CLEVELAND / October 31, 2024 / Blue Point Capital Partners and its portfolio company, Transtar Holding Company, are pleased to announce the acquisitions of 4M Parts Warehouse and City Auto Supply. These prominent automotive parts wholesale distributors join Transtar’s NexaMotion Group (NMG), a family of innovative, industry-leading automotive aftermarket businesses that provide distribution excellence and e-commerce solutions for its valued customers.
These acquisitions signify NMG’s fourth and fifth general repair add-ons since February 2023, and the company has completed nine new branch openings and expansions in the past year aimed at supporting the general repair sector. NMG remains committed to pursuing strategic acquisitions to enhance its capabilities and maximize its presence in key markets.
For nearly 50 years, 4M Parts Warehouse has provided premium-quality auto parts while demonstrating unwavering expertise and dedication to the automotive aftermarket in greater Dallas-Fort Worth and surrounding areas. Its team of specialists is focused on delivering a wealth of industry knowledge and top-tier customer service.
Founded in 1986, City Auto Supply is a full-line auto parts distributor of original equipment (OE) and OE-equivalent parts to independent repair facilities, auto parts stores, municipalities, fleets and OE dealerships in San Francisco and Honolulu. The company is committed to excellence, reflected in its high-quality parts and top-notch customer service.
“By partnering with 4M Parts Warehouse and City Auto Supply, we are reinforcing our strategy to expand our general repair footprint, increase the breadth of our product offering and deepen our bench of talented industry veterans,” said NexaMotion Group President & CEO Neil Sethi. “We look forward to collaborating with both teams to continue providing world-class products and customer service to the automotive repair industry.”
“4M Parts Warehouse and City Auto Supply are exciting additions to the NexaMotion Group platform,” said Blue Point Partner Brian Castleberry. “Neil and the rest of the team continue to demonstrate the ability to be an acquirer of choice in the general repair parts distribution space.”
NexaMotion Group is actively seeking additional partnerships with like-minded founders and owners of automotive repair distribution businesses. Business owners interested in learning more may contact Blue Point Managing Director, Business Development Megan Kneipp.
NexaMotion Group’s mission is to simplify complex vehicle repair to keep the world moving. NexaMotion Group helps automotive professionals shift into high gear with next-level solutions and innovation. Backed by 50 years at the forefront of the aftermarket industry, NexaMotion Group combines the power of strong connections and readily available supplies with over 125 locations.
Blue Point Capital Partners is a private equity firm managing over $1.8 billion in committed capital. With nationwide resources, Blue Point’s geographical footprint allows it to establish relationships with local and regional entrepreneurs and advisors while providing the perspectives and resources of a global organization. Blue Point has over a two-decade history of partnering with lower middle-market businesses to build processes and capabilities to achieve growth. Blue Point’s portfolio is supported by its unique capabilities — which include an integrative team focused on innovative global supply chain, data and digital and human capital strategies — as well as its extensive experience, network of industry resources and focused M&A efforts. Blue Point typically invests in businesses that generate between $30 million and $300 million in revenue.
For more information, contact:
Blue Point Capital Partners
Megan Kneipp
Managing Director, Business Development
Brian Castleberry
Partner
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