Has anyone done business with Venus Auto?

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Old Jul 13, 2013 | 04:46 PM
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Has anyone done business with Venus Auto?

Guy sells a bunch of JDM parts in Sacramento. Might consider doing business with them. Wondering if anyone has already. Thanks in advance.
Old Jul 13, 2013 | 09:39 PM
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Ronald is an alright guy. Just bring cash up front. Prices fluctuate with him. If you are looking to buy engines..def do compression checks.

I stopped doing business with him awhile ago, but if there is something you want at a fair price. Hop on it.
Old Jul 13, 2013 | 10:34 PM
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Cash is king. I think you have more haggling power with cash. I bought a JDM 5-speed from him awhile ago. Other than that, don't have much other experience with him.
Old Jul 13, 2013 | 10:48 PM
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what they tell you is about as reputable as an oakland street hooker.

but that doesn't mean their parts are garbage.

it just means you better know exactly what you want, and be able to verify it, and check it over, and make sure everything is tip top before you hand over your greenbacks
Old Jul 14, 2013 | 05:57 AM
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He would only stop working on moving parts around in the warehouse when I told him I was ready to buy some stuff. He turned into my best friend up until I handed over my $. Just know exactly what you're looking for and have the ability to know if its in good condition or not, cash makes them actually pay attention to you.. I had better experiences with N1 Concepts in Hayward.. Though I know that's a drive for Sac folks.
Old Jul 14, 2013 | 11:02 AM
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Thanks guys. Really appreciate it. And I'm from Stockton((Port City)). So the drive to the bay isn't too bad. I'll look into it more. Thanks again.
Old Jul 14, 2013 | 11:48 AM
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He is hit or miss with his prices and not much of a negotiator unless you bundle the item you are negotiating on with other items that he wasnt expecting you to buy also. The more you buy the easier he is to deal with.

I bought a full GTB Bilstien suspension for $50 total but he wants top dollar for headlights. Grills are always a fair price also.



Off the top of my head I have bought:

- RFRB BG wing
- BD/BG power folding heated mirrors with switch
- GTB Bilstien suspension
- 2 JDM BD front bumpers
- 1 JDM BD front bumper beam
- set of JDM BD fogs with switch
- GC aluminum lower control arms
- 4 or 5 grills

Just look over EVERYTHING because you will see by his shop that he is not really careful at all when uninstalling your parts.

Here are some photos from a year or two ago:

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Old Jul 14, 2013 | 11:57 AM
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Nice. Thanks for the heads up. I'm trying to figure out what I want/need. I need a rear end conversion for sure. I have drums in the rear. I was going to do JDM WRX seats too. Maybe exhaust. Hrm... Where can I get prices? I email him all the time to check availability of parts. But he never responds.
Old Jul 14, 2013 | 12:06 PM
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Gotta search for his CL postings:

96-01 JDM Subaru Impreza GC8 /GF8 WRX STI front end parts

He normally has one posting for GC, one for BD/BG and one for GD

Call him during the week.
Old Jul 14, 2013 | 12:10 PM
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Cool. Thanks so much! I'll have to do some digging then
Old Jul 14, 2013 | 02:32 PM
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lol Parts EVERY WHERE!!! i could barely step in the office. seemed like a good spot but like Vladi said it would mos-def help to be able to indentify your parts but they do do (hehe) the best they can.
Old Jul 15, 2013 | 12:25 PM
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Legacy 05-08 BP parts is what I am looking for and it's normally sold before I can get there. I have patience! Pretty much looks almost like my home garage parts except he's got other brands mixed in! Good thing is I don't collect as many parts anymore! Too busy with Acme Body Shop daily routine. I say daily because I am here Monday through Sunday! stop on by if you need insurance, custom work or just a fender or bumper repaired.

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