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Our History
Our History
Over the years, the LKQ Refinish division has expanded through acquisitions of well-known names within the industry such as Keystone Automotive Paint, Body and Equipment, AkzoNobel US company-owned store division, Max Auto, Cross Canada, and most recently, FinishMaster. This division has continuously grown and evolved over the decades while preserving our core values. As a company and as individuals, we strive to be the key factor in the success of our customers.
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Our History
LKQ’s Company History
LKQ Corporation was initially formed in 1998 through a combination of wholesale recycled products businesses located in Florida, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin. We subsequently expanded through internal development and approximately 270 acquisitions of aftermarket, recycled, refurbished, and remanufactured product suppliers and manufacturers, self-service retail businesses, and specialty vehicle aftermarket equipment and accessories suppliers.
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Our History
A Commitment to
Exceptional Service
The FinishMaster headquarters moved to Indianapolis in March 1998 with a core focus on providing an exceptional experience to every customer and client. During the next several years, and still today, FinishMaster continues to grow and thrive because of our dedication to providing the ultimate customer experience, and the devotion of our team members.
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