Automotive Aftermarket Investment Banking
Capstone's Automotive Aftermarket Investment Banking Group has developed deep domain expertise to deliver enhanced success rates, accelerated speed of execution, and optimized shareholder value for leading Automotive and Vehicle Aftermarket companies in the middle market.
At a Glance
Capstone’s Automotive Aftermarket investment banking practice is a dedicated team serving the community of vehicle and automotive aftermarket business owners across the country. The group has deep transactional experience across the full spectrum of aftermarket sectors, uniquely qualifying the team to develop compelling investment theses, properly position clients for success, understand key issues to address, and efficiently execute transactions for aftermarket companies. The team has an extensive network of industry relationships and is consistently monitoring the interest of all buyer groups, both financial and strategic.
Areas of Focus
Accessories
- Interior & Exterior
- Audio Electronics
- Video Electronics
- Wheels & Tires
Parts
- Replacement
- Collision
- Remanufacturing
- Performance
- Distribution
Service
- Oil / Lube
- Tires / Brakes
- Transmission Repair
- Collision Repair
Technology
- Connected Car
- Safety / Telematics
- Electric & Autonomous
- Performance Tuning
Heavy Duty
- Aftermarket Parts
- Distribution
- Service
- Retail
Automotive Aftermarket Insights
Automotive Aftermarket M&A Update May 2025
Fragmentation, Robust Demand Boost Automotive Aftermarket M&A Outlook
Capstone’s latest Automotive Aftermarket M&A Update reports that several secular trends have bolstered sector growth and merger and acquisition (M&A) activity. Long-term demand drivers, including an expanding and aging car parc and a rise in total miles traveled, have spurred heightened spending on automotive aftermarket parts and services. Additionally, prolonged inflation, elevated new vehicle prices, and high borrowing costs have forced consumers to delay new car purchases (apart from a recent temporary surge), supporting maintenance and repair services spending on older vehicles.
Full Lifecycle Advisory Services
Solutions for Auto and Vehicle Aftermarket Companies at Every Stage of Your Business Lifecycle
- Sell-Side M&A Advisory
- Buy-Side M&A Advisory
- Debt & Equity Capital Placement Advisory
- Middle Market Commercial Finance
- Sponsor Finance / Leveraged Finance Solutions
- Asset Finance & Structured Finance
- Capital Markets
- Risk Management
Why Capstone?
Differentiated, Customized Approach to Achieve Premium Valuations
- We’re active in the market with multiple deals to capture real-time intelligence
- Our global footprint ensures all potential buyers will be properly accessed
- Exceptional sell-side M&A process execution with a committed, consistent team
- Limited project load to ensure focused commitment to each transaction
- Firmwide support throughout the process from senior-level bankers
- Dedicated teams including sponsor coverage, debt advisory, and financial advisory
What our clients are saying about us:
Capstone’s deep industry expertise and skillful process acumen led to an outcome that exceeded our initial expectations. They ran an efficient process, always made themselves available, and were patient with our many questions. Capstone delivered on all their commitments, and we were very pleased with the outcome of our engagement.
Matt McDonald Co-Founder, Five Star Golf Carts
We needed an advisor that has deep sector expertise within the automotive aftermarket and understands the value of an online retailer that serves a highly enthusiast customer set. The team at Capstone Partners fit that bill perfectly. They ran a very customized process that yielded a great result for Morris 4×4.
Drew Sanocki CEO, Morris 4x4
The Capstone team leveraged their sector expertise and deep industry relationships to achieve a tremendous outcome for Sun Devil Auto, despite unprecedented market uncertainty during the COVID pandemic. Through a very customized process, they did a terrific job in driving value and striving for an optimal outcome for shareholders as well as our employees.
Tom Higginbotham CEO, Sun Devil Auto
The Capstone team was our ideal partner. They ran a highly professional and customized sale process and were committed to achieving a successful outcome for the owners and our team members. Their consistent guidance, capabilities, and sector expertise significantly contributed to a successful transaction with the perfect partner.
Adam Smith Founder & President, Calculated Risk
Contact the Automotive Aftermarket Investment Banking Team
Contact us today to speak to a member of Capstone’s Automotive & Vehicle Aftermarket Investment Banking Team and discover how we can help you achieve your goals.