Buy Auto Parts

What Buy Auto Parts does

Buy Auto Parts (BuyAutoParts.com) is a US-based, privately held e-commerce distributor of replacement and performance automotive parts, founded in October 1989 and headquartered in San Diego, California. The company sells OEM-quality and aftermarket components — spanning air conditioning systems (compressors, condensers, evaporators, accumulators/driers, blower motors and complete kits), turbochargers and superchargers, steering (rack & pinion, power steering pumps, gear boxes), suspension (shock absorbers, struts, air springs), driveline parts (drive axles, driveshafts), and a broader performance/accessories category (brake caliper covers, LED headlights, performance exhaust, tonneau covers, wiper blades, floor mats) — covering model years 1940 through 2026 across domestic and import vehicles.

The platform is anchored by a proprietary Guaranteed Exact Fit system built on over 1,000,000 reviewed vehicle fitments, accessed through a Year/Make/Model/Engine vehicle selector on the website. Buy Auto Parts distributes both own-brand lines (BuyAutoParts, Duralo) and third-party manufacturer brands including Bilstein, MagnaFlow, Stigan, Arnott, BorgWarner, Garrett, KYB, Cardone, Sanden, Holset, Sachs, ARC Lighting, Intro-Tech Automotive, MGP, Pop & Lock, and Scrubblade. Multi-warehouse distribution across the country supports free shipping on orders over $99 and next-day shipping promotions, with a dedicated returns facility in Hebron, Kentucky.

The business operates a direct-to-consumer model augmented by a DIFM (Do-It-For-Me) use case where customers purchase parts online and bring them to mechanics for installation. A separate BAP Professional program targets mechanics and auto shops with 10% off purchases and flat $25 next-day shipping. Pricing is transactional and per-unit, with parts ranging from approximately $33 (AC Accumulator/Drier) to over $1,900 (turbochargers), complemented by a 1-year unlimited mileage warranty covering parts and shipping, 60-day returns, and no restocking fees. Marketing is multi-channel across an educational blog (764 posts), email, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and an affiliate program. The company reports a 4.9/5 rating from over 400,000 customer reviews and BBB accreditation.

Name

Buy Auto Parts

Legal name

Buy Auto Parts

Website

https://buyautoparts.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Buy Auto Parts (BuyAutoParts.com) is a US e-commerce distributor founded in 1989 in San Diego, selling OEM and aftermarket replacement automotive parts — including A/C, turbocharger, steering, suspension, and driveline components — to DIY vehicle owners and professional mechanics via a 1M+ fitment-backed exact-fit guarantee.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Parts Retail

NAICS

Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers (44133), Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers (441330)

SIC

Retail-Auto & Home Supply Stores (5531), Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013)

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive Parts & Accessories Online Retailers (CRAFADAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Automotive Parts, Tires & Workshop Supplies Marketplaces (CRAFAHAD), Automotive Parts, Tools & Accessories Marketplaces (CRAFABAJ)

Keywords

• Auto parts retail
• Aftermarket auto parts
• OEM replacement parts
• Vehicle fitment matching
• Automotive e-commerce

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Auto Parts Sales: One-time transactional sales of automotive parts including AC compressors, turbochargers, steering components, suspension parts, and driveline parts. Products sold include both OEM quality replacements and aftermarket parts at wholesale prices.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Buy Auto Parts operates an e-commerce platform at BuyAutoParts.com that sells OEM-quality and aftermarket replacement automotive parts for domestic and import vehicles spanning model years 1940-2026. The catalog spans air conditioning components, turbochargers and forced induction, steering, suspension, driveline parts, and performance/accessory products. Customers select parts using a Year/Make/Model/Engine vehicle fitment tool backed by over 1,000,000 reviewed fitments, and the company supports DIY buyers, DIFM (Do-It-For-Me) customers, and a BuyAutoParts Professional program for mechanics and auto shops.

Product overview

Buy Auto Parts operates an e-commerce platform offering a comprehensive catalog of automotive parts and accessories for domestic and import vehicles spanning model years 1940-2026. The product portfolio centers on critical under-hood and drivetrain components organized into two main categories: (1) Core mechanical parts including A/C systems (compressors, condensers, evaporators, accumulators/driers, blower motors, and complete repair kits), powertrain components (turbochargers, superchargers, intercoolers, driveshafts, drive axles), steering systems (rack & pinion, power steering pumps and gear boxes), and suspension components (shock absorbers, struts, coil springs, air springs); and (2) Performance and accessory products (brake caliper covers, floor mats, LED headlights, window shades, wiper blades, tonneau covers, performance exhaust systems). The company distributes parts from owned brands (BuyAutoParts, Duralo) alongside third-party manufacturers including Bilstein, MagnaFlow, Stigan, Arnott, BorgWarner, Garrett, KYB, Cardone, Sanden, Holset, Sachs, MGP Caliper Covers, and ARC Lighting. All parts include fitment guarantees backed by over 1,000,000 reviewed vehicle applications, with warranties ranging from 1-2 years unlimited mileage.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• A/C Compressor
• A/C Compressor and Components Kit
• A/C Condenser
• A/C Accumulator/Drier
• A/C Evaporator
• Blower Motor
• Turbocharger
• Turbocharger and Installation Accessory Kit
• Rack & Pinion
• Power Steering Gear Box
• Power Steering Pump
• Shock Absorber
• Strut
• Shock & Strut Set
• Drive Axle
• Driveshaft
• Brake Caliper Cover
• Floor Mat
• LED Headlight Conversion Bulb
• Window Shade
• Wiper Blade
• Tonneau Cover
• Performance Exhaust

Quantifiable outcome

• 4.9/5 customer rating by over 400,000 customers
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• BilsteinminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBilstein suspension parts (shock absorbers, struts) sold through BuyAutoParts.com as part of their product inventory
• MagnaFlow Exhaust ProductsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMagnaFlow performance exhaust products available for purchase on BuyAutoParts.com
• StiganminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStigan turbochargers sold through BuyAutoParts.com, including turbocharger kits and installation accessories
• Arnott IndustriesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorArnott air suspension products available for sale on BuyAutoParts.com
• BorgWarnerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBorgWarner turbochargers in stock at BuyAutoParts.com
• GarrettminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGarrett turbochargers available through BuyAutoParts.com
• KYBminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKYB (Kayaba) shock absorbers and struts sold on the platform
• CardoneminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCardone remanufactured parts available for purchase
• SandenminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSanden compressors and AC parts sold through BuyAutoParts.com
• HolsetminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHolset turbochargers available on the platform
• SachsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSachs suspension and shock absorber parts available
• ARC LightingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorARC LED headlight conversion bulbs sold through BuyAutoParts.com
• Intro-Tech AutomotiveminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIntro-Tech automotive accessories including floor mats and window shades available
• MGP Caliper CoversminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMGP brake caliper covers sold on the platform
• Pop & LockminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPop & Lock truck bed accessories available for purchase
• ScrubblademinorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorScrubblade wiper blades available on BuyAutoParts.com

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• RockAuto: Online-only aftermarket auto parts retailer operating an inventory-led catalog with a vehicle fitment selector; the closest direct comparable to BuyAutoParts.com in terms of go-to-market, SKU breadth, and DIY/DIFM customer base.
• CarParts.com: DTC e-commerce auto parts retailer selling collision, mechanical, and accessory parts with vehicle fitment search; a near-twin in channel model targeting DIY consumers with broad catalog coverage.
• PartsGeek: Online aftermarket auto parts retailer offering OEM and replacement parts across multiple vehicle categories; comparable in catalog depth, fitment-driven UX, and consumer-direct distribution.
• 1A Auto: Online retailer of aftermarket auto parts with vehicle-fitment search and instructional video content; competes on the same DIY mechanic segment served by BuyAutoParts with similar content-led marketing.

Broad incumbents

• AutoZone: National brick-and-mortar and online aftermarket parts retailer with extensive catalog and in-store pickup; competes across DIY and DIFM while also serving as a larger, multi-channel incumbent with broader capabilities.
• Advance Auto Parts: Multichannel aftermarket auto parts retailer operating stores plus e-commerce; overlaps with BuyAutoParts in DIY and professional customer segments and competes on price/availability.
• O'Reilly Auto Parts: Large US auto parts retailer combining physical stores and e-commerce with strong professional/garage customer base; comparable target segments and parts catalog breadth, with scale advantages.
• NAPA Auto Parts: Wholesale and retail auto parts distributor with a strong professional installer channel; comparable on parts category coverage and B2B/DIFM mechanics segment.

Others

• Garrett Advancing Motion: OEM and aftermarket turbocharger manufacturer whose turbo products are sold through BuyAutoParts; a key supplier partner and adjacent ecosystem participant rather than direct competitor.
• BorgWarner: Global automotive powertrain supplier (including turbochargers) whose products are distributed via BuyAutoParts; comparable supply-side relationship rather than channel-competitor overlap.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/buyautoparts
• YouTubeyoutube.com/BuyAutoPartsTV
• Facebookfacebook.com/buyautopartsdotcom
• Instagraminstagram.com/buyautoparts
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/buy-auto-parts

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors3 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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