Finding Parts: Classifieds Guide
Master the Used Parts Market in My Winter Car
EconomyHigh RiskIntermediateLast updated: 2025-12-31
500mk
Fixed price
Mon & Fri
Publication schedule
2 days
In-game time
Intermediate
Economy/Navigation
Finding Rare Parts: Complete Walkthrough
Overview
Navigate the scarcity economy of Alivieska with our comprehensive guide to finding parts. Learn how to use the Kansalaisen Marketti classifieds, master analog telephony protocols, discover junkyard scavenging locations, and optimize your procurement strategy. Build your Rivett without breaking the bank.
Required Skills
- •Map reading and navigation
- •Analog phone operation
- •Economic risk assessment
- •Winter survival logistics
- •Vehicle towing physics
You'll Learn
- •Complete chassis acquisition process
- •How to read and use classified ads
- •Phone negotiation protocols
- •Junkyard scavenging locations
- •Part rarity and pricing tables
- •Risk assessment for used parts
Chassis Acquisition Process
1
Step 1
Find the Lead
Go to PSK Gas Station bulletin board and locate the project car ad
2
Step 2
Make the Call
Dial 08 609 553 - WAIT for seller to finish talking
Tasks:
- Use apartment phone or public phone
- Manual dialing required
⚠️ Warnings:
- • NEVER hang up early - script will fail
3
Step 3
Locate the Chassis
Red pin appears on apartment map - seller at Firewood Delivery Job House
Tasks:
- Memorize route from map
- No GPS in 1990s setting
- Consider ice roads across Lake Peräjärvi
4
Step 4
Complete Transaction
Pay 500 mk - bare frame + 10-12 random loose parts included
5
Step 5
Tow Home
Attach tow rope from Sorbet to Rivett - manage physics and loose parts
Tasks:
- Ensure Sorbet is fueled
- Load loose parts into Sorbet
- Watch for jackknifing
⚠️ Warnings:
- • Ice road towing is dangerous
- • Do not overload the Sorbet
Transport Logistics
Vehicle Requirements
- •Sorbet (starter car)
- •Required from Sorbet or garage
Challenges
- •Ice road towing physics
- •Loose parts management
- •Jackknife risk
Complete Parts Rarity & Pricing Guide
| Category | Component | Rarity | Source | Cost (mk) | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis | Corris Rivett Frame | Unique | Phone Lead (08 609 553) | 500 | Fixed (Skeleton) |
| Engine | Engine Block | High | Classifieds / Amis | 1000 - 2500 | Critical |
| Engine | Cylinder Head | High | Classifieds / Fleetari | 800 - 1500 | Critical |
| Engine | Crankshaft | Medium | Classifieds / Fleetari | 400 - 800 | High |
| Engine | Pistons (Set) | Medium | Fleetari (Recommended) | 300 - 600 | High |
| Ancillary | Alternator | Low | Classifieds | 150 - 300 | Medium |
| Ancillary | Starter Motor | Low | Classifieds | 150 - 300 | Medium |
| Ancillary | Water Pump | Low | Classifieds | 100 - 200 | High |
| Induction | Carburetor (Stock) | Medium | Classifieds | 250 - 400 | Medium |
| Induction | Racing Carburetor | Rare | Fleetari / Rare Ad | 1500+ | Low (Performance) |
| Drivetrain | Gearbox (4-Speed) | High | Classifieds | 600 - 1200 | High |
| Drivetrain | Rear Axle (Diff) | Medium | Classifieds | 400 - 800 | High |
| Cooling | Radiator | Medium | Amis / Classifieds | 300 - 500 | High (Leaks) |
| Suspension | Shock Absorbers | Medium | Amis / Classifieds | 200 (pair) | Medium |
| Interior | GT Steering Wheel | Rare | Classifieds | 300+ | Cosmetic |
| Interior | Bucket Seats | Rare | Classifieds | 400+ | Cosmetic |
| Body | Fender/Door | Low | Classifieds / Scavenge | 50 - 150 | Cosmetic/Rust |
Risk Levels: Critical = Failure requires major work | High = Significant repair needed | Medium = Moderate fix | Low = Easy swap or cosmetic
Systematic Procurement Strategy
Powertrain
First 2 weeks - engine components only
- Block/Head: Most expensive/heavy - buying used saves money but risks cracks/warping
- Internals: Buy new from Fleetari if economy allows - used pistons cause cold start issues
- Strategy: Don't buy body panels until engine runs
Electrical
- Battery: NEVER buy used - dies in -20°C - buy new from PSK
- Alternator: Used from classifieds is viable - easy roadside fix if it fails
- Wiring: Usually stock items or buy as loom
Body/Interior
- Scavenging: Body panels excellent for junkyard finds
- Restoration: Scavenged panels can be installed immediately or painted later
- GT Hunt: Classifieds only source for rare trim - check Mon/Fri for keywords: Spoiler, Sport Steering Wheel, RPM Gauge
Risk Assessment Matrix
Critical Risk
- ⚠Engine Block - cracked cylinder wall requires full rebuild
- ⚠Cylinder Head - warping causes coolant leaks and overheating
- ⚠Pistons - low compression makes cold starts impossible
- ⚠Water Pump - can seize suddenly, causing overheating
Medium Risk
- •Alternator - charging light on dash, roadside fixable
- •Starter Motor - usually reliable, 10-minute swap
- •Carburetor - condition check possible before purchase
- •Shock Absorbers - test bounce before buying
Low Risk
- ✓Body Panels - cosmetic only, can be scavenged
- ✓GT Trim - purely aesthetic, no functional impact
- ✓Bucket Seats - comfort upgrade, not essential
Critical Warnings
- ⚠NEVER hang up during phone calls - wait for the other person to disconnect
- ⚠Don't buy used batteries - they'll die in winter temperatures
- ⚠Don't purchase body panels until your engine runs - priority management is critical
- ⚠Overloading the Sorbet with heavy parts affects handling on ice
- ⚠Scavenging without winter clothing = freeze to death
Pro Tips
- ✓Check the Monday/Friday paper without fail - missing publications wastes time
- ✓Prioritize engine block, head, and crankshaft first - ignore everything else
- ✓Used alternators and starters are safe bets - easy to replace if they fail
- ✓Learn to read classified ads for keywords: 'GT', 'Sport', 'Racing'
- ✓Keep a tow rope in your Sorbet at all times - needed for chassis transport
- ✓Junkyard scavenging yields better body panels than classifieds
- ✓The 'mystery box' mechanic means every used part purchase is a gamble
- ✓Lake Peräjärvi ice roads save fuel but carry stranded-vehicle risk