Compbrake Motorsport

What Compbrake Motorsport does

Compbrake Motorsport Limited is a privately held UK manufacturer and e-commerce retailer of bespoke braking systems and performance components for the motorsport and high-performance road-car aftermarket, headquartered in Billinge, Wigan. The company designs products using in-house CAD software and manufactures in the UK, offering over 5,000 SKUs across 70+ product categories covering brake kits, calipers, vented and 2-piece floating discs, brake pads and fluids, pedal boxes, handbrakes, suspension, steering, engine cooling, fuel systems, clutches, and specialist body panels (notably for Ford Escort Mk1/2 and Morgan vehicles). Proprietary ranges include the PRO-RACE caliper series (2- to 6-pot) and floating brake disc technology with up to 40% weight reduction versus OEM and rated for vehicles exceeding 500BHP and 1,000°C operating temperatures. Core proprietary offerings include the custom Pedal Box Builder tool that allows buyers to configure bespoke hydraulic pedal boxes online.

The company operates a direct-to-consumer model primarily through its compbrake.com WooCommerce storefront, supplemented by an eBay marketplace storefront (29,402 reviews at 5.0 stars) and DHL-powered worldwide shipping. Pricing is unit-based, ranging from ~£2.75 for small fittings to £1,000–£1,350 for complete brake kit bundles, with 0% finance offered via Klarna, free UK delivery on all brake kits, and dedicated sales and technical support lines. Customer segments are individual motorsport enthusiasts and racing teams, performance road-car owners (including heritage and restoration applications), and specialist trade workshops. The company is independently owned by Klint Turner with 11-50 employees, 30+ years of operating history, no disclosed institutional funding, and no M&A activity.

Name

Compbrake Motorsport

Legal name

Compbrake Motorsport Limited

Website

https://compbrake.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Compbrake Motorsport is a UK-based, independent manufacturer and direct-to-consumer retailer of bespoke braking systems, calipers, discs, pedal boxes, and related performance components for motorsport teams and high-performance road-car enthusiasts, selling 5,000+ SKUs globally via its e-commerce site and eBay.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Performance Automotive Braking Systems

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Brake System Manufacturing (33634), Motor Vehicle Steering and Suspension Components (except Spring) Manufacturing (33633), Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers (44133)

SIC

Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714)

akta.pro primary industry

Hydraulic Brake Systems (Master Cylinders/Calipers/Lines/Boosters) (IMACAIAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Brake Friction & Rotors (Pads/Shoes/Discs/Drums) (IMACAIAE), Steering Systems & Components (Columns/Racks/EPS Pumps & Motors) (IMACAIAB), Powersports Chassis, Suspension, Steering & Braking Systems Manufacturing (IMACAEAK)

Keywords

• Performance brake systems
• Motorsport brake components
• Big brake kits
• Race calipers
• Performance suspension parts

Headquarters

HQ city

Wigan

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Direct E-commerce Sales: Primary revenue stream through compbrake.com website where customers purchase individual parts and complete brake kits directly. Products include brake calipers, discs, pads, suspension components, engine parts, and custom-built pedal boxes.
2. Product Bundles: Pre-configured race-ready kits combining complementary parts (brake kits with calipers, rotors, brackets, hoses, and pads) at discounted bundle prices to drive higher average order value.
3. Custom Build Services: Bespoke product creation through their Pedal Box Builder tool, allowing customers to specify custom configurations for unique applications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Compbrake Motorsport manufactures and sells bespoke performance braking systems and motorsport components direct to consumers worldwide, including complete big brake kits, Pro Race calipers, vented and 2-piece floating brake discs, brake pads, hydraulic pedal boxes, handbrakes, and a broad range of supporting engine, drivetrain, suspension, fuel system, exhaust, and body panel components. Products are designed in-house using CAD software and manufactured in the UK, with over 5,000 SKUs available through their own e-commerce site and an eBay storefront.

Product overview

Compbrake Motorsport is a UK-based manufacturer and supplier of bespoke performance braking systems and motorsport components. The company offers over 5,000 custom performance parts across multiple product categories, with core focus on complete brake kits featuring proprietary Pro Race calipers (2-pot to 6-pot configurations), 2-piece floating vented brake discs with aluminium top hat bells, and custom pedal box assemblies. The product portfolio extends to suspension and steering components (track control arms, compression struts, top mounts), engine and drivetrain parts (cooling systems, engine mounts, clutches, fuel tanks, swirl pots), interior controls (handbrakes, quick shifts, seat brackets), and specialist body panels primarily for Ford Escort Mk1/2 vehicles. The company provides a custom Pedal Box Builder tool for configuring bespoke hydraulic pedal box assemblies. Products are designed using in-house CAD software and manufactured in the UK, targeting motorsport enthusiasts and professional race teams. The company distributes globally with free UK delivery on orders over £900 and offers 0% finance options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Big Brake Kits Complete front or full-vehicle brake upgrade kits combining Pro Race calipers, vented or 2-piece floating discs, billet aluminium brackets, bells, brake pads, and braided hoses, sold direct to motorsport and performance car owners.
• Pro Race Brake Calipers High-performance hard-anodised race calipers in 2-pot to 6-pot configurations across the Pro Race series, sold with billet aluminium brackets for performance and motorsport applications.
• Vented Brake Discs and 2-Piece Floating Disc Conversions Vented brake rotors sold as single-piece or 2-piece floating designs with directional curved vanes for heat dissipation, aluminium top hat bells, and finish options including waved, grooved, drilled and J-hooked.
• Performance Brake Pads Track, fast road, and race compound brake pads (including Hawk Performance and Mintex M1144/M1155) for performance road and motorsport use.
• Brake Fluid High-performance brake fluids (e.g. ATE Typ200 Super Racing with 536°F dry boiling point) for motorsport and fast-road use.
• Performance Handbrakes Cable-operated and hydraulic handbrake systems for motorsport applications, sold as complete kits with calipers or as standalone mechanisms.
• Hydraulic Pedal Boxes Floor- and swing-mounted hydraulic pedal box assemblies with adjustable brake bias via balance bar, various pedal configurations, and master cylinder integration.
• Pedal Box Builder Online configuration tool that lets customers design and order bespoke hydraulic pedal boxes via step-by-step kit selection, pedal type, brake bias adjustment, and colour customisation.
• Master Cylinders Master cylinder units and step-down union accessories for brake pipe sizing, compatible with leading brands of master cylinders.
• Bias Valves and Line Locks Brake bias adjustment valves and line lock systems for controlling brake pressure distribution between front and rear circuits in motorsport applications.
• Performance Clutches Performance clutch kits including paddle performance clutches and HD organic performance clutches, with custom configurations for various vehicle applications.
• Suspension Components Complete suspension upgrade solutions including adjustable track control arms, compression struts, top mounts, wishbones, and spring kits, with adjustable in-situ castor adjustment designs.
• Steering Arms and Clamps Steering modification components including track rod ends, tie arms, and steering clamps for motorsport applications.
• Engine Cooling Components Cooling system components including slimline cooling fans, radiators, and cooling fan accessories for performance and motorsport applications.
• Engine Mounts Performance engine mounting solutions designed to reduce engine movement and improve drivetrain rigidity.
• Fuel Tanks Aluminium baffled fuel tanks and header/catch tanks for motorsport applications, including direct OEM replacement options and bespoke race fuel cells.
• Swirl Pots Fuel swirl pot systems for maintaining fuel supply during high-performance driving with rapid direction changes.
• Revive Turbo Cleaner Water-based, biodegradable engine and turbo cleaning fluid using aviation technology, available in petrol and diesel formulations for removing carbon deposits from variable vane turbos.
• Exhaust Pipes and Systems Performance exhaust piping and complete exhaust systems for motorsport applications.
• Ford Escort Mk1/2 Body Panels Specialist body panels for Ford Escort Mk1 and Mk2 including fibreglass bonnets, carbon fibre components, aramid wings, and composite bumpers.
• Quick Shifts Short shifters and gear lever modifications for faster gear changes, with adjustable configurations for various vehicle applications.
• Wheel Spacers Aluminium wheel spacer kits for adjusting track width and wheel fitment.
• Seat Brackets Race seat mounting brackets and hardware for secure cockpit installation.
• Car Fire Extinguishers Car fire extinguishers for motorsport safety compliance.
• Product Bundles Pre-configured race-ready kit bundles combining complementary parts (e.g. brake kits with calipers, rotors, brackets, hoses, and pads) at discounted bundle prices to drive higher average order value.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 40% lighter than original manufacturer designs (brake discs)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Movit: German manufacturer of high-performance brake systems for premium and motorsport applications. Similar bespoke manufacturing and motorsport heritage but primarily serves the German and broader European market.

Direct peers

• Wilwood Engineering: US-based manufacturer of high-performance brake kits, calipers, rotors, and pedal assemblies for motorsport and street performance. Similar direct-to-consumer e-commerce model and product breadth in brake and clutch systems.
• Tarox: Italian specialist in performance brake discs, pads, and calipers with strong motorsport heritage. Competes with Compbrake on disc technology (drilled, grooved, J-hooked) and European race-team customers.
• Alcon Components: UK manufacturer of motorsport-grade brake calipers, discs, and pedal boxes used in F1, WRC, and high-performance road applications. Closely comparable bespoke engineering, motorsport heritage, and SKU mix.
• AP Racing: Coventry-based manufacturer of high-performance brake and clutch systems for motorsport and premium road cars. Directly comparable product portfolio (calipers, discs, master cylinders, pedal boxes) and customer base of race teams and enthusiasts.

Broad incumbents

• Stoptech: US-based performance brake brand (Brembo group) offering big brake kits, calipers, and pads for sports and track cars. Comparable road-and-track positioning with stronger dealer and installer networks.
• Brembo: Global incumbent in high-performance braking systems with deep OEM relationships and broad motorsport coverage. Competes with Compbrake in the performance/aftermarket segment but at vastly greater scale and with a wider product portfolio.
• EBC Brakes: Large aftermarket brake specialist offering pads, discs, and complete kits across a wide range of vehicles. Overlaps with Compbrake's catalogue breadth but EBC operates at much larger scale and broader price points.

Emerging players

• K-Sport: Performance brake kit manufacturer offering calipers, discs, and big brake conversions across many vehicle platforms. Comparable DTC e-commerce positioning in the enthusiast aftermarket.
• Powerbrake: South African specialist in 4x4 and motorsport big brake kits and calipers. Comparable niche-manufacturer profile serving enthusiast and racing customers with bespoke brake conversions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/compbrakemotors
• Facebookfacebook.com/compbrakemotorsport
• LinkedInuk.linkedin.com/company/compbrake-motorsport
• Instagraminstagram.com/compbrake

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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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