Turbos Specialist Ltd.

What Turbos Specialist Ltd. does

Turbos Specialist Ltd. is a UK private limited company founded in 2013, operating as a Garrett-approved specialist in turbocharger reconditioning, DPF and CAT cleaning, and advanced diagnostics. Its core technology is a state-of-the-art reconditioning process covering inspection, cleaning, repairs, balancing, and final testing, delivered by Garrett-trained technicians and backed by a 1-year warranty. The company also sells re-manufactured aftermarket turbochargers sourced from OEM manufacturers (Garrett, Mitsubishi, IHI, BorgWarner) covering European vehicle brands such as Alfa Romeo, Audi, VW, Seat, Skoda, Fiat, Lancia, and Vauxhall.

The company monetises through three primary revenue streams: unit-priced e-commerce sales of new and re-manufactured turbochargers (£280–£1,500 per unit), professional reconditioning services, and (since 2024) DPF and CAT cleaning services. Distribution is omnichannel: a Shopify-powered DTC storefront with localised storefronts across at least 15 European countries, an appointment-based drop-off service (06:00–21:00) at its UK location, and a courier collection/return-delivery model (£15 outbound, free return). The go-to-market motion is direct-to-consumer, with additional B2B relationships via insurance companies and main dealers for whom it serves as an approved investigator and repair provider.

Customer segments are diversified across individual vehicle owners, insurance companies, and main dealers. Marketing is conducted through Facebook, Instagram, email newsletters, and seasonal promotional campaigns (e.g., a Black Friday 2024 promotion offering 20% off). The company holds multiple regional awards, including "Best Repair Center" and "Best Turbo Reconditioning Specialist," and operates under a strategic Garrett partnership.

Name

Turbos Specialist Ltd.

Legal name

Turbos Specialist Ltd.

Website

https://turbo-specialist.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Turbos Specialist Ltd. is a UK-based, Garrett-approved specialist offering turbocharger reconditioning services and aftermarket re-manufactured turbochargers, plus DPF and CAT cleaning, serving individual vehicle owners, insurance companies, and main dealers across Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Turbocharger Reconditioning Services

NAICS

Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (3336)

SIC

Engines & Turbines (3510)

akta.pro primary industry

Turbochargers & Superchargers Rebuild/Remanufacturing (TLAKALAE)

Keywords

• Turbocharger reconditioning
• Aftermarket turbochargers
• DPF cleaning services
• Automotive repair services
• Turbocharger diagnostics

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Turbocharger Sales: Sale of new and re-manufactured turbochargers through e-commerce storefront. Products include turbochargers for various vehicle makes including Alfa Romeo, Audi, VW, Seat, Skoda, Fiat, and others. Pricing ranges from approximately £280 to £1,500 per unit.
2. Turbocharger Reconditioning Services: Garrett-approved reconditioning services that restore turbochargers to original performance. Includes inspection, cleaning, repairs, balancing, and final testing. Backed by a 1-year warranty.
3. DPF and CAT Cleaning Services: Specialised cleaning service for Diesel Particulate Filters and Catalytic Converters. High-flow cleaning process that clears blockages and improves vehicle performance, backed with warranty.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Turbos Specialist Ltd. provides Garrett-approved turbocharger reconditioning services, including inspection, cleaning, repairs, balancing, and final testing. The company also sells re-manufactured aftermarket turbochargers for European vehicle brands and offers DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) and CAT (Catalytic Converter) cleaning services. Service delivery is supported through an in-person drop-off location and a courier collection/return delivery service, with all work backed by a 1-year warranty.

Product overview

Turbos Specialist Ltd. is a Garrett-approved turbocharger specialist offering a unified portfolio centered on turbocharger reconditioning services and aftermarket re-manufactured turbochargers. The core offering consists of Garrett-approved turbocharger reconditioning (inspection, cleaning, repairs, balancing, testing) paired with new DPF and CAT cleaning services launched in 2024. The company sells re-manufactured turbochargers sourced from original manufacturers (Garrett, Mitsubishi, IHI, BorgWarner) for vehicles including Alfa Romeo, Audi, VW, Seat, Skoda, Fiat, Lancia, and Vauxhall. Service delivery includes appointment-based drop-off (06:00-21:00) and postal/courier options (courier collection £15, free return delivery). All services are backed by a 1-year warranty.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Turbocharger Reconditioning Service
• DPF Cleaning Service
• CAT Cleaning Service
• Aftermarket Re-Manufactured Turbochargers

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% of turbocharger failures are due to lack of proper maintenance (oil, air filter, etc.) which proper servicing can prevent

Named customers2 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

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• GarrettcoreTechnology or IntegrationGarrett-trained and approved turbocharger reconditioning professionals. Services meet the high standards set by Garrett, a leading name in turbocharger technology. The company holds Garrett-approved status for their reconditioning services.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Melett: UK-based manufacturer and supplier of aftermarket turbocharger parts and cartridges. Comparable as a turbo aftermarket specialist with overlapping product categories, though Melett leans parts-supply vs. Turbos Specialist's reconditioning service focus.
• Turbo Technics: UK-based turbocharger remanufacturing and exchange specialist serving both consumer and trade channels. Closely comparable service mix (reconditioning, exchange units) and geographic market to Turbos Specialist.
• Pure Turbos: Turbocharger remanufacturer serving OE and aftermarket customers with exchange and rebuilt units. Directly comparable business model to Turbos Specialist's remanufacturing and exchange offering.
• ATS Turbo: Aftermarket turbocharger specialist offering new and remanufactured units and turbo accessories. Comparable in turbo aftermarket product breadth and direct-to-consumer e-commerce orientation.
• Turbosmart: Manufacturer and retailer of aftermarket turbocharger components, accessories, and performance parts. Comparable as a turbo aftermarket brand with multi-region e-commerce distribution.

Broad incumbents

• BorgWarner: Major OEM supplier of turbochargers and other powertrain components, including the remanufactured brands referenced in Turbos Specialist's catalog (e.g., BorgWarner-sourced cores). Overlap is in turbo product supply and remanufacturing.
• IHI Corporation: Japanese turbocharger OEM whose products (e.g., IHI-sourced units) appear in Turbos Specialist's catalog. Comparable as a manufacturer of vehicle turbochargers in the broader industry.
• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (Turbocharger division): OEM of turbochargers distributed under the Mitsubishi brand — one of the four original-equipment sources Turbos Specialist remanufactures. Comparable as a turbo manufacturer whose products flow into the remanufacturing aftermarket.
• Garrett Motion: Global OEM leader in turbocharger technology for passenger and commercial vehicles. Turbos Specialist is Garrett-approved and explicitly aligns its reconditioning process to Garrett's standards, making Garrett the anchor partner/incumbent in the same product category.

Regional players

• Darkside Developments: UK-based specialist in diesel performance, turbo supply, and remapping. Comparable as a UK-focused turbo aftermarket business serving similar enthusiast and diesel-turbo customer segments.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/turbospecialist
• Instagraminstagram.com/turbospecialist
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/turbo-specialist-ltd.

Compliance2 records

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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