Are you a proud owner of a Yugo despite it being a butt of jokes? Then so be it. After all, the brand did offer several benefits to car owners such as affordable Yugo parts. The company may have stopped its car production but fans of this quirky yet charming ride continue to drive the demand for Yugo car parts. As a matter of fact, this car has been featured in several movies including "The Nutty Professor," "Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist," and "Die Hard 3."

Yugo was the brainchild of the Zastava Corporation, a company based in Serbia. The subcompact car's design was based on the Fiat 127, and featured a simple bodyline. Having a plain exterior wasn't a problem because the brand's focus was on low-cost Yugo parts that were easy to maintain. The idea behind the Yugo when it was introduced to the US market through Malcolm Bricklin was to provide buyers with a budget-friendly car. Marketing campaigns emphasized the affordability of the car and its Yugo car parts, and a sort of media frenzy helped hyped the brand. So during the fall of 1985, US buyers flocked to auto shops and dealers that sold Yugo cars. Unfortunately, many have criticized the brand, especially its flimsy Yugo auto parts that affect the car's overall performance. But as a Yugo owner, you probably disagree with this common opinion. As a matter of fact, fans of this car brand have defended it by saying that its reputation suffered because of car owners who considered affordable cars as disposable vehicles. As a result, they neglected basic maintenance routines.

Despite negative reviews, Yugo cars continued to attract the attention of hobbyists and owners looking for no-nonsense vehicles that will "get them from point A to point B." That's why there is still a demand for Yugo parts and accessories. And because this car underwent several upgrades over the years, Yugo auto parts for various models and versions are also widely available from top retailers and sellers. The last Yugo car may have rolled off the manufacturing facilities in 2008, but the brand's impact in the automotive industry can be seen in owners who continue to maintain and use their Yugos.