Aftermarket – A part produced by a manufacturer other than the original equipment manufacturer.

ARA – Automotive Recyclers Association – An international trade association which has a represented an industry dedicated to the efficient removal and reuse of automotive parts, and the safe disposal of inoperable motor vehicles.

AT – Automatic Transmission

Cal – California Emissions, also seen as calif.

Canada mkt – Made for Canada

CAR – Connecticut Auto Recyclers Association

Conv – Convertible

Cpe – Coupe

Cyl – Cylinder

Early Model – An old production. For example early model vehicles would be vehicles produced more than 15 years ago.

eBay Powerseller – A seller on eBay that maintains a high volume of sales and high standards in customer service.

Eng – Engine

Exc – Except

Fed – Federal Emissions

HB – Hatchback

Late Model – A recent production. For example late model vehicles would be vehicles produced within the past 10- 15 years.

Lftbk – Liftback

LH – Left Side, Drivers Side

MT – Manual Transmission

OEM – Original Equipment Manufacturer

OEM Application – The range of models and years that a specified part can fit as determined by the manufacturer.

Production Date – The month and year that a vehicle was produced. This date is often located on the driver’s side door post of the vehicle.

QRP – Quality Replacement Parts – A nationwide group of professional automotive recyclers that maintain high standards in service and quality.

QRP/SNE – Quality Replacement Parts of Southern New England.

RH – Right Side, Passengers Side

Sdn – Sedan

SW – Station Wagon

Thru – Up to and including

VIN – Vehicle Identification Number