The Smart Choice for the Environment
How it works
The circular loop
Every rebuilt or remanufactured part follows the same 6-step cycle. The core never becomes waste — it becomes the next customer's trusted part.
"The core never becomes waste. It becomes the next customer's trusted part — and the cycle begins again."
Product categories
9 categories — honest comparison
Every condition category we supply, from maximum material retention through to full new production. Categories 1–5 are our circular core. Categories 6–9 are new production — included for completeness and honest comparison.
Circular core — restored OEM parts (1–5)
New production (6–9)
| Category | What it means for the environment |
|---|---|
| 1Used Original | The complete OEM unit preserved and kept in service. No new material required — the purest form of circular reuse. |
| 2Refurbished | Extends the usable life of the original part and avoids immediate disposal. Minimal new material used — only the failed element is addressed. |
| 3Reconditioned | Retains all serviceable original components. At workshop scale, this is a meaningful cumulative contribution to reducing new production demand. |
| 4Rebuilt | Genuine OEM core kept in active use. Every serviceable component retained avoids the energy and raw material cost of manufacturing from new. |
| 5Remanufactured | The highest circular benefit of all categories. Significantly less energy than new production. OEM core kept in circulation indefinitely. Far less waste and CO₂. |
| 6New OEM Aftermarket | Full new production to OEM specification by a third-party manufacturer. The environmental benefit comes from correct fitment and durability — a part that lasts its full service life reduces cumulative material use. No core reuse. |
| 7Brand New OEM | New part meeting or exceeding all OEM engineering specifications. Same benefit as New OEM Aftermarket — durability and correct fitment reduce lifetime material consumption. No core reuse. |
| 8New Genuine NOS | Genuine original production, preserved unused. Reactivates an existing manufactured part rather than triggering new production — a modest benefit compared to new equivalents. NOS stock is finite. |
| 9Brand New Genuine | The reference standard for fit, form, and function. Supplied directly through the official OEM supply chain. Circular benefit comes solely from product longevity. The highest raw material input of all 9 categories. |
Want full technical detail on all 9 categories? View our Parts Quality Guide →
Who this is for
Private owners & professional workshops
For private owners
- Rebuilt or remanufactured is the best decision on every level — vehicle, budget, and environment.
- You keep a genuine OEM component in active use, avoiding the cost of producing everything new.
- The core you return today becomes the part the next enthusiast installs tomorrow.
- Your vehicle gets the quality it deserves. One less part discarded.
For professional workshops
- Parts sourcing decisions have a significant cumulative impact at workshop scale.
- Choosing remanufactured and reconditioned reduces your footprint in a measurable, communicable way.
- Fleet operators and clients increasingly expect responsible sourcing from their service partners.
- ABCspecialist's documentation makes that straightforward to demonstrate — no extra admin.
Your part in the loop
How the core return works
Returning your used core is the most direct contribution you can make to the circular loop. It takes 3 steps — and your old part becomes someone else's trusted rebuilt unit.
Step 01
Order & install
Receive your rebuilt unit. Install it. Your vehicle is back on the road.
Step 02
Send back your core
Return your old unit using the core return process included with your order.
Step 03
Deposit refunded
Once your core is received and inspected, your deposit is refunded. The core re-enters the rebuild cycle.
Full details on eligibility, conditions, and deposit amounts: How the Core Exchange Program works →
Thank you
Thank you for recycling
your used car parts with us.
By returning your used core unit, you help us continue offering rare and complex parts at fair prices — for fellow enthusiasts and professionals who share the same care for their vehicles.
Together, we keep great cars on the road — and reduce our environmental impact.
Through transparent product categories, honest documentation, and a core return process that works simply and reliably across all applicable orders.
Questions about a specific part, our restoration process, or the core return system? Our technical team supports workshops and private owners worldwide.
Talk to our team