What RECAMBIOS CENTRO does

Recambios Centro is a family-owned automotive parts and accessories distributor headquartered in Inca, Mallorca, operating seven brick-and-mortar retail locations across Mallorca (Palma-Es Fortí, Palma-Polígono Son Castelló, Palma-Nicolás de Pacs, Inca, Manacor, Pollensa) and Ibiza (Polígono Montecristo). Founded in 1978 by Antonio Perelló Guardiola and now managed by his sons Miguel and Jaime Perelló, the company stocks over 65,000 product references covering parts, accessories, batteries, tires, lubricants, filters, brakes, electrical components, bodywork, GLASURIT paints, and workshop machinery across more than 6,000 m² of facilities. It serves two distinct customer segments: automotive workshops (talleres) as the primary buyer, supported by dedicated telephone lines and a delivery service operating up to five times per day, and individual vehicle owners (particulares) purchasing through retail visits or contact forms.

The business model is straightforward retail distribution of multi-brand automotive parts, with no disclosed subscription or recurring-revenue element; pricing is quote-based and not publicly listed. The company generates revenue through in-store and phone sales, with distribution partnerships with over 50 international brands serving as the principal commercial backbone — including Valeo, Brembo, Mahle, Sachs, Continental, Kärcher, and Texaco. Go-to-market is an enterprise field-sales motion targeting workshops (multiple daily deliveries, dedicated helplines) combined with consumer retail traffic at the seven locations. The website, available in nine languages, acts primarily as a brand and contact layer rather than a transactional e-commerce platform. No public API, no proprietary technology stack, and no AI capabilities are disclosed.

The company has pursued incremental growth and operational efficiency initiatives, including the 2021 Ibiza expansion (1,000+ m² new delegation), the 2026 launch of the DGT-connected V16 emergency beacon ahead of the January 1, 2026 mandate, and a 35,264 Wp solar panel installation co-funded by IDAE, the Government of the Balearic Islands, and the EU Recovery Plan. Recambios Centro remains privately held within the founding family, with no disclosed external investors, funding rounds, or M&A activity.

Name

RECAMBIOS CENTRO

Legal name

Recambios Centro

Website

https://recambioscentro.es

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Recambios Centro is a family-owned automotive parts distributor operating 7 retail stores across Mallorca and Ibiza, serving primarily local workshops and individual vehicle owners with over 65,000 product references and up to five daily workshop deliveries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Inca

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Retail Sales of Auto Parts and Accessories: Recambios Centro generates revenue through the sale of automotive spare parts, accessories, batteries, tyres, lubricants, filters, brakes, and related products across its 7 physical retail locations in Mallorca and Ibiza. Sales are conducted in-store, over the phone (with dedicated workshop helplines), and via contact forms.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Recambios Centro is a regional automotive parts retailer and distributor that sells spare parts, accessories, batteries, tyres, lubricants, filters, brakes, mechanical and electrical components, bodywork parts, automotive paint, workshop machinery, and tools across 7 physical stores in Mallorca and Ibiza. The company targets professional automotive workshops as its primary buyer via a frequent-delivery service (up to 5 times per day) and dedicated telephone sales lines, while also serving individual vehicle owners from the same physical locations.

Product overview

Recambios Centro is a family-owned automotive parts and accessories retailer operating across Mallorca and Ibiza with 7 physical store locations. The company offers a comprehensive range of over 65,000 vehicle parts and accessories spanning mechanical components (batteries, tires, lubricants, filters, brakes), electrical components, bodywork parts, automotive paints (GLASURIT), workshop machinery, and tools/accessories. They stock products from over 50 leading international brands including Valeo, Brembo, KYB, Sachs, Mahle, Gates, Continental, Varta, and NGK. Their service offering includes same-day delivery up to 5 times daily for workshop customers, with over 45 years of industry experience since founding in 1978. Recent product additions include the mandatory V16 emergency beacon (Baliza de emergencia V16) connected with DGT, available ahead of the January 2026 regulation deadline.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Car Batteries (Baterías) Car batteries for various vehicle types including cars, vans, and industrial vehicles. Sold across the 7 stores in Mallorca and Ibiza.
• Vehicle Tyres (Neumáticos) Vehicle tires for automobiles, vans, and industrial vehicles from leading market brands. Sold across the 7 stores in Mallorca and Ibiza.
• Lubricants (Lubricantes) Lubricants for vehicle maintenance and engine care, including Texaco lubricants. Sold across the 7 stores.
• Antifreeze (Anticongelantes) Antifreeze products for vehicle cooling systems. Sold across the 7 stores in Mallorca and Ibiza.
• Vehicle Filters (Filtros) Various vehicle filters including air, oil, and fuel filters from top brands such as Mahle. Sold across the 7 stores.
• Brake Components (Frenos) Brake components and systems including pads, discs, and complete brake kits from leading manufacturers such as Brembo, Continental, and ATE. Sold across the 7 stores.
• V16 Emergency Beacon (Baliza de emergencia V16) Homologated V16 emergency beacon connected with DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico), mandatory for use from January 1, 2026, sold across the 7 stores in Mallorca and Ibiza.
• Mechanical Parts (Mecánica) Mechanical parts distribution including engine components and mechanical replacement parts, the original product line the founder started with in 1978. Sold across the 7 stores.
• Electrical Components (Componentes eléctricos) Electrical components for automotive applications. Sold across the 7 stores.
• Bodywork Parts (Carrocería) Bodywork and body parts for vehicle repair and restoration. Sold across the 7 stores.
• Automotive Paint (Pintura) Automotive paints including GLASURIT brand paints for vehicle finishing. Sold across the 7 stores.
• Workshop Machinery (Maquinaria) Workshop machinery and equipment for automotive repair shops. Sold across the 7 stores.
• Tools and Accessories (Herramientas y accesorios) Tools and accessories for vehicle maintenance including Kärcher cleaning equipment. Sold across the 7 stores.
• Recambios Centro Store Network and Workshop Delivery Service Physical retail store network with 7 locations across Mallorca (Palma-Es Fortí, Palma-Polígono Son Castelló, Palma-Nicolás de Pacs, Inca, Manacor, Pollensa) and Ibiza (Polígono Montecristo), offering over 65,000 product references with up to 5 daily deliveries to associated workshops.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 5 deliveries per day to workshops
• +2 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

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App detail

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ContinentalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecambios Centro distributes Continental automotive parts including tyres, brake components, and electronic systems.
• ValeocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecambios Centro is an authorised distributor of Valeo automotive parts and accessories. Valeo is one of the world's leading automotive equipment manufacturers, supplying clutches, lighting systems, electrical systems, and more.
• BrembocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecambios Centro distributes Brembo braking systems, a world-renowned brand for high-performance brake systems and components for cars and motorcycles.
• MahlecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecambios Centro is an authorised distributor of Mahle products, including pistons, engine components, filters, and thermal management solutions.
• SachscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecambios Centro distributes ZF Sachs products, including shock absorbers, clutch systems, and drivetrain components.
• KärcherminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecambios Centro distributes Kärcher professional cleaning equipment and accessories for automotive workshops.
• TexacocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRecambios Centro distributes Texaco lubricants, oils, and automotive fluids.
• IDAE (Instituto para la Diversificación y Ahorro de la Energía)minorOthersGovernmental energy efficiency institute that partially subsidised Recambios Centro's solar panel installation (€12,469.27 grant) as part of Spain's Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan co-funded by the EU.
• Govern de les Illes BalearsminorOthersRegional government of the Balearic Islands that co-funded the solar energy installation project through EU Next Generation / PRTR funds.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Recalvi: Spanish multi-brand auto parts distributor serving workshops across multiple regions with similar catalog breadth and delivery-led service. Comparable business model to Recambios Centro, though Recalvi operates at national rather than island scale.
• Grupo Serca: Cooperative-style network of Spanish auto parts distributors with shared brand partnerships and workshop service focus. Most directly comparable as a multi-store distributor serving talleres with premium brands.
• Adín Distribución (AD Parts): Spanish automotive parts distributor with nationwide workshop network and multi-brand catalog. Closely aligned with Recambios Centro's workshop-first GTM and premium supplier relationships.
• Cecauto: Spanish auto parts distributor within the Groupauto network, supplying workshops with multi-brand inventory. Comparable in product breadth and workshop service orientation, though larger and continental in scope.
• Mister Auto: European online-first auto parts retailer active in Spain with broad catalog across the same premium brands. Directly competes for the individual/consumer segment Recambios Centro serves, while bypassing its workshop moat.
• Oscaro: Major European online auto parts retailer serving Spain. Competes head-on with Recambios Centro's consumer-facing accessory/parts business via e-commerce pricing and convenience.

Broad incumbents

• Norauto España: National DIY/service-center chain for tyres, parts, and maintenance owned by Mobivia. Overlaps with Recambios Centro on parts/accessories retail and workshop supply but adds installation services and serves consumers directly at greater scale.
• Feu Vert España: National auto service and parts retailer with physical centers across Spain. Overlaps on parts and accessory retail; less workshop-specialized than Recambios Centro but competes for the same end customers.
• Aurgi: Spanish auto parts and accessories retailer, now part of the Norauto/Mobivia family. Direct overlap on auto parts and accessories, though primarily consumer-facing rather than workshop-led.

Emerging players

• Autodoc: Large European online auto parts platform expanding in Spain. Increasingly relevant to Recambios Centro as workshops and individuals compare online pricing and availability against local distributors.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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