Tyre exhaust, car repair/service centre For Sale

Business description

This business was established in 1986 and specialises in the supply of tyres, exhausts, batteries and shock absorbers, also undertaking repair work and servicing of motor vehicles. The business has invested in new tyre machines and up to date laser wheel alignment equipment plus the latest engine diagnostics (reading engine codes, ABS and Air Bag Lights etc.). Highly recommended within the industry the business is the longest established independent dealer in the area.

Clients include many main dealers, among them the prestigious Vauxhall dealership, local car dealers insurance approved body shops and the general public. It has between 50 and 60 account clients, and has an excellent reputation for expert work and quality machinery.

Property information

Location:

The business operates from premises of approximately 1,800 – 1,900 square feet in a highly populated area of approximately 122,000. The business is adjacent to the main road and benefits from excellent road connections and railway links.

Other information

Expansion potential:

Key Opportunities:

• Prospect of mobile tyre fitting for fleet cars
• Excellent opportunity for further assertive marketing
• Expansion of the client database
• Investment in sales staff
• Provision of insurance approved services

Competition / Market:

A high percentage of growth has been a result of word of mouth recommendation, bearing strong testimony to the excellent reputation enjoyed by the business, it has used very little advertising in the past, mainly limited to the Yellow Pages. Further investment and more focused and assertive marketing, perhaps in the form of leaflets, brochures and trade magazines would greatly enhance the revenue of the business. The business has a sign-written van that provides excellent visual advertising. Construction of a company website would allow potential clients to request quotations and information online.

Support & training:

The owners are happy to assist with the hand over and the training.