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
6 categories — clear and simple
Our circular core runs from Used through Remanufactured — 5 categories where genuine OEM material is retained and restored. New production parts are summarised below for honest comparison.
Circular core — restored OEM parts (1–5)
New production (6)
| 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. Avoids immediate disposal. Minimal new material — 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 ProductionOEM Aftermarket · Brand New OEM · NOS · Brand New Genuine | Full new production across 4 sub-categories. The environmental benefit comes from durability and correct fitment — a part that lasts its full service life reduces cumulative material use. No original core retained or reused. |
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.
Close the loop
The used core return
When you return your used core, it re-enters the chain. Your old part becomes the next customer's trusted rebuilt unit.
Step 01
Order & replace
Order your rebuilt unit. Install it. Your vehicle is back on the road.
Step 02
Return your core
Send back your old unit using the return process included with your order.
Step 03
Loop continues
Your core is restored and becomes the next customer's trusted rebuilt part.
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