Both eBay and Amazon are popular options for selling auto parts and accessories online. Here are some key differences between the two platforms:
eBay:
- eBay is an online auction platform, which means that buyers can bid on items. This can be a good option if you have rare or hard-to-find auto parts that may fetch a higher price through auctions.
- eBay charges a fee for each item you sell, as well as a percentage of the final sale price.
- eBay has a global reach, so you can sell to customers all over the world.
Amazon:
- Amazon is primarily a retail platform, which means that buyers purchase items at a fixed price. This can be a good option if you have a consistent stock of commonly-sold auto parts.
- Amazon charges a monthly subscription fee for access to its marketplace, as well as a per-item fee and a percentage of the sale price.
- Amazon has a large customer base and is known for its easy and convenient shopping experience.
OEM Extra:
- OEM Extra is a Curated retail marketplace with an enthusiast audience.
- OEM Extra charges a fee for each item as you sell.
- OEM Extra is a primarily UK Marketplace.
| EBAY | AMAZON | OEM EXTRA | |
| FEES | 8.9% : Final Sale £20 : Subscription | 9-15% : Final Sale £25: Subscription | 7%: Final Sale 0 : Subscription |
| AUDIENCE | General | General | Enthusiast |
| TYPE | Open | Open | Curated |
| VALUE ADD | Inventory Financing | Fulfilment By Amazon Inventory Financing | Product Photography |

