BMR Suspension has purchased Heidts Hot Rod & Muscle Car Parts, as well as sister companies Chassis Engineering, Inc. and Alston Racing.
“BMR Suspension and Heidts Suspension are like two sides of the same coin,” says Allan Miller, President of BMR Suspension. “BMR dominates the American late-model market and Heidts dominates the American muscle cars and street rods, so this synergy is perfect for our two companies and customers moving forward.”
“This acquisition combines decades of engineering expertise, US manufacturing capabilities, and a deep focus on quality,” states Wallace Leyshon, President/CEO of Heidts Suspension. “Moving forward, this partnership ensures that we will expand our commitment to American craftsmanship while developing innovative suspension solutions for the vehicles our customers love.”
Heidts was founded in 1985 by Gary Heidts in a 700 square foot garage. It is well known for making some of the best and most innovative suspension parts in the automotive aftermarket. Today, it occupies 50,000 square feet in Lake Zurich, Illinois.
Its control arms, suspension systems, K-members — even independent rear ends — have been praised throughout the industry.
BMR, which makes parts for both early- and late-model American performance cars, is owned and operated by company president Allan Miller. An accomplished drag racer, autocross and road course enthusiast, he tests the products he develops on his own vehicles. Miller, an Illinois native, told Street Muscle Magazine that he will leave Heidts in Lake Zurich, where he thinks it will continue to flourish.
In a press release, BMR Suspension announced it will continue to expand upon its established lineup for Ford, GM, and Mopar offerings. At the same time, BMR and Heidts will collaborate closely to create exciting new product lines, reinforcing their position as leaders in aftermarket suspension systems for American muscle and late-model vehicles.
In an era when private equity firms seem to be buying every business in sight, it’s good to see a long-respected company being purchased by a true hands-on enthusiast.
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