NEW YORK (Standard&Poor's) July 13, 2009--Standard&Poor's Ratings Services today assigned its 'B' preliminary ratings to Chicago-based LKQ Corp.'s new universal shelf registration of an unspecified amount of securities. The ratings on LKQ reflect the company's weak business risk profile and its aggressive financial risk profile. LKQ is the nation's largest provider of recycled automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products and related services, and its sales and distribution facilities reach most major markets in the U.S. LKQ is also the largest nationwide provider of aftermarket collision replacement products and refurbished bumper covers and wheels. LKQ had total balance sheet debt of $639 million as of March 31, 2009. For the complete corporate credit rationale on LKQ, please