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BUSINESS REFERENCE : AL108 / RightBiz VEHICLE REPAIRS, MOT TEST STATION AND 24 HOUR BREAKDOWN AND RECOVERY BUSINESS IN EAST MIDLAND LOCATION | | | | | | Vehicle Repairs, MOT Test Station and 24 hour Breakdown and Recovery business in East Midland location Confidentially offered for sale Ref No: AL108 Location: Nottinghamshire Freehold Asking price: £555,000 (including valuable Freehold) | | | BUSINESS LOCATION: | Undisclosed Nottinghamshire UNITED KINGDOM | | BUSINESS SECTOR: | Motor & Transport | | TRADE TYPE: | Mot Services | | SALE: | Agent Sale | FREEHOLD: | £555000 | | | | | | | | | | | BUSINESS DETAILS: | Business Profile:
Established since 1979, but built up from the current owner’s experience of the motor mechanic sector stretching back even further, this business has grown to become a significant enterprise that has built up a trust relationship with its client base.
The business specialises in vehicle repairs including tyres, exhausts, batteries, air conditioning and diagnostics; and it has the capability to work on all makes and models in the market. It also offers a complete MOT testing service for all types of class 1v vehicles and vans, in addition to an excellent 24 hour breakdown and recovery service for its customers. As a result, this dynamic business is in the enviable position of not being reliant on any one customer, sector or type of work.
The enterprise operates from a central location with superb facilities, with a visible main road frontage. This freehold outlet provides a full service through its fully equipped workshops, which contain all the equipment and facilities necessary to provide a competitive service. Employees are carefully recruited for their first class skills, and have helped build a reputation for quality of service and experience.
This firm represents an excellent investment opportunity for anyone looking to establish a foothold in this sector. There are endless opportunities for a new owner looking to take full advantage of expansion prospects and maximise its potential within a thriving market sector.
The business prides itself on being members of the Road Haulers Association (RHA) and Association of Vehicle Recovery Operators (AVRO).
Equipment:
The business has vehicles and workshop equipment worth approximately £90,000 at its disposal.
Customer Service:
One of the major features in the company’s growth and success, apart from the quality of service provided, is the importance of good customer relationships which enables it to maintain a first class service. The business has been able to constantly improve through experience accrued from trading for almost 30 years.
The 24 hour breakdown recovery service provided as at the heart of its strategy of complying with customer needs.
Key Strengths:
This company’s strength is founded on its past reputation and the loyal, skilled workforce. The business is a fully functional multifaceted operation which has developed high levels of credibility for having been established for many years. Additionally, the firm maintains a highly skilled employee base that is constantly developing through employing apprentices. These employees aim to deliver total customer satisfaction, and it is through this means that the business achieves its own objectives of building customer loyalty and gaining positive referrals.
The business is independent and operates from a main road location in the Midlands. The sale includes title a freehold property that includes a fully equipped workshop as well as offices.
Growth and Expansion:
A new owner with drive, passion and experience will retain and expand the long established client base.
The development of a web site, as well as advertising in the local press, would provide excellent potential for a new owner to build this excellent business into even more profitability.
With a consistent market outlook and dealing with the constantly changing motor sector, this business is superbly positioned for the future.
Key Opportunities:
This business maintains an extensive base of satisfied customers, who value the company’s products and service. There is an excellent opportunity to introduce a stronger marketing and advertising strategy to increase turnover and to build on the existing base of satisfied clientele, to grow with new enthusiasm.
Employees:
The business employs seven full time employees, which include technicians, recovery operators and an apprentice. There are also four part time employees that work as a receptionist, drivers, and workshop personnel.
All employees have employment terms and conditions, and the current owner feels the new owner may wish to retain the current staff on the back of their experience and skills.
Advertising and Marketing:
The business currently only advertises in the Yellow Pages and its partner website. Advertising opportunities represent an opportunity for increasing turnover.
Premises:
£285,000 freehold property including a fully equipped workshop, reception and offices
Business Hours:
The workshop opens from Monday to Friday 8am-5pm.
The breakdown recovery service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Security:
The freehold property includes an alarm and CCTV.
Financial Information:
The business is being offered for sale on a going concern basis, all financial discussions will take place directly between the vendor and all interested parties under the auspices of Turner Butler.
Reason for Sale:
Retirement
Support and Training:
A handover, training and familiarisation period of one month will be provided by the owner to ensure a smooth transition to new ownership | | | | | BUSINESS STATUS: | FOR SALE | | | | | SELLER: | TURNER BUTLER | | CONTACT: | 01895 25 6000 | | REFERENCE: | AL108 / RightBiz | | ENQUIRIES: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
