Premium European cars can get great advice at Pelican Parts, which has grown into a one-stop shop for Genuine, OE and aftermarket parts, DIY guidance and community.

"Pelican Parts has been my go-to for finding parts," said Durig, the owner of a 1987 300D, a 2005 VW Jetta and a 1966 Mercedes W110 with a W115 "220D" drivetrain swapped in.