Results · Commerce & Consumer Brands
Spinny reports FY26 revenue of ₹6,000 crore
By Startup Enthusiast ·
- Date
- Company
- Spinny
- What it does
- Used car marketplace and retailer
- Kind
- Results
- Founded
- 2015
What they do
Spinny operates a full-stack model buying, refurbishing, and selling used cars directly to consumers
What happened
The company posted ₹6,000 crore in FY26 revenue with over 28% growth despite a net loss
Why it matters
Spinny plans an IPO in 2027 after converting to a public limited company structure
The details
- Spinny reported FY26 revenue crossing ₹6,000 crore for the first time.
- The company achieved over 28% year-on-year revenue growth during the fiscal year.
- Estimated net loss for FY26 ranged between ₹350-400 crore according to available data.
- Spinny is targeting an IPO in 2027 and has engaged with investment bankers.
- The startup converted to a public limited company structure to prepare for the listing.
- Competitor Cars24 saw its operating revenue drop by 18.3% to ₹5,092 crore.
- Direct comparison is difficult due to Spinny's inventory model versus Cars24's commission shift.
- Spinny continues to expand its operations while planning for a public market debut.
The bigger picture
- The results highlight the financial scale of India's used car retail sector.
- Growth persists despite significant operational losses in the inventory-led business model.
- Preparation for an IPO signals confidence in long-term profitability and market position.
About the business
- Spinny uses a full-stack inventory-led model to buy, refurbish, and sell vehicles.
- Customers benefit from a 200-point inspection process ensuring vehicle quality and safety.
- The platform offers a warranty and a five-day money-back guarantee for buyers.
- All prices are fixed, removing negotiation hassles for customers purchasing used cars.
- Over 20,000 inspected cars are listed online for immediate purchase by customers.
- Services include test drives at home or hub for convenient customer evaluation.
- Doorstep delivery and online payment options streamline the final transaction process.
- Financing is available starting at 12.99% interest rate for eligible customers.
- 76% of buyers are first-time users indicating strong market penetration among new segments.
What happens next
- Spinny aims to complete its IPO in 2027 after engaging bankers.
- The company will focus on scaling operations post-listing preparation.
Founders
- Niraj Singh, Founder
- Mohit Gupta, Founder
About Spinny
- Product
- A platform that helps consumers buy, sell, and exchange used cars.
- Customers
- Individual car buyers and sellers, plus dealers and OEM partners.
- How it makes money
- It earns from car sale margins, exchange activity, and related services such as financing and warranties.
- What sets it apart
- Certified inspection and a managed, end-to-end transaction experience.
- Operations
- Operates an inventory-backed and platform-assisted used-car retail network.
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