Sell-Side

We’ve been on your side of the table.

We know the buyers.

We know the process.

We know the pitfalls and challenges.

This level of experience translates into a smoother transaction and a better outcome for both buyer and seller.

Know the road.

  • SA has long-standing relationships with buyers that focus on all channels within the motor vehicle aftermarket.
  • SA engages with the right partner that matches our client’s specific goals.
  • Having done hundreds of transactions, our team understands what it takes to get a successful deal across the finish line.
  • SA understands the motor vehicle aftermarket and how to best position a client’s business to maximize valuation.
  • We do our homework to thoroughly understand your business and its financials.
  • We identify the buyers that match client goals.
  • We approach buyers strategically to promote the transaction benefits to each buyer.
  • We manage all aspects of the transaction to achieve the optimum results with the least disruption to the business.

With strong connections to strategic buyers and private equity investors, SA understands their preferences, delivers successful, actionable matches, and ultimately negotiates the best transaction for our clients.

What We’ve Done | Engagements

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Leading provider of Product Information Management (PIM) solutions to companies in the automotive aftermarket. Acquired by Epicor.

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Provider of alternative automotive replacement parts, including both remanufactured OEM and aftermarket lights and wheels. The company serves collision repair and tire service channels through a nationwide distribution network of 13 facilities. Acquired by BBB Industries, a portfolio company of Clearlake Capital.

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Largest independent auto recycler in North America with 17 locations in four states. Partnered with Highview Capital.

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E-commerce and collision parts distributor. Partnered with Kinderhook Industries’ Original 1 Parts platform.

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Traditional automotive warehouse, with 21 retail and wholesale locations in metro New York City. Acquired by Transtar Industries/NexaMotion Group.

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Iconic manufacturer of air conditioning systems for the classic vehicle market. Partnered with Mangrove Equity.

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Paint, body and equipment wholesale distributor with locations in Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, Connecticut, Texas, Florida, and California. Acquired by National Oak Distributors.

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Industry leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing across many original equipment manufacturer platforms including General Motors, Ford, and Jeep. Partnered with Kinderhook Industries.

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Manufacturer and distributor of the K100 line of gasoline and diesel fuel treatment additives. Acquired by
Husky Corp.

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Traditional retail and wholesale distributor, with locations in Washington state and Oregon. Acquired by Parts Authority

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Traditional auto parts distributor with eight stores in New Mexico and Southern Colorado. Acquired by Parts Authority.

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Traditional auto parts distributor located in Northern California. Acquired by Genuine Parts Co.

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Traditional auto parts distributor located in Eugene, OR. Acquired by Genuine Parts Co.

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Traditional auto parts distributor headquartered in Santa Fe Springs, CA, with nine distribution centers in Southern California and Las Vegas. Acquired by Parts Authority.

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All Products Automotive

Traditional auto parts distributor headquartered in Chicago, IL. Acquired by NPW Companies.

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Traditional auto parts distributor, with nine locations in Vermont, New Hampshire and New York. Acquired by Fisher Auto Parts.

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Major traditional auto parts distributor with locations throughout Southern California. Acquired by Factory Motor Parts.

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Gipe Auto Parts

Traditional auto parts distributor with six locations in Kentucky and Indiana. Acquired by XL Parts.

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A traditional auto parts distributor, with 32 locations throughout California and the Pacific Northwest. Acquired by Parts Authority.

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Traditional auto parts distributor, with six locations in Northern Virginia. Acquired by Genuine Parts Co.

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Pacific
Auto Parts

Traditional auto parts distributor. Acquired by Genuine Parts Co.

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Aftermarket Telematics Technologies

Web-based automotive telematics software and services for the automotive aftermarket.
Acquired by Innova.

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Traditional auto parts distributor. Acquired by Genuine Parts Co.

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Autobody Jobbers Warehouse

Wholesale distributor of automotive paint and body supplies, with customers located throughout the Northeast. Acquired by Automotive Systems Warehouse.

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Poppe Automotive Warehouse

Traditional auto parts distributor with six locations in Texas. Acquired by XL Parts.