How PoDi works
One request. Seven steps. Multiple offers.
PoDi is not a store. PoDi is a platform that connects car owners with auto parts suppliers across the region. Buyers send a request for free; suppliers pay for access.
- No registration
- No purchase obligation
- Direct contact with supplier
- 01 · steps to a deal
- 7
- 02 · typical response
- 24-48h
- 03 · markets in region
- 6
PoDi · intro
PoDi in short
PoDi connects you with suppliers who have the part you need. Payment, delivery, and all terms are arranged directly with the chosen supplier. We provide the space for the request, the offers, and the comparison — you choose who you deal with.
PoDi · the difference
What PoDi isn't, and what it is
Most confusion about PoDi comes from assuming it is a webshop. It isn't. Here's the difference, straight up.
- 01
A parts store
We don't hold inventory. No catalog, no prices, no shopping cart. We are not the seller.
- 02
A payment intermediary
Money, delivery, and warranty are arranged directly with the supplier. PoDi neither receives nor forwards payments.
- 03
Charging buyers
Buyers never pay PoDi. Submitting a request, reviewing offers, and contacting a supplier are all free.
- 04
A classic classifieds board
You don't post an ad. The direction is reversed: you send a request, and the suppliers who have the part respond to you.
- 01
A connector for owners and suppliers
A place where car owners describe what they need, and relevant suppliers send concrete offers.
- 02
A filter for relevant offers
You only see suppliers who actually have the part for your model, not hundreds of unrelated listings from other platforms.
- 03
A space for comparison
Price, part condition, delivery time, warranty, supplier ratings — all in one place, side by side.
- 04
A regional network
Six markets in a single request. You don't have to call salvage yards across neighboring countries to find a part for an older vehicle.
Process · 7 steps
For buyers, in seven steps
The clearer the description, the faster suppliers can send serious offers. Seven simple steps from request to deal.
- 01step / 0101 of 07
Describe the vehicle
Make, model, year of production, and engine (for example 1.9 TDI, 2.0 petrol).
- 02step / 0202 of 07
Describe the part
What you need and, if possible, add a photo of the old part or the damage.
- 03step / 0303 of 07
VIN if you have it
The VIN is optional, but it helps the supplier identify exactly which part fits your vehicle.
- 04step / 0404 of 07
Submit the request
Submitting a request is free for buyers. No registration and no obligation to buy.
- 05step / 0505 of 07
Receive offers
Suppliers who have the part respond to you. You see the price, condition, availability, and message.
- 06step / 0606 of 07
Compare offers
Price, part condition, delivery time, warranty if offered. All in one place.
- 07step / 0707 of 07
Choose a supplier
Pick the offer that fits and finalize the deal directly with the supplier.
Timeline · after submitting
What happens after you send a request
A typical cycle takes from a few hours to a few days, depending on how rare the part is. You get a tracking number by email immediately.
- 0 min01 / 04
Request is live
Your request reaches suppliers in the chosen region and neighboring markets right away. You receive a unique tracking number by email.
- 1–24 h02 / 04
First offers
Suppliers who already have the part in stock respond first. Typically 2 to 5 offers in the first 24 hours for common parts.
- 24–48 h03 / 04
Additional offers
Rare parts and more specific vehicles take longer. Suppliers who need to check inventory respond on the second day.
- 7 days04 / 04
Request closes
If no offers come in after 7 days, the request closes. You can send a new one with a clearer description or better photos.
Checklist · before sending
What to have ready
With all of this on hand, suppliers can send a concrete offer right away.
- 01
vehicle make
- 02
model
- 03
year
- 04
engine
- 05
VIN if available
- 06
photo of the part
- 07
part description
FAQ · before sending
Quick questions before submitting a request
The things people ask most often before sending their first request.
- Q / 0101 of 06
Is it really free?
Yes. Buyers pay nothing — not for submitting a request, not for viewing offers, not for contacting a supplier. Our model is that suppliers pay for access to requests.
- Q / 0202 of 06
What if I don't know the VIN?
The VIN is optional. Make, model, year, and engine are enough. The VIN just helps the supplier be more certain that it is exactly the right part for your vehicle.
- Q / 0303 of 06
Who sells me the part?
The supplier whose offer you accept sells you the part. PoDi is not a party to the purchase — we connect you with the supplier, the rest is between the two of you.
- Q / 0404 of 06
Can I get a part from another country?
Yes. All member markets (HR, SI, BA, RS, ME, MK) see the request if it matches their specialty. Parts for older vehicles are often easier to find in a neighboring country.
- Q / 0505 of 06
Who sees my phone and email?
Only suppliers who send you an offer. Your contact details are not public and are not shown to other suppliers on the request profile.
- Q / 0606 of 06
What if I like none of the offers?
You don't have to accept anything. Submit another request with more detail or better photos, or simply walk away — no obligation, no cost.
Profile · supplier
For suppliers and salvage yards
Suppliers, salvage yards, and specialized sellers pay for access to requests. More relevant leads, less scattered messaging across classifieds.
Subscription or pay-per-access plans
01Requests filtered by make, model, and region
02Reply from mobile or desktop
03Region · 6 markets
Markets we cover
PoDi covers six markets across the region. Your supplier can be from your country or a neighboring one.
More sources for the same part
A better chance of finding a part that is no longer easy to get in your country.
Useful for older vehicles
The region has a real supply of used parts for older models that are scarce elsewhere.
No hidden shop
PoDi is not a store. We show the offers and connect you with the supplier — the rest is your decision.
- R-001CroatiaHR
- R-002SloveniaSI
- R-003Bosnia and HerzegovinaBA
- R-004SerbiaRS
- R-005MontenegroME
- R-006North MacedoniaMK
