[BUDDICA] Acquires 'Garage R' and 'King Buyer' via M&A, Driving Full-Scale Expansion into the Kanto Region and the Sports Car Sector
BUDDICA has acquired Garage R and King Buyer to expand its business into the sports car market and strengthen its presence in the Kanto region. This strategic move allows the company to diversify its offerings beyond practical vehicles into hobby-oriented automotive segments.
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[BUDDICA] Acquires 'Garage R' and 'King Buyer' via M&A
BUDDICA Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture; Representative Director: Yusaku Nakano), which operates a used car sales business, is pleased to announce that it has acquired the shares of Garage R Co., Ltd. and King Buyer Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Edogawa Ward, Tokyo; Representative Director: Toshihiko Nishino), both known for their expertise in sports car sales, making them group companies.
Through this acquisition, the company will launch a full-scale business expansion in the Kanto area and, in addition to its core business of selling practical vehicles, will enter the field of hobby-oriented vehicles.
BUDDICA incorporates Garage R and King Buyer, which have strengths in the sports car sector, to expand its business foundation in the Kanto area and take on the challenge of selling new genres of vehicles.
■ Background and Purpose of the M&A
In its used car sales business, BUDDICA has focused on providing "cars as a means of transportation," which are essential for daily life, supporting the "Car and Life" of many customers.
On the other hand, in addition to the value of cars as a "means of transportation," there is growing interest in the culture of enjoying cars as a hobby and lifestyle. In particular, fields such as sports cars and tuned cars have formed a unique market supported by a highly passionate fan base.
Against this backdrop, BUDDICA has decided to bring Garage R, which has a proven track record in the sports car sector, into the group for the purpose of expanding its business domain and acquiring a new customer base.
Through this acquisition, the company will promote the following initiatives:
・Entry into the field of hobby-oriented vehicles, such as sports cars
・Expansion of the product lineup to meet diverse "Car and Life" needs
・Strengthening of the business foundation in the Kanto area
Through these efforts, BUDDICA will evolve into a company capable of providing a comprehensive "Car and Life" experience.
■ Company Overview
Company Name: Garage R Co., Ltd., King Buyer Co., Ltd.
Location: Vantean Building 4D, 3-7-13 Funabori, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo
Representatives: Yusaku Nakano (Chairman and Representative Director), Daisuke Nakano (President and Representative Director)
Business Description: Management and operation of used car dealerships specializing in sports cars; management and operation of used car purchase shops
Official Website: https://garage-r.co.jp/
Company Name: BUDDICA Co., Ltd.
Location: 187-1 Rokujo-cho, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture
Representative: Yusaku Nakano (Representative Director)
Business Description: Used car sales / Planning and sales of the "PHOENIX BODY" car care product series / Automobile maintenance business / Media operation, etc.
Official Website: https://buddica.jp
■ Contact Information
BUDDICA Co., Ltd. Public Relations Department
TEL: 087-802-2982
MAIL: honbu@buddica.jp
(Reception hours: 10:00 - 19:00, closed on Wednesdays and Sundays)
BUDDICA Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture; Representative Director: Yusaku Nakano), which operates a used car sales business, is pleased to announce that it has acquired the shares of Garage R Co., Ltd. and King Buyer Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Edogawa Ward, Tokyo; Representative Director: Toshihiko Nishino), both known for their expertise in sports car sales, making them group companies.
Through this acquisition, the company will launch a full-scale business expansion in the Kanto area and, in addition to its core business of selling practical vehicles, will enter the field of hobby-oriented vehicles.
BUDDICA incorporates Garage R and King Buyer, which have strengths in the sports car sector, to expand its business foundation in the Kanto area and take on the challenge of selling new genres of vehicles.
■ Background and Purpose of the M&A
In its used car sales business, BUDDICA has focused on providing "cars as a means of transportation," which are essential for daily life, supporting the "Car and Life" of many customers.
On the other hand, in addition to the value of cars as a "means of transportation," there is growing interest in the culture of enjoying cars as a hobby and lifestyle. In particular, fields such as sports cars and tuned cars have formed a unique market supported by a highly passionate fan base.
Against this backdrop, BUDDICA has decided to bring Garage R, which has a proven track record in the sports car sector, into the group for the purpose of expanding its business domain and acquiring a new customer base.
Through this acquisition, the company will promote the following initiatives:
・Entry into the field of hobby-oriented vehicles, such as sports cars
・Expansion of the product lineup to meet diverse "Car and Life" needs
・Strengthening of the business foundation in the Kanto area
Through these efforts, BUDDICA will evolve into a company capable of providing a comprehensive "Car and Life" experience.
■ Company Overview
Company Name: Garage R Co., Ltd., King Buyer Co., Ltd.
Location: Vantean Building 4D, 3-7-13 Funabori, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo
Representatives: Yusaku Nakano (Chairman and Representative Director), Daisuke Nakano (President and Representative Director)
Business Description: Management and operation of used car dealerships specializing in sports cars; management and operation of used car purchase shops
Official Website: https://garage-r.co.jp/
Company Name: BUDDICA Co., Ltd.
Location: 187-1 Rokujo-cho, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture
Representative: Yusaku Nakano (Representative Director)
Business Description: Used car sales / Planning and sales of the "PHOENIX BODY" car care product series / Automobile maintenance business / Media operation, etc.
Official Website: https://buddica.jp
■ Contact Information
BUDDICA Co., Ltd. Public Relations Department
TEL: 087-802-2982
MAIL: honbu@buddica.jp
(Reception hours: 10:00 - 19:00, closed on Wednesdays and Sundays)