A working guide for independent garages. We compare the UK's biggest trade parts suppliers — Euro Car Parts, GSF, NAPA, Andrew Page, MPD and OE dealers — on price, delivery speed and availability. Then we explain how to stop juggling six accounts to keep one ramp turning.
Every supplier below is set up to trade with independent workshops. Account terms vary — most expect a trade account number, VAT details and a credit check for monthly terms.
| Supplier | Best for | Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| Euro Car Parts (LKQ) | Broadest catalogue, fastest in urban areas | Same-day multi-drop in most cities; next-day nationwide |
| GSF Car Parts | Reliable service parts, good regional coverage | Multi-drop same-day in catchment, next-day elsewhere |
| NAPA (Alliance Automotive) | OE-quality parts, factor network model | Local factor delivery — usually multi-drop same-day |
| Andrew Page / FPS | Workshop-focused factor with strong account management | Same-day in catchment via van runs |
| Motor Parts Direct (MPD) | Smaller independent garages, regional strongholds | Multi-drop same-day in catchment areas |
| Specialist & OE dealers | Genuine parts, dealer-specific items, recalls | Next-day from regional warehouse; collect same-day |
Broadest catalogue, fastest in urban areas
Reliable service parts, good regional coverage
OE-quality parts, factor network model
Workshop-focused factor with strong account management
Smaller independent garages, regional strongholds
Genuine parts, dealer-specific items, recalls
Routine service (filters, brakes, oil): price-shop between Euro Car Parts and GSF first. Both usually deliver same-day in cities.
Diagnostics that need OE-quality: NAPA or Andrew Page for sensors, coils, and steering/suspension where a budget part will come back as a comeback.
Anything VIN-specific or coded: go straight to the franchised dealer. Don't waste an hour ringing factors first.
Hard-to-find or obsolete: a mix — specialist breakers, OE dealer for residual stock, and a factor with a strong national hub.
The honest answer: no single supplier wins every job. That's why the average independent garage juggles five or six accounts and loses an hour a day to the phone. FindMyParts is your parts sourcing agent — one call, text or email and we work the whole supplier network for you. You get the best price and the fastest delivery, without the callbacks.
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It depends on the part and your account tier. Euro Car Parts and GSF are usually the most aggressive on price for fast-moving service items; NAPA and OE dealers cost more but pay back on quality-sensitive jobs.
In urban catchments most factors run multi-drop vans, so common parts land within 60–120 minutes. Rural areas usually rely on next-day national distribution.
For trade pricing, yes. Most need VAT details, a company address and a credit check for monthly terms. Cash accounts get you in the door faster but at higher prices.