Car starters

At Global Parts, we offer a wide selection of original used car parts, including starter motors for many popular car brands such as BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen, and others. The starter motors we offer undergo quality control to ensure you receive a top-quality product.

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Audi A4 B8 2.0 TFSI Petrol Engine Starter Motor 06H911021

Part no. 06H911021

Audi A4 B8 2.0 TFSI Petrol Engine Starter Motor 06H911021

PLN 42.95

Delivery: Jul 15

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Audi A4 B7 A6 C6 Motor Starter Unit 2.0 TDI Diesel Engine 03G911023

Part no. 03G911023

Audi A4 B7 A6 C6 Motor Starter Unit 2.0 TDI Diesel Engine 03G911023

PLN 113.95

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Audi A4 B8 2.0 TDI CAGA Diesel Engine Starter Motor Bosch Unit 03L911021C

Part no. 03L911021C

Audi A4 B8 2.0 TDI CAGA Diesel Engine Starter Motor Bosch Unit 03L911021C

PLN 189.95

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Audi A4 B8 Starter Motor Engine Motor Actuator Diesel Bosch 03L911021E

Part no. 03L911021E

Audi A4 B8 Starter Motor Engine Motor Actuator Diesel Bosch 03L911021E

PLN 85.95

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Audi TT 8J 2.0 TFSI CESA Petrol Engine Starter Motor 02E911023S

Part no. 02E911023S

Audi TT 8J 2.0 TFSI CESA Petrol Engine Starter Motor 02E911023S

PLN 161.95

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Audi A3 8V 2.0 TDI DFGA Diesel Starter Motor 02E911022C

Part no. 02E911022C

Audi A3 8V 2.0 TDI DFGA Diesel Starter Motor 02E911022C

PLN 75.95

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AUDI Q5 8R Quattro 3.0 TDI Diesel CCWA CCWB Starter Motor 059911022

Part no. 059911022

AUDI Q5 8R Quattro 3.0 TDI Diesel CCWA CCWB Starter Motor 059911022

PLN 161.95

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Audi S5 8T A6 C7 Engine Starter Motor 3.0 TFSI Petrol CGWC 06E911021D

Part no. 06E911021D

Audi S5 8T A6 C7 Engine Starter Motor 3.0 TFSI Petrol CGWC 06E911021D

PLN 189.95

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Audi A1 8X 1.2 TFSI CBZA Petrol Engine Starter Motor 02T911024JX

Part no. 02T911024JX

Audi A1 8X 1.2 TFSI CBZA Petrol Engine Starter Motor 02T911024JX

PLN 94.95

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Audi A5 8T Starter Motor 3.0 TDI CCWA Diesel 059911021D

Part no. 059911021D

Audi A5 8T Starter Motor 3.0 TDI CCWA Diesel 059911021D

PLN 94.95

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Audi A3 8V 2.0 TDI Quattro Starter Motor Engine Diesel Bosch 02Z911024Q

Part no. 02Z911024Q

Audi A3 8V 2.0 TDI Quattro Starter Motor Engine Diesel Bosch 02Z911024Q

PLN 189.95

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Starter Motor AUDI Q7 4L VW Touareg MK2 3.0 TDI Diesel Starter 059911024K

Part no. 059911024K

Starter Motor AUDI Q7 4L VW Touareg MK2 3.0 TDI Diesel Starter 059911024K

PLN 189.95

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Audi A6 C7 A7 4G 2.0 TDI Starter Motor Diesel Engine Denso 059911024P

Part no. 059911024P

Audi A6 C7 A7 4G 2.0 TDI Starter Motor Diesel Engine Denso 059911024P

PLN 142.95

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Audi S3 8Y 2.0 TFSI Starter Motor Engine Petrol 02E911022H

Part no. 02E911022H

Audi S3 8Y 2.0 TFSI Starter Motor Engine Petrol 02E911022H

PLN 189.95

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Audi A5 8T 3.0 TDI CLAB Diesel Engine Starter Motor 059911021K

Part no. 059911021K

Audi A5 8T 3.0 TDI CLAB Diesel Engine Starter Motor 059911021K

PLN 161.95

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Audi TT 8J Petrol Engine Starter Motor 2.0 TFSI BWA 02E911023J

Part no. 02E911023J

Audi TT 8J Petrol Engine Starter Motor 2.0 TFSI BWA 02E911023J

PLN 189.95

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Audi A5 8T A6 C7 Engine Starter Motor 3.0 TFSI Petrol 06E911021F

Part no. 06E911021F

Audi A5 8T A6 C7 Engine Starter Motor 3.0 TFSI Petrol 06E911021F

PLN 123.95

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Audi A3 8V 1.4 TSI Petrol Starter Motor Engine Actuator Unit 0AM911023R

Part no. 0AM911023R

Audi A3 8V 1.4 TSI Petrol Starter Motor Engine Actuator Unit 0AM911023R

PLN 94.95

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Audi Q7 4M Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter Valeo 3.0 TDI Diesel 057911022

Part no. 057911022

Audi Q7 4M Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter Valeo 3.0 TDI Diesel 057911022

PLN 94.95

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Audi A5 8T 2.0 TFSI Petrol Engine Starter Motor Actuator 06H911021A

Part no. 06H911021A

Audi A5 8T 2.0 TFSI Petrol Engine Starter Motor Actuator 06H911021A

PLN 75.95

Free delivery: Jul 15

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Audi A4 B8 2.0 TFSi Petrol Engine Starter Motor Actuator Unit 06D911023A

Part no. 06D911023A

Audi A4 B8 2.0 TFSi Petrol Engine Starter Motor Actuator Unit 06D911023A

PLN 94.95

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Audi RS4 B8 Starter Motor Petrol Engine Electrical Unit Actuator 079911021G

Part no. 079911021G

Audi RS4 B8 Starter Motor Petrol Engine Electrical Unit Actuator 079911021G

PLN 75.95

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Seat Leon 5F Engine Starter Motor 2.0 TDI Diesel 02E911023T

Part no. 02E911023T

Seat Leon 5F Engine Starter Motor 2.0 TDI Diesel 02E911023T

PLN 113.95

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Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Engine Starter Motor Actuator Unit Petrol 06D911021B

Part no. 06D911021B

Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Engine Starter Motor Actuator Unit Petrol 06D911021B

PLN 75.95

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Audi A3 8P VW Golf 5k Starter Motor 1.4 TFSI CAXC Petrol 02Z911023R 0001142003

Part no. 02Z911023R

Audi A3 8P VW Golf 5k Starter Motor 1.4 TFSI CAXC Petrol 02Z911023R 0001142003

PLN 123.95

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Audi A3 8V 8Y Q2 GA S1 8X VW T-Roc Starter Motor 1.6 TDI Diesel DGTE 0AM911021E

Part no. 0AM911021E

Audi A3 8V 8Y Q2 GA S1 8X VW T-Roc Starter Motor 1.6 TDI Diesel DGTE 0AM911021E

PLN 123.95

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Audi Q7 4L VW Touareg MK2 3.0 TDI Diesel Starter Motor 059911024E

Part no. 059911024E

Audi Q7 4L VW Touareg MK2 3.0 TDI Diesel Starter Motor 059911024E

PLN 189.95

Free delivery: Jul 15

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Audi A4 B9 2.0 TDI DETA Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter 04L911024A

Part no. 04L911024A

Audi A4 B9 2.0 TDI DETA Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter 04L911024A

PLN 189.95

Free delivery: Jul 15

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Audi TTRS 8J VW Golf Mk6 Starter Motor Engine Bosch 2.0 TDI Diesel 02M911023S

Part no. 02M911023S

Audi TTRS 8J VW Golf Mk6 Starter Motor Engine Bosch 2.0 TDI Diesel 02M911023S

PLN 123.95

Free delivery: Jul 15

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Audi A3 8V 2.0 TDI Engine Starter Motor Bosch 02E911024A

Part no. 02E911024A

Audi A3 8V 2.0 TDI Engine Starter Motor Bosch 02E911024A

PLN 113.95

Free delivery: Jul 15

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Audi A5 8T 2.0 TDI CNHA Diesel Engine Motor Starter 04L911021

Part no. 04L911021

Audi A5 8T 2.0 TDI CNHA Diesel Engine Motor Starter 04L911021

PLN 123.95

Free delivery: Jul 15

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Audi A6 C7 2.0 TDI CGLC Diesel Starter Motor 03L911024B

Part no. 03L911024B

Audi A6 C7 2.0 TDI CGLC Diesel Starter Motor 03L911024B

PLN 94.95

Free delivery: Jul 15

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Audi A5 S5 8T Starter Motor Petrol Engine Electrical Unit Actuator 079911021C

Part no. 079911021C

Audi A5 S5 8T Starter Motor Petrol Engine Electrical Unit Actuator 079911021C

PLN 94.95

Free delivery: Jul 15

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Audi A4 B8 3.0 TDI CAPA Diesel Starter Motor 059911021C

Part no. 059911021C

Audi A4 B8 3.0 TDI CAPA Diesel Starter Motor 059911021C

PLN 94.95

Free delivery: Jul 15

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Audi A3 8V 2.0 TFSI DJHA Starter Motor 12V 02E911024M

Part no. 02E911024M

Audi A3 8V 2.0 TFSI DJHA Starter Motor 12V 02E911024M

PLN 94.95

Free delivery: Jul 15

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Volkswagen Golf VI Passat B6 Tiguan Starter Motor Diesel Engine 02M911024Q

Part no. 02M911024Q

Volkswagen Golf VI Passat B6 Tiguan Starter Motor Diesel Engine 02M911024Q

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Audi A4 B9 A5 F5 2.0 Diesel Starter Motor Engine Valeo 05L911021 0001174006

Part no. 05L911021

Audi A4 B9 A5 F5 2.0 Diesel Starter Motor Engine Valeo 05L911021 0001174006

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Volkswagen Passat B7 Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter 0AM911024A

Part no. 0AM911024A

Volkswagen Passat B7 Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter 0AM911024A

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Starter Motor Audi Q3 8U Volkswagen Passat B7 Engine Starter Actuator 02E911024C

Part no. 02E911024C

Starter Motor Audi Q3 8U Volkswagen Passat B7 Engine Starter Actuator 02E911024C

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Audi A5 F5 45 TFSI QUATTRO Starter Motor Engine Denso 06H911024C

Part no. 06H911024C

Audi A5 F5 45 TFSI QUATTRO Starter Motor Engine Denso 06H911024C

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Audi Q7 4M Starter Motor Engine Diesel Valeo 06M911022D

Part no. 06M911022D

Audi Q7 4M Starter Motor Engine Diesel Valeo 06M911022D

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Audi Volkswagen Seat Skoda 2.0 TDI Diesel Starter Motor Engine Bosch 02M911023P

Part no. 02M911023P

Audi Volkswagen Seat Skoda 2.0 TDI Diesel Starter Motor Engine Bosch 02M911023P

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Audi A3 8P Engine Starter Motor Actuator 2.0 TDI Diesel 02E911023Q

Part no. 02E911023Q

Audi A3 8P Engine Starter Motor Actuator 2.0 TDI Diesel 02E911023Q

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Audi A6 4F C6 3.0 TDI Diesel Starter Motor Bosch 0001109319 059911024D

Part no. 059911024D

Audi A6 4F C6 3.0 TDI Diesel Starter Motor Bosch 0001109319 059911024D

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Audi A1 8X Starter Motor Petrol Engine Electrical Unit Actuator 02M911024J

Part no. 0AM911023TX

Audi A1 8X Starter Motor Petrol Engine Electrical Unit Actuator 02M911024J

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Audi A3 8P Starter Motor Engine Diesel Actuator Unit 02A911023 LRS00791

Part no. 02A911023

Audi A3 8P Starter Motor Engine Diesel Actuator Unit 02A911023 LRS00791

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Audi A4 B9 2.0 TFSI CVKB Petrol Engine Starter Motor 06L911021

Part no. 06L911021

Audi A4 B9 2.0 TFSI CVKB Petrol Engine Starter Motor 06L911021

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Starter Motor Audi S8 D3 4E VW Touareg Starter Motor Bosch 1.7KW 07C911023H

Part no. 07C911023H

Starter Motor Audi S8 D3 4E VW Touareg Starter Motor Bosch 1.7KW 07C911023H

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Audi A4 B7 2.0 TDI Starter Motor Engine Diesel 03G911023A

Part no. 03G911023A

Audi A4 B7 2.0 TDI Starter Motor Engine Diesel 03G911023A

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Audi A4 B8 B9 A6 C8 Engine Starter Motor Denso 2.0 TFSI Petrol 06Q911024

Part no. 06Q911024

Audi A4 B8 B9 A6 C8 Engine Starter Motor Denso 2.0 TFSI Petrol 06Q911024

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Audi A4 B7 A6 C6 Diesel Starter Motor 3.0 TDI 059911024

Part no. 059911024

Audi A4 B7 A6 C6 Diesel Starter Motor 3.0 TDI 059911024

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Audi Q2 GA 35 TFSI DXDB Petrol Starter Motor Manual 02M911022F

Part no. 02M911022F

Audi Q2 GA 35 TFSI DXDB Petrol Starter Motor Manual 02M911022F

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Audi A3 8V 1.4 TFSI Petrol Starter Motor Engine Actuator Unit 0AM911023N

Part no. 0AM911023N

Audi A3 8V 1.4 TFSI Petrol Starter Motor Engine Actuator Unit 0AM911023N

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Audi A4 S4 B8 A5 S5 8F Engine Starter Motor 3.0 TFSI Petrol 079911022

Part no. 079911022

Audi A4 S4 B8 A5 S5 8F Engine Starter Motor 3.0 TFSI Petrol 079911022

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Audi A3 8P VW Scirocco Mk3 Starter Motor Engine Valeo 1.4 TSI Petrol 02Z911024P

Part no. 02Z911024P

Audi A3 8P VW Scirocco Mk3 Starter Motor Engine Valeo 1.4 TSI Petrol 02Z911024P

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Skoda Octavia RS 1Z VW Jetta A6 Starter Motor Diesel  2.0 TDI CEGA 02M911024P

Part no. 02M911024P-2

Skoda Octavia RS 1Z VW Jetta A6 Starter Motor Diesel 2.0 TDI CEGA 02M911024P

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Audi A4 A5 Starter Motor 2.0 TFSI Petrol Engine CDNC CDNB 06H911021EX

Part no. 06H911021EX

Audi A4 A5 Starter Motor 2.0 TFSI Petrol Engine CDNC CDNB 06H911021EX

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Audi A4 B9 A5 F5 Q7 4M Q5 FY VW Volkswagen Touareg Mk3 Starter Motor 057911024

Part no. 057911024

Audi A4 B9 A5 F5 Q7 4M Q5 FY VW Volkswagen Touareg Mk3 Starter Motor 057911024

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Audi A6 C7 A7 4G Engine Starter Motor 3.0 TFSI Petrol CGWD 06E911024A

Part no. 06E911024A

Audi A6 C7 A7 4G Engine Starter Motor 3.0 TFSI Petrol CGWD 06E911024A

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Audi R8 Gen 1 Engine Starter Motor 4.2 FSI 02Z911023L

Part no. 02Z911023L

Audi R8 Gen 1 Engine Starter Motor 4.2 FSI 02Z911023L

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Audi A1 8X A3 8P Q3 Mk1 Diesel Engine Starter Motor 02M911024P

Part no. 02M911024P-1

Audi A1 8X A3 8P Q3 Mk1 Diesel Engine Starter Motor 02M911024P

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Audi A4 7B 2.0  TFSi D6G519 Engine Starter Motor 06D911023

Part no. 06D911023

Audi A4 7B 2.0 TFSi D6G519 Engine Starter Motor 06D911023

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Audi S4 B9 S5 F5 Starter Motor Engine Actuator Bosch TFSI Petrol 06M911021

Part no. 06M911021

Audi S4 B9 S5 F5 Starter Motor Engine Actuator Bosch TFSI Petrol 06M911021

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Audi A4 B8 Petrol Engine Starter Motor Actuator 1.8 2.0 TFSI 06H911021D

Part no. 06H911021D

Audi A4 B8 Petrol Engine Starter Motor Actuator 1.8 2.0 TFSI 06H911021D

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Audi TT 8N Mk1 1.8T Petrol Engine Starter Motor Assembly 0001121022 02M911023

Part no. 02M911023

Audi TT 8N Mk1 1.8T Petrol Engine Starter Motor Assembly 0001121022 02M911023

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Motor Starter Audi A7 4G Q5 8R 3.0TDI Diesel Engine Starter Unit 059911021G

Part no. 059911021G

Motor Starter Audi A7 4G Q5 8R 3.0TDI Diesel Engine Starter Unit 059911021G

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Audi A4 B9 Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter 04L911021B

Part no. 04L911021B

Audi A4 B9 Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter 04L911021B

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Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Diesel 2.0 TDI Starter Motor Manual 03L911024

Part no. 03L911024

Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Diesel 2.0 TDI Starter Motor Manual 03L911024

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Audi A4 B7 Starter Motor Engine Diesel Bosch 0001125053

Part no. 1125053

Audi A4 B7 Starter Motor Engine Diesel Bosch 0001125053

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Audi A5 8T 2.0 CNCD Petrol Starter Motor 06H911024B

Part no. 06H911024B

Audi A5 8T 2.0 CNCD Petrol Starter Motor 06H911024B

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Audi Q7 4L Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter 079911021D

Part no. 079911021D

Audi Q7 4L Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter 079911021D

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Audi A3 8P 2.0 TDI CBBB Diesel Starter Motor 02M911024P

Part no. 02M911024P

Audi A3 8P 2.0 TDI CBBB Diesel Starter Motor 02M911024P

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Audi Q7 4L 4.2 TDI Quattro Engine Starter Motor Actuator 057911023E

Part no. 057911023E

Audi Q7 4L 4.2 TDI Quattro Engine Starter Motor Actuator 057911023E

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Audi A4 B8 A5 8T 2.0 TDI Diesel Engine Starter Motor Assembly Unit 03L911024A

Part no. 03L911024A

Audi A4 B8 A5 8T 2.0 TDI Diesel Engine Starter Motor Assembly Unit 03L911024A

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VW Golf Audi A3 8P 2.0 TDI Diesel Engine Starter Motor 02M911024G

Part no. 02M911024G

VW Golf Audi A3 8P 2.0 TDI Diesel Engine Starter Motor 02M911024G

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Audi A3 8V Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter 0AM911023G

Part no. 0AM911023G

Audi A3 8V Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter 0AM911023G

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Audi Q7 4L 3.0 TDI Quattro Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter 059911024H

Part no. 059911024H

Audi Q7 4L 3.0 TDI Quattro Engine Starter Motor Actuator Starter 059911024H

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Audi A7 S7 4G8 A8 D4 4.0 TFSI Starter Motor Denso Petrol Engine 079911024

Part no. 079911024

Audi A7 S7 4G8 A8 D4 4.0 TFSI Starter Motor Denso Petrol Engine 079911024

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Audi A4 B8 A5 8T A6 C7 Starter Motor Actuator Bosch Diesel Engine 03L911021G

Part no. 03L911021G

Audi A4 B8 A5 8T A6 C7 Starter Motor Actuator Bosch Diesel Engine 03L911021G

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Audi A4 B9 2.0 TFSI CVKB Petrol Engine Starter Motor 06L911021A

Part no. 06L911021A

Audi A4 B9 2.0 TFSI CVKB Petrol Engine Starter Motor 06L911021A

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Audi A5 8T 2.0 TFSI Starter Motor Engine 079911023D

Part no. 079911023D

Audi A5 8T 2.0 TFSI Starter Motor Engine 079911023D

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Audi TT FV Starter Motor Engine Diesel 02M911021S

Part no. 02M911021S

Audi TT FV Starter Motor Engine Diesel 02M911021S

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Audi A3 8P 1.6 MPI Petrol Starter Motor Engine 02T911023M

Part no. 02T911023M

Audi A3 8P 1.6 MPI Petrol Starter Motor Engine 02T911023M

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Audi SQ5 FY Starter Motor Engine Diesel Bosch 06M911021A

Part no. 06M911021A

Audi SQ5 FY Starter Motor Engine Diesel Bosch 06M911021A

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Volkswagen Seat Skoda Audi 2.0 TDI Diesel Engine Starter Motor Valeo 02E911024H

Part no. 02E911024H

Volkswagen Seat Skoda Audi 2.0 TDI Diesel Engine Starter Motor Valeo 02E911024H

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Audi A4 B7 2.0 TFSI Starter Motor Engine Motor Actuator Petrol 03L911021E

Part no. 06B911023A

Audi A4 B7 2.0 TFSI Starter Motor Engine Motor Actuator Petrol 03L911021E

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Audi A3 8P 1.6 TDI 5 Speed Manual Diesel Engine Starter Motor 02Z911024A

Part no. 02Z911024A

Audi A3 8P 1.6 TDI 5 Speed Manual Diesel Engine Starter Motor 02Z911024A

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Audi A3 Starter Motor Engine Diesel 02E911023H

Part no. 02E911023H

Audi A3 Starter Motor Engine Diesel 02E911023H

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Original starters for popular car brands

Original starters for popular car brands

Wide range of starter motors – BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen and others

Starters are essential components of the starting system, responsible for cranking the engine. Their efficient operation is vital for every vehicle, as they enable the engine to begin its work. In the Global Parts automotive store, you will find a wide selection of used car parts, including starters, perfect for brands such as BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Mini, and many others.

What functions do starters perform?

Starters play a key role in the vehicle starting process:

  • Engine cranking – The starter uses energy from the battery to set the crankshaft in motion, enabling the ignition of the fuel-air mixture.
  • Cooperation with other systems – The starter works in conjunction with the battery, alternator, and ignition system, forming an integrated starting system.
  • Precise and fast operation – An efficient starter cranks the engine in a few seconds, regardless of weather conditions.

Definition and technical parameters

A starter is a DC electric motor, the power of which typically ranges from 0.8 kW to 2.5 kW, depending on the vehicle model. In cars with larger diesel engines, more powerful starters with a starting current reaching 250–350 A are used. Versions dedicated to compact cars usually have a power output in the range of 1.1–1.4 kW, which is fully sufficient for efficient engine starting.

Construction and purpose of car starters

Car starters are components mounted near the engine, usually close to the gearbox and flywheel. A typical unit consists of a housing, an electric motor, a solenoid, an overrunning clutch, and a pinion gear that engages with the flywheel ring gear. Their task is to briefly transmit the high torque required to start the engine. In practice, when selecting a unit, the OEM part number, fuel type, condition, and vehicle mounting position are important.

Comparison of key starter features

Comparison areaPetrol versionDiesel versionWhat to check before purchase
Starting loadUsually lowerUsually higher due to greater compressionOEM number, power, engine type compatibility
Mounting designDepends on engine and gearbox versionDepends on engine and gearbox versionBolt spacing, connector position, housing type
Electrical systemVarying number of connectors and pins depending on modelVarying number of connectors and pins depending on modelControl plug, power terminal, contact condition
Catalog compatibilityPossible interchangeable numbersPossible interchangeable numbersOEM, VIN, body version, and year

Why is it worth taking care of starters?

Damage or wear of starters can lead to problems with starting the vehicle. Typical symptoms of malfunction include:

  • Engine starting problems – Weak starter rotation or no reaction when turning the key may indicate a failure.
  • Unusual noises – Grinding or humming during startup may indicate mechanical wear of the starter.
  • Increased battery load – A damaged starter can cause excessive energy consumption from the battery. At Global Parts, we offer original used starters that have undergone detailed quality tests, ensuring their durability and reliability.

Symptoms and compatibility – summary

Malfunction symptomPossible cause in the starterParticularly affected models / examples
Slow engine crankingWorn brushes, low starting currentRenault Master, VW Golf 5
Grinding at startupDamaged Bendix gearBMW E36, Audi A4 B7
No reaction to keyDamaged solenoidBMW E87, Mercedes W211
Humming or buzzingDamaged windings or short circuitOpel Astra H, Skoda Octavia

How to choose the right starters?

When choosing starters, pay attention to several key aspects:

  • Vehicle model fitment – Every starting system has its specific technical requirements. At Global Parts, you will find starters perfectly matched to BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Mini, and others.
  • Technical condition – Used starters should be free from mechanical and electrical damage, and their components, such as brushes or gears, should be in good condition.
  • Starter type – Ensure that the selected starter is compatible with the engine type in your vehicle (petrol, diesel).

Selecting a starter by OEM number and related components

The OEM number represents the factory part designation, which allows you to compare compatibility without guessing based on appearance alone. When purchasing, it is also worth checking interchangeable numbers, fuel type, gearbox version, and the type of electrical connector. The starter works with car batteries, alternators and generators, and cables, wiring harnesses, and connectors, so in case of starting problems, it is good to evaluate the entire circuit, not just the component itself.

Examples of model compatibility

  • Renault Master 2.5 dCi starter – compatible with diesel units, equipped with stronger windings.
  • BMW E87 starter – available in various versions depending on the year and engine (e.g., 118d, 120i).
  • Golf 5 1.9 TDI starter – a popular model used in many Volkswagen and Skoda engine versions.
  • BMW E36 starter – a classic example of compatibility with 1.6–2.8 petrol engines.

Practical installation and diagnostic tips

The Bendix is a coupling assembly that extends the pinion to engage with the flywheel only during the starting phase. Its condition affects smooth operation and the absence of grinding noises when starting the engine. For parts such as a Mondeo Mk3 starter, it is worth comparing the position of the mounting bolts, the type of housing, and the terminal layout, and during diagnostics, also check the car electrical relays. When choosing an element like a Golf 5 starter, compatibility with the engine version and OEM number is important, whereas if you are looking for a component like a Renault Master starter, you must also verify interchangeable numbers and the mounting location.

Why choose used starters?

Starters from the secondary market are a practical solution that allows for savings while maintaining high quality. By choosing used starters, you gain:

  • Lower costs – Used starters are significantly cheaper than new ones but offer equally high quality.
  • Ecology – Recycling car parts supports environmental protection and reduces waste.
  • Wide selection – In our store, you will find starters for the most popular car brands.

Advantages of OEM compatibility

Thanks to OEM markings, starters can be matched not only to a specific model but also to the catalog part number. This means that the part may also be compatible with other versions from the same manufacturer with a similar engine, which facilitates selection and provides flexibility in purchasing. Additional tips regarding the comparison of quality, costs, and part compatibility can be found in the article Original, replacement, or used – which car parts are the most cost-effective?.

How to take care of starters?

To ensure starters work reliably for a long time, it is worth following a few rules:

  • Regularly check the battery condition, as insufficient voltage can strain the starter.
  • Avoid repeated attempts to start the engine in a short time – this can lead to starter overheating.
  • Monitor the condition of electrical cables and contacts in the starting system to ensure proper operation.
  • If replacement is necessary, at Global Parts you will find suitable used auto parts that will restore full functionality to your starting system.

FAQ

QuestionAnswer
What is the construction and purpose of car starters?Car starters are electrical starting system components mounted near the engine, most often in the gearbox area. A typical starter consists of an electric motor, a solenoid, a pinion, an overrunning clutch, and a housing with mounting points. Its task is to momentarily rotate the crankshaft until the engine starts.
What are car starters used for?Car starters are used to initiate the operation of an internal combustion engine by transmitting torque to the flywheel. Without an efficient starter, the engine cannot reach the speed required for mixture ignition or starting a diesel unit. This component works with the battery, electrical system, and charging system.
What is the construction and function of the starter solenoid?The starter solenoid is a control element that, upon receiving voltage, extends the pinion toward the flywheel ring gear and simultaneously engages the high-current circuit. It consists of a coil, a core, and working contacts that close the power supply to the starter motor. Its proper operation affects both mechanical engagement and the transmission of electrical energy to the drive.
How to choose a starter for a specific car version?It is safest to compare the OEM part number, interchangeable numbers, fuel type, and engine/gearbox version. It is also worth checking the position of the mounts, the type of connector, and the location on the vehicle. For cars with several equipment variants, verification by VIN is helpful.
What symptoms indicate starter wear?The most common symptoms are no reaction after turning the key, slow engine cranking, a single click of the solenoid, or grinding during startup. Unstable operation after warming up and excessive current draw can also indicate wear. However, similar symptoms can also be caused by a weak battery or damaged power cables.
How to maintain car starters after installation?After installation, it is worth regularly checking the condition of the battery, terminals, and ground cables, as voltage drops increase the load on the starter. Good practice is to avoid long, repeated cranking without a break and to react quickly to grinding or humming. Periodic inspection of the entire starting system extends the component's lifespan.

Summary: car starters at the Global Parts automotive store

Starters are indispensable elements of the starting system that ensure efficient and fast engine startup. In the Global Parts offer, you will find used components matched to many versions of cars from brands such as BMW, Audi, Mercedes, and others, taking into account data such as OEM number, fuel type, condition, or interchangeable numbers. This is a category for those who want to choose a part consciously and compare compatibility not only by model but also by technical details. We invite you to contact us – we are here to help you! For more information and interesting facts, we also invite you to visit our automotive blog.

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