Classic British Vehicle & Parts Business For Sale

Business description

This business is the world's leading supplier of a truly iconic british vehicle. Selling both complete vehicles, spare and accesories in addition to providing an extensive refurbishment service, this is one of the most exciting opportunies on the market.

The company is renown for it’s products, flexibility of service and reliability with the vendor frequently advising – through the business – the BBC and other media on matters relating to the UK car industry and the export potential for future growth. This brings the company to the frequent attention of a worldwide customer base.

The business currently operates from Bedfordshire but given it’s specialist operation, is fully re-locatable. However, the superb repair and distribution facilities would be available for lease to the purchaser – terms by negotiation. In addition, the business currently rents further storage facilities for approx. 100 vehicles waiting to be renovated.

It has established itself as the leading supplier of choice for one of the most versatile vehicles available. Past customers include International Hotel Chains, Restaurants, Pop Stars, specialist rental companies and even Heads of State. And if that wasn’t enough, they are probably one of the most practical “mum’s taxi” vehicles on the road today!

Customer retention is a leading aspect of the business with most customers having been loyal since the beginning of trading and this has been due in no small part to the business’s competitive prices, quality products, service and attention to detail.

The business has always believed in the pursuit of excellence, constantly reviewing and updating its service commitment and business facilities, for example its considerable marketing effort illustrated clearly by the comprehensive and easy to navigate website, ensuring that valued customers receive the very best service and ease of use when selecting a vehicle of choice within this specialist field/

The business has shown itself to be resilient in the face of competitive and economic forces and has maintained strong and incremental growth over its 14 years of trading.

A key component has been customer service which is also focused to provide a second-to-none service for after sales and parts. The distribution department daily send parts worldwide to their extensive and growing customer base. Understanding the need for this type of profit opportunity has meant that the business has given equal priority to this area to both remote and counter sale clients.

The Vehicle:

This class leading - world renown - vehicle is iconic to the UK automotive industry. It is favoured by those customers seeking a vehicle that’s roomy and sensible, with a reputation for the highest levels of safety, economy, performance and panache as well as practicality and great value for money.

For most enthusiasts it's not just a car, the vehicle is almost a way of life, a base of operations, a design statement, a reliable friend; it has spawned a number of imitators, but none has topped the vehicle from it’s pole position.

The customisation currently undertaken to the vehicle range offers the customer with almost unlimited options each being a further profit opportunity to the business. This means that enormous scope is provided for customers and also for future growth of the business.

Property information

Location:

The business currently operates from Bedfordshire but given it’s specialist operation, is fully re-locatable. The superb repair and distribution facilities would be available for lease to the purchaser – terms by negotiation. In addition, the business currently rents further storage facilities for approx. 100 vehicles waiting to be renovated.

Premises details:

The main premises offer clean and tidy vehicle refurbishment and servicing facilities together with office accomodation and open vehicle display areas. In total, the premises are circa 1/2 acre

The outside vehicle storage facilities for upto 130 vehicles are presently on a different site

Size in square feet:

c.1/2 acre

Business Operation

Expansion potential:

This is an outstanding opportunity to build on the existing business levels and customer base of this company. With a strong demand for this business’s cars, combined with a capacity to increase the output of the parts business, a new owner contributing fresh ideas will have every advantage of building on an excellent platform.

Future growth could also come from the creation of a ‘Club’ for owners of these vehicles and through careful marketing of such, would allow for profit opportunities even from competitor sales!

This business maintains an extensive base of satisfied customers who appreciate the company’s products and service and continually spread the reputation of the venture by the best advertising of all – personal recommendation. In addition, the already excellent website could be promoted through search engine optimisation to ensure maximum sales potential in the market sector.

Competition / Market:

Given the specialist nature of this business, competition is mainly limited to after market parts internet sales operators. Other specialist repairers are mainly based in and around London though no other specialist refurbisher

Reasons for selling:

The business is for sale as a result of the vendor’s genuine wish to retire.

Trading hours:

Monday – Friday: 8.30am – 6.00pm
Saturdays by special appointment only

Employees:

4 Full time

Years established:

14 years

Other information

Support & training:

The current owner will provide all necessary training and all relevant contacts to allow continuity of trading

Relocatable:

This business can be relocated.