1st Choice Spares UK Ltd Reviews 26,213

TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.9

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Review summary

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Evaluating 173 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Many customers praise the service for its efficiency, finding parts quickly and easily, often receiving multiple quotes within a short time frame. The delivery service is frequently highlighted as speedy and reliable, with parts arriving in good condition and at reasonable prices. People appreciate the ease of ordering and the overall helpfulness of the service, often saving significant amounts compared to new parts. However, some customers experienced issues with product accuracy, receiving parts that were incorrect, damaged, or not as described, leading to inconvenience and additional costs. A few other people also felt that response times could be slow, or that parts were not available after purchase, causing delays and frustration.

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Product

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Service

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Delivery service

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Price

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Response time

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I requested a parcel shelf for my Citroen C1 VTR (09 plate), and received quotes quickly ranging from reasonable to overpriced (in my opinion). I chose the lowest quote from A1 Allcars Ltd., which wa... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Was very impressed with the service. I found it easy to use, and offered me the ability to do a fresh search when I found an offer was too expensive. I also tried to purchase an item which the... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I have been searching for a part for my car for several months and 1st Choice spares were able to find one for me in a few days. Ordering was easy and part was delivered in reasonable timescale. Commu... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

After trying the local dealer for rear headrest for a suzuki ignis, I tried this company. Had 3 quotes within the hour. All reasonable. I hadn't bought anything like this before so took a chance. Bril... See more


Company details

  1. Auto Parts Store

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Find a part Fast! Buy cut price car parts with our free on-line part finder to save time and money. Tell us what you need and compare no obligation prices, then decide which star rated seller is best for you. We'll check stock from over 200 depots so you can compare prices on-line with no obligation. Why ring round yourself when you can do it all at once!


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3.9

Great

TrustScore 4 out of 5

26K reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passat Tailgate

I was struggling to find part locally but easier down South. Call handler was helpful with details & pictures. Delivery was very fast & driver was very helpful. Had 1 slight issue but was resolved with no hassle. I’d recommend & happily use again.

December 11, 2025
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

48hr Delivery took over a week

48hr Delivery took over a week to arrive and when they did arrive they were incorrect, even after they had my number plate and assured me they would.
Wouldn't use again £69 out of pocket, and the contact was rude when I asked avout the delivery

December 17, 2025
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Reply from 1st Choice Spares UK Ltd

Thanks for your recent feedback.

We are a Parts Location site and do not actually supply parts ourselves. We have asked you for information via Trustpilot as the name given is not identifiable in our database.

Unfortunately, you have not replied with that information [such as request number or email used to make an enquiry]. This means we cannot investigate further, or confirm that you enquired via our service.

We do try to ensure a certain level of service from the suppliers and if you would like us to look into this matter for you, visit the page below and provide the information requested.

https://www.1stchoice.co.uk/contact

All the best
Customer Care - 1st Choice.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered a part on the 5th December

I ordered a part on the 5th December, two weeks on and no delivery just a receipt that I had paid by email. I had to contact yourselves to chase up were my part was, as I had no email regarding the delivery time or date, it would arrive. I then emailed yourselves again to fund out were my part was, only to be told they had to send another one out. I was very dubious about this as if they had sent a part out, I would have received an email telling me that it had been despatched. Still awaiting the part not to sure wether I would use 1st choice again

December 12, 2025
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Reply from 1st Choice Spares UK Ltd

Thanks for your recent feedback, and for providing the requested information so promptly.

We were sorry to hear that you were experiencing problems with this supplier. Our customer service team have been working on this on your behalf since your complaint reached us on 15/12/2025.
We do need to communicate with both parties in any dispute, and this can take time with some toing and froing.

As notified, the latest from the breaker is that they will check this out and if not delivered then a full refund will be arranged.

If you wish to add anything further then please leave us a message here: https://www.1stchoice.co.uk/contact

All the best
Customer Care - 1st Choice.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Great at finding parts but then…poor

Great at finding parts but then nothing, my first order I was told 4 days after buying it that the part was broke so issued me with a refund (why it took 4 days when it was meant to be delivered within 3 days) so ordered another one to be told a week later that they lost the part so issued me with another refund. Went onto EBay and had one delivered in less than 24hrs

December 4, 2025
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Reply from 1st Choice Spares UK Ltd

Thanks for your recent feedback, and for providing the additional information so quickly.

We’re sorry to hear you have experienced problems with these suppliers.

If you would like us to review their supplier rating then please leave us a message here: https://www.1stchoice.co.uk/contact

All the best
Customer Care - 1st Choice.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very poor experience involving both…

Very poor experience involving both 1stChoice Spares UK and A+C Auto Salvage (UK) Ltd.

I placed and paid for an order through their platform and, after more than a week, received nothing — no delivery, no tracking number, no courier details, no proof of postage, and no estimated delivery date.

If a company takes payment, hosts the transaction, and presents suppliers on its website, it also has a responsibility to ensure basic standards of service, communication, and accountability.

I raised two complaints but received one-line messages; the seller will chase the courier, with no follow-up! Only after I mentioned contacting my credit card provider did a refund suddenly get offered via the supplier (A+C AUTO SALVAGE (UK) LTD), which raises serious concerns about whether the item was ever dispatched.

This was a frustrating and time-wasting experience involving poor communication and a complete lack of accountability from both the platform and the supplier. I would not use 1stChoice or deal with A+C Auto Salvage again.

December 11, 2025
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Reply from 1st Choice Spares UK Ltd

Thanks for your recent feedback.

We were sorry to hear that you were experiencing problems with this supplier. Our customer service team have been working on this on your behalf since your complaint reached us on 16/12/2025.
We do need to communicate with both parties in any dispute, and this can take time with some toing and froing.

The actual message from the breaker sent to you yesterday said:' I would chase this up with the couriers if given chance however i will just issue a refund and get the item returned to me if they are talking about contacting their card provider.'

If you wish to add anything further then please leave us a message here: https://www.1stchoice.co.uk/contact

All the best
Customer Care - 1st Choice.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant business model

Brilliant business model, efficient and expert and friendly service, wide selection of prices, and very speedy delivery. I've dealt with them several times and they've never let me down.

December 16, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant response

Brilliant response. Three quotes took the first one. It was in Glasgow. They had the part for my renault captur. It was at my door in less than 24 hours. Will if needed use them again. Well done guys.

December 3, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A very efficient company

A very efficient company. A phone call within the hour to verify everything and complete back axle arrived a few days later. Price and carriage very reasonable. Well done guys.

December 4, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

1st Choice Very Good

I've been using 1st Choice for some years now as we run a couple of older vehicles, service is always good and delivers are really quick and the people know what they are talking about, really very good, I would recommend 1st Choice to anyone.

December 15, 2025
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Providing pictures should be standard practice

Difficult to be sure you're buying a compatible part without requesting photos. On this occasion the yard couldn't confirm accurate colour (polar white). They didn't send me the clips as promised but I did receive a car seat with my bumper so I had an extra job disposing that.

I did get the item I was looking for so I'm pleased I was able to source that

December 8, 2025
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