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by chernofool 1338 days ago
Interoperable car parts are a terrific idea.

I like reliable old cars for this reason. Sometimes things need to be replaced, but those things are usually cheap and easy to work with. Need a new headlight? $25 at the local parts store, $50 for the LED version. You can install it with a screwdriver.

The curved, round lights on new cars look nice, but why couldn't they ask a supplier like Sylvania to settle on a few consistent options? With a new Honda Civic, you'll need to order a bespoke headlight assembly for about...$340?

https://www.go-parts.com/2222-honda-civic-headlight-assembly...