Nippon Auto Spares – Specialist Jap Car Breakers and Japanese Car Breakers

At Nippon Auto Spares, we pride ourselves on being one of the UK’s most trusted Japanese car breakers and leading suppliers of genuine Japanese auto parts. With a reputation built on reliability, quality, and deep expertise, we provide high-demand, fully tested parts to individuals, garages, mechanics, and dealerships throughout the country.

As specialist Jap breakers, we dismantle hundreds of vehicles each year, maintaining vast stock across major Japanese manufacturers including Toyota, Honda, Mazda, Nissan, Mitsubishi, Subaru, and more. Our operations are designed to recover high-value components while ensuring affordability and peace of mind for our customers.

Whether you’re replacing a worn-out alternator or sourcing a rare ECU, buying from a trusted Japanese parts supplier like Nippon Auto Spares offers better value and faster turnaround, whether you’re after quality used parts or new OEM stock. In this guide, we highlight ten of the most in-demand Japanese car parts in the UK right now and explain why sourcing them from Nippon is the smart choice.

1. Alternators

Alternators are one of the most requested Japanese car spares in the UK. As vital components that maintain the vehicle’s battery charge and electrical systems, they endure heavy use and can fail over time.
At Nippon Auto Spares, we regularly dismantle low-mileage Japanese imports and domestic vehicles to recover alternators in excellent condition. Every unit is inspected and tested before resale, offering a reliable, cost-effective solution compared to purchasing new.

2. Gearboxes

Gearbox on the way out? We know how much hassle that brings. Whether you're running manual or automatic, we’ve got a solid range of gearboxes in stock, all recovered from mechanically sound vehicles that have been written off for non-mechanical reasons.

We strip and inspect each unit in-house before it ever reaches a shelf. No guesswork, no surprises. From fluid issues to worn clutches, we understand what causes gearbox failures and we only supply ones we’d be happy to fit ourselves.

Here’s what one of our customers had to say:
“From start to finish the service has been second to none. Quoted for a reconditioned and new gearbox, went with new. Supply and fit, really reasonably priced with a quick turnaround!” – Helen

If you're after a quality Japanese gearbox at a fair price, chances are we’ve got what you need… ready to go.

3. ECUs (Engine Control Units)

The ECU controls vital aspects of engine management and performance. ECU faults can lead to serious driveability issues or complete engine shutdowns.

Through our professional dismantling operations as a leading Japanese car breaker we offer fully working ECUs sourced from compatible models. This ensures our customers access affordable, genuine electronic components that are increasingly expensive to source new.

4. Suspension Components

Suspension systems, including shocks, struts, and control arms, suffer wear from the UK's challenging road conditions.
We dismantle hundreds of Japanese vehicles each year, retrieving quality suspension parts ideal for repairs and upgrades. Purchasing from a reputable Japanese breaker like Nippon guarantees parts have been thoroughly inspected and assessed for ongoing roadworthiness.

5. Headlights and Tail Lights

Lighting damage due to accidents or ageing is common, making headlights and tail lights among the most requested Japanese car spares in the UK.

At Nippon Auto Spares, we recover lighting units from a wide range of Japanese models during dismantling, offering affordable alternatives to dealership prices. All lights are checked for cracks, water ingress, and proper functioning before resale.

6. Bumpers and Body Panels

From minor scrapes to major collisions, bumper and body panel replacements are a frequent need for owners of Japanese vehicles.

Our in-house team carefully removes panels during vehicle dismantling, ensuring minimal damage during extraction. This allows us to offer quality exterior parts directly from our breaker yard, providing savings and convenience to customers sourcing Japanese car parts in the UK.

7. Engines and Engine Components

From complete engine swaps to specific components such as cylinder heads, timing covers, and camshafts, engines are always in high demand, especially from those restoring Japanese performance vehicles or dealing with high-mileage failures.

We offer engines that are removed from donor vehicles under controlled conditions. Compression testing and visual inspections ensure each unit is viable. Our customers trust us to provide engines that offer both performance and longevity, whether they’re driving a Civic Type R, Subaru Impreza, or everyday city car.

8. Radiators and Cooling Systems

Cooling components such as radiators, water pumps, and thermostats are vital to maintaining engine health. During our dismantling process, these parts are inspected for leaks, damage, and corrosion, ensuring that only functional components are supplied to customers seeking high-quality Japanese auto parts in the UK.

9. Interior Trim and Electrical Switches

Interior components are harder to find than most people realise, especially for older or discontinued models. Trim panels, centre consoles, seats, switches, and multimedia controls are all regularly requested by restoration enthusiasts and everyday drivers alike.

We offer a comprehensive selection of interior parts recovered during the dismantling phase. From power window switches to dashboard buttons and glove boxes, we stock hard-to-find parts that help restore your car’s interior to its former glory.

10. Clutch Kits and Flywheels

Manual transmission vehicles rely on properly functioning clutches and flywheels to deliver smooth performance. Worn clutches and heat-damaged flywheels are common issues, particularly in performance and older vehicles.

We recover these components from our vehicles during dismantling and inspect them for wear and usability. In many cases, customers can find low-mileage clutches that provide excellent value versus paying full price for a new OEM setup.

Why UK Drivers Trust Nippon Auto Spares

As one of the UK's foremost Japanese car part suppliers and specialist breakers, Nippon Auto Spares offers several key advantages:

• Genuine, quality-tested Japanese car parts; Every component we supply is dismantled, inspected, and prepared in-house to ensure quality and fit.
• Extensive stock across major Japanese brands; From Toyota and Honda to Mazda and Mitsubishi, we offer parts for most Japanese makes and models.
• Expert knowledge and professional service; Our team understands Japanese cars inside and out. Whether you need technical advice or part identification support, we’re here to help.
• Affordable pricing compared to OEM; Save significantly compared to dealership prices, without compromising on quality.
• Nationwide delivery; We deliver across the UK, quickly and reliably to individuals, garages, and trade customers.

Buying from Nippon Auto Spares means you're dealing directly with specialists who care about quality, safety, and value. We’re not just dismantling vehicles, we're helping our customers keep their Japanese cars on the road for longer, with confidence.

Contact Nippon Auto Spares

If you need high-quality Japanese car parts, or are looking for affordable, genuine Japanese car spares, contact Nippon Auto Spares today. Our stock is constantly changing, with new arrivals added daily from our professional dismantling operations. Speak to one of our experts, or visit us to find out why so many customers trust Nippon as their first choice for Japanese auto parts in the UK.