Automotive Repairs & Specialty Parts Business For Sale

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Specializes in repairs and maintenance of 4 Wheel Drive vehicles, particularly Toyota Land Cruisers, Japanese domestic models (JDM) including Right Hand Drive imports (JDM/RHD) but also all makes and models of domestic and import cars and light trucks.  The business encompasses another division which sources, imports and distributes 4 Wheel Drive and JDM parts and accessories.  

After seven years in operation, has developed a solid reputation supported by loyal customers and enjoys steady growth through word of mouth.
It is a primary destination on Vancouver Island for 4WD, JDM and JDM/RHD parts and service.
Through its interactive presence online, a national marketplace has been developed with 4Wd and JDM enthusiasts.
Through a growing network of connections, has established relationships with international and domestic sources for the specialized market for parts and accessory for import grey market vehicles.
The service and parts manager is well-positioned through hands-on experience to run the entire operation as general manager.

Facilities:

The premises consist of two bays each measuring 25 ft x 58 ft. One bay has a small store and an office in addition to the service area and the other bay is fully open for service and has a 900 sq ft mezzanine for parts and equipment storage.

Competition:

There are no real direct competitors on Vancouver Island for Land Cruiser or JDM repairs and service. Online retailers are generally small mom and pop operations without the resources to offer much in the way of threatening competition.

Growth Potential:

The LightSpeed point-of-sale system has the option to set-up an online store which will integrate with stock control and billing. This module has already been installed but the store has not yet been set up. Significant new business could be developed with a commitment to the time to populate with product but at virtually no other expense.

Training/Support:

The parts and service manager has proven qualifications and is eager to stay on and assist a new owner with running and developing the business.

Seller Financing:

Negotiable

Sale Reason:

Moving