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Hi everyone,
I’m working on a personal project related to VAG spare parts and compatibility, and I’ve realized that relying on old ETKA versions is not really a viable solution anymore (incomplete data, dead links, outdated info, etc.).
What I’m actually looking for is structured data:
a parts database or data source where it’s possible to work with brands, models, versions, engines, years and parts compatibility (VIN-based data would be ideal, even if partial).
I’m not looking to use ETKA as workshop software, but to understand what data sources are being used nowadays:
7zap, Catcar, Partslink, aftermarket datasets, data providers, APIs, or similar solutions.
If anyone has experience working with parts datasets (CSV, SQL, API access, etc.) or knows realistic alternatives today, I’d really appreciate any guidance or personal experience.
Thanks in advance.
I’m working on a personal project related to VAG spare parts and compatibility, and I’ve realized that relying on old ETKA versions is not really a viable solution anymore (incomplete data, dead links, outdated info, etc.).
What I’m actually looking for is structured data:
a parts database or data source where it’s possible to work with brands, models, versions, engines, years and parts compatibility (VIN-based data would be ideal, even if partial).
I’m not looking to use ETKA as workshop software, but to understand what data sources are being used nowadays:
7zap, Catcar, Partslink, aftermarket datasets, data providers, APIs, or similar solutions.
If anyone has experience working with parts datasets (CSV, SQL, API access, etc.) or knows realistic alternatives today, I’d really appreciate any guidance or personal experience.
Thanks in advance.