Frequently Asked Question
Will the Marketplace or the parts buy out program better fit my needs?
Last Updated 11 months ago
Some key differences exist between the two programs. With Marketplace you'll have more responsibilities, but can also make more profit!
With marketplace, you will also have a store page on our site dedicated to the items that you have listed for sale.
| Part Buyout | Marketplace |
Getting Paid: | FRP typically pays 10% of list price up front when we receive the parts. | FRP charges a 15% commission on sales, meaning you keep 85% of the sale price when items are sold. |
Used & Refurbished: | FRP does NOT accept used and refurbished parts. | You CAN sell used and refurbished parts. |
Inventory: | FRP warehouses the parts | You warehouse the parts |
Shipping: | FRP ships the parts to the customer | You ship the parts to the customer |
Customer Service: | FRP deals with customer service issues | You deal with the customers. |
Returns: | FRP handles returns & refunds | You handle returns & refunds |
Pricing of the part | FRP sets the retail price of the part | You set the price of the parts. |