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From Audi R8 engine to Ferrari luggage - these are eBay's priciest auto parts of 2024

UK petrolheads are happy to spend thousands on new and used parts on eBay.

eBay UK reveals priciest car parts and accessories of 2024 so far

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Angel Sergeev

By: Angel Sergeev

Aug 15, 2024 at 4:13am ET

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In the world of automotive shopping, eBay has just dropped some major bombshells on what’s been burning a hole in enthusiasts' wallets this year. The online marketplace, known for everything from bargain finds to jaw-dropping rarities, has released a list of its most extravagant purchases in the United Kingdom for the first half of the year – and let’s just say, it’s a petrolhead’s dream (or nightmare, depending on your bank balance).

Topping the chart with a price tag that could buy you a whole car (a decent one at that), an Audi R8 5.2 V10 petrol engine roared (literally and figuratively) into first place. Someone out there splashed out a cool £16,567 on this beast.

In second and third place, Porsche fans showed their deep pockets and deep love for carbon fibre. A set of carbon bucket seats for a 911 GT3 sold for £13,085, while another set for a Cayman GT4 fetched £11,962. Clearly, the urge to shave off a few kilos of weight for that perfect track day is well worth it.

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Shifting gears to the green side, fourth place was taken by a Tesla Model S battery pack. At £8,606, this high-voltage bargain was a steal compared to the price of a brand-new Tesla battery. Not only did the buyer save some serious cash, but they also scored some serious eco-cred.

And in a plot twist that no one saw coming, the list took a turn towards the quirky with some exclusive vehicle registrations. "ELON X," a must-have for any Tesla fanboy, also went for £8,606. Right behind it, the number plate “DIESEL” brought in £8,135, proving that whether you're a petrolhead or an EV enthusiast, your car's name matters.

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The most expensive item from Ferrari wasn’t what you’d expect. No engines or sleek carbon parts here; instead, a set of tailored luggage for the iconic 512TR took the sixth spot, selling for £8,518. Rounding out the list, a complete 5.0-litre V8 engine for a Range Rover L405 went for £7,884, while a project car – a 1965 Ford Mustang, no less – was nabbed for £7,450.

Top 10 car parts and accessories sold on eBay UK during 2024:

Rank

Make / Model

Part

Price paid

Audi R8

V10 Engine - 38,598 miles

£16,567

Porsche 911 GT3 (991)

Carbon Bucket Seats

£13,086

Porsche GT4 (918)

Carbon Bucket Seats

£11,962

Tesla Model S

High Voltage Battery

£8,606

Private Registration – ELON X

£8,606

Ferrari 512 TR

Schedoni Luggage Set

£8,518

Private Registration – DIESEL

£8,134

Range Rover V8 (L405)

V8 Engine – 32,537 miles

£7,884

Porsche 991 Turbo S (991)

PDK Gearbox

£7,650

Mercedes E63

Engine and Gearbox

£7,650

Source: eBay

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