Our story
Since 2007, Bleeker & de Jong has been building a transparent, innovative, and fair market for used vehicles. What began as an ambitious initiative by two entrepreneurs has grown into a leading international remarketing partner that prioritizes quality, reliability, and collaboration.
By continuously innovating, seizing opportunities, and collaborating with customers and partners, we have gradually strengthened our position within automotive remarketing. The journey we have taken together with our partners, colleagues, and customers forms the foundation of who we are today.
Our timeline below shows which milestones have shaped our growth and development.
2007
Establishment
In November 2007, Sander de Jong and Ben Schwering (director of the Bleeker Group) founded the company Bleeker & de Jong.
2008
Official opening
Bleeker & de Jong was officially opened on April 26, 2008. Due to a difficult start resulting from the financial crisis, the company focused on opportunities rather than problems. This led to the transition from a B2C used car company to a wholesale and remarketing partner, with a team of three employees at the time.
2010
Market leadership
As one of the first wholesale/remarketing companies to do so, the company introduced a groundbreaking innovation by offering digital valuations.
2012
Vision and strategic initiatives
Bleeker & de Jong has always strived to create a more transparent and fairer market for used cars together with its partners. As part of this vision, the company has co-founded several important initiatives, such as CARINVEST, DutchCarTraders, Biddo, and Helga (Autofactor).
2013
Internal changes
Sander de Jong became the 100% owner of Bleeker & de Jong.
2014
Exponential growth
Bleeker & de Jong grew by more than 30% per year. As a result, the company expanded its inventory area and started its first international activities.
2015
Innovative all-in-one package for Remarketing
Bleeker & de Jong became a co-owner of a number of innovative collaborations within the B2B automotive sector, including BIDDO, Helga (Autofactor), DutchCarTraders, and Autoroute. As a result, Bleeker & de Jong and its partners had access to a unique and innovative comprehensive package for the digital procurement, processing, and sale of vehicles throughout Europe.
2017
Development of vehicle inspection center
With the construction of its own vehicle inspection center, Bleeker & de Jong guaranteed maximum transparency and quality for its customers, regardless of where they are located in the world.
2020
Strategic partnership BOVAG
DutchCarTraders was transferred to the Dutch trade association BOVAG, which marked the beginning of the collaboration between BOVAG and Bleeker & de Jong to establish the remarketing department of the largest automotive trade association in the Netherlands.
2021
Opening of Bleeker & de Jong Germany
Bleeker & de Jong opened its first international branch in Germany.
2025
Staying ahead
With its own developed remarketing platform BaSuCo, local colleagues abroad, and a continued focus on innovation, quality, international expansion, and long-term collaboration with business relations and partners, Bleeker & de Jong continues to lead the way in developing a safe and transparent international playing field for the international automotive trade.
11K+
Annual transactions
We buy and sell more than 11,000 vehicles annually.
135M
Annual turnover
Our annual turnover exceeds 135 million euros.
30
Staff
30 professionals are ready to assist you daily and make a difference every day.
850
Valued partners
More than 850 purchasing and sales partners in Europe trust Bleeker & de Jong.