ARMO Hot Products Showcase Award Winners Announced

ARMO 2016 Hot Products Showcase Award Winners Announced

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ARMO_LogoThe Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) held its annual Hot Products Showcase at Spring Carlisle. Inside of the Hot Products Showcase tent, more than 100,000 automotive enthusiasts had the opportunity to walk through and see some of the best products on the market from ARMO-member companies. This year was the first year that awards were given to companies for their products in seven different categories. Congratulations to our first place award winners!

 

ARMO Award Category: Reproduction Original Replacement Drivetrain/Brakes/Suspension/Wheels

Winner: Corvette America

Product: 1980-81 Manual & 1982 Automatic Rear Spindle Flange

#52332  1980-81 Manual Rear Spindle Flange  $89.99

#52333  1982 Automatic Rear Spindle Flange  $89.99

 

 

ARMO Award Category: Reproduction Original Replacement Exterior/Trim

Winner: First Place Auto Parts

Product: Mopar Twin Hood Scoops with Chrome Trim

#FPHS 100PM  Mopar Twin Hood Scoops  $349.99

 

 

ARMO Award Category: Reproduction Original Replacement Interior

Winner: Parts Unlimited Inc. (PUI)

Product: 1965 Mustang Standard Bucket Seat Covers

#65ZSxxU  1965 Mustang Standard Original Style Replacement Bucket Seat Covers  $159.99

 

 

ARMO Award Category: Non-Original Drivetrain/Brakes/Suspension/Wheels

Winner: The Right Stuff

Product: GM Front Power Disc Brake Conversion Kit with Stock Height Spindles

#65ZSxxU  1967-69 GM F-Body, 1964-72 GM A-Body & 1968-74 GM X-Body Front Power Disc Brake Conversion Kit  $994.99

SoffSeal, Inc. and General Motors Restoration Parts Announce License Agreement

SoffSeal, Inc. Automotive Restoration Market Weatherstripping and Rubber Details Acquires Licensing from General Motors Restoration Parts for all post-1955 General Motors Parts

CINCINNATI, OH SoffSeal, Inc. today announced that it has entered into an agreement with General Motors Restoration Parts. Under the terms of the agreement, SoffSeal has acquired the rights to officially license its entire General Motors weatherstripping and rubber detail parts for 1955 and later GM automobiles.

SoffSeal is known for their dedication to quality and excellence.  This reputation was founded and is maintained on both the quality of SoffSeal’s products and its commitment to customer service.  SoffSeal’s General Manager, Jeff Hubert states “To become the Official GM Restoration Parts licensed manufacturer is further evidence of SoffSeal’s commitment to serve the automotive aftermarket restoration market with the highest quality products.”

About SoffSeal:  Founded in 1980, SoffSeal, Inc. is the leading manufacturer of classic car weatherstripping and rubber details.  SoffSeal is the industry’s leader in GM quality weatherstripping and rubber details and is quickly expanding its Ford and Mopar lines.  SoffSeal also manufactures specialized and custom original equipment rubber products for the automotive, marine and industrial equipment industries. SoffSeal, Inc. is a member of RPUI – a growing family of high quality automotive brands.

About Restoration Parts Unlimited, Inc. (RPUI):  Formerly known as Trim Parts Holdings Corporation, Lebanon, Ohio-based Restoration Parts Unlimited, Inc. is the parent company for a group of restoration specialists consisting of Trim Parts, PUI Interiors, First Place Auto Products, Mr. Mustang, The Right Stuff Detailing and SoffSeal. Each company serves a specific niche, manufacturing restoration components for classic GM, Mopar and Ford vehicles. Restoration Parts Unlimited, Inc. is owned by Dubin Clark & Company, Inc., a leading private equity firm headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, whose family of market-leading automotive brands includes the Trim Parts family of companies, Flowmaster, Hurst Shifters, Hurst Driveline, B&M Racing, and Dinan Engineering.

For more information, contact Jim Pennekamp at 513-934-0815.

Trim Parts, Inc. Announces the Acquisition of SoffSeal, The Industry Leader in Classic Car Weatherstripping

SEPTEMBER 2014, Lebanon, Ohio – Trim Parts, Inc. announced this morning that it has acquired the assets of SoffSeal, Inc., the leading brand in classic car weatherstripping, rubber extrusions, and rubber seals. SoffSeal was founded in 1980 by Gary Anderson in Harrison, Ohio and has been actively managed by the Anderson family ever since.

Trim Parts, Inc. is one of the leading manufacturers and wholesalers of classic car parts; along with Parts Unlimited (PUI), The Right Stuff Detailing, Mr. Mustang, and First Place Auto Products brands.  The principal sponsor of Trim Parts is Dubin Clark of Greenwich, CT.  Sister companies include Hurst, Hurst Driveline, B&M Racing, Dinan Engineering, and Flowmaster.

Trim Parts’ CEO Mitch Williams stated “the addition of SoffSeal to our group is a logical extension of what some of our companies are already doing.  Trim Parts focuses on the exterior of the vehicle while PUI focuses on the interior of the vehicle and weatherstripping is the point where the exterior and interior meet.  Additionally, all of our companies sell or use rubber of one type or another.  We are pleased that the passion for classic cars that SoffSeal was born from will continue as an integral part of its future and very excited about such a prestigious brand joining Trim Parts.” The management team at SoffSeal will continue in their current roles with other responsibilities within the group to be added.

For more information please contact Brittany Cole at bcole@trimparts.com or by phone at (513) 934-0815, ext. 119.

Trim Parts Holdings Acquires The Right Stuff Detailing

JULY 2014, Lebanon, Ohio – Trim Parts Holdings Corp. is pleased to announce it has purchased the assets of The Right Stuff Detailing of Westerville, Ohio. The Right Stuff is one of the premier manufacturers and distributors of disc brake conversions, brake lines, and fuel lines.

“We like the business model of The Right Stuff because they have an unwavering commitment to high quality and great customer service that is very much aligned with our own business model.” said Mitch Williams, CEO of Trim Parts Holdings Corp. “The company is also very active in the Resto-Mod trend, where classic cars are being restored and modernized to make them more drivable and more enjoyable,” he continued. “We feel that Dave Roberts and his team have The Right Stuff well-positioned for the future.”

The Right Stuff will continue in its current location and customers and consumers should experience a seamless transition to the new ownership. The Right Stuff management team will continue in their current roles.

Trim Parts Holdings Corp. is owned by Dubin Clark & Company, Inc., a leading private equity firm headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, whose family of market-leading automotive brands includes Trim Parts, Parts Unlimited, Mr. Mustang, First Place Auto Products, Flowmaster, Hurst Shifters, Hurst Driveline, B&M Racing, and Dinan Engineering.

For more information please contact Jason Hire at (800) 405-2000 or by email at jason@getdiscbrakes.com.