.
• Brake pads and rotors, worn down by steep descents and traffic.
• Shocks, bushings and ball joints, punished by potholes and speed bumps.
• Battery, wiper blades, bulbs and belts, which heat and rain wear out sooner.

An electric car has no oil or spark plugs, but it still wears through tires, brakes, suspension, the cabin filter and the 12V battery.

Can you get Chinese car parts from the US?

Many, but not all. Most of these brands don't sell cars under their own name in the US, so there are no dealers there with original parts. What you can find are parts that depend on size, or that have compatible equivalents.

Part	Can we get it?	What to confirm
Battery, wiper blades, bulbs	Yes, almost always	Size and the number on the old part
Tires	Yes, usually	Size and ratings on the sidewall
Filters and spark plugs	Often	Number printed on the old part
Brakes and suspension	Often	Model, trim, year and photos
Charging adapters for EVs	Yes	The car's connector type
Modules, model-specific sensors, body panels	Case by case	Part number and clear photos

When a model-specific part can't be sourced reliably, we tell you before charging anything. We don't keep stock: we import every part to order, and it usually arrives in 1 to 3 weeks.

Why does the VIN matter so much on a Chinese car?

Because the same model can change a lot by year, trim and the country it was built for. The 17-character VIN tells us exactly which car you have, so we don't buy a part that won't fit.

For an accurate quote, send us:

1. The full VIN, or a photo of where it appears. If you can't find it, see where to find your car's VIN.
2. The brand, model and exact trim, as your papers show them.
3. The year and engine, or whether it's electric or hybrid.
4. A photo of the old part, especially any number or label.

Original part or an alternative?

It depends on the part. For filters, wiper blades, bulbs or batteries, a good compatible alternative usually works just as well. For brakes and suspension, a well-known brand is worth it, and for modules or sensors the safest choice is the exact part number.

• If you're unsure, read about new, used, OEM or aftermarket parts.
• Our quote tells you what kind of part each option is.
• Before installing, let your mechanic confirm it's the right one.

In short

For Chinese cars, gas or electric, almost every wear part can be imported, and we check model-specific parts one by one. If you drive a Changan, see the Changan parts guide; for a BYD, the BYD parts guide. When you're ready, request your free quote: we give you a price in colones with freight, duties and IVA included.

Frequently asked questions

Can you get parts for Chery, JAC or Great Wall?

Yes, especially wear parts like filters, brakes, suspension and batteries. We look for model-specific parts case by case and tell you if there's no reliable option.

Are parts for Chinese cars cheaper?

It depends on the part and where it's sourced. We give you the final price in colones, with freight, duties and IVA included, so you can compare without surprises.

How long does a part for a Chinese car take to arrive?

Usually 1 to 3 weeks. If the part is hard to find, we say so in the quote.

How do I pay for the part?

You pay a 50% deposit by card or SINPE Móvil when you accept the quote, and the rest when you receive the part.