FOR SALE
14/09/23
599440
26119650 / Rightbiz
Summary
CCL are delighted to offer to the market the opportunity to purchase a well-established and profitable garage located in a prominent position within the popular town of Dufftown in the heart of Speyside. Johnstone and Stuart offers a range of services including MOT’s, repairs and servicing and was established by the current owner over 40 years ago. The garage has a good reputation within the area and operates from a workshop adjacent to a petrol forecourt. The property provides an excellent investment opportunity for someone already operating within the motor industry looking for a new venture or a landlord looking to acquire a freehold property and obtain a new tenant.
Location
The business is located close to the centre of Dufftown, equal distance from both Inverness and Aberdeen the town is surrounded by some of the most beautiful and scenic countryside that the North East has to offer. Dufftown has a variety of interesting local shops, post office, nursery & primary school, and doctor’s surgery. The larger towns of Keith (10 miles) and Huntly (14 miles) offer additional shops, supermarkets, and secondary schooling at close-by Aberlour. Elgin, the administrative capital of Moray is under 20 miles away with shopping and recreational facilities including a large leisure centre, ice rink and cinema.
There are excellent transport links with the main line railway stations at both Keith and Huntly. Inverness airport offers a good selection of flights to UK destinations whilst Aberdeen airport has an excellent range of national and international flights.
Dufftown is a prime location for both whisky & history connoisseurs, as well as those who enjoy outdoor pursuits. Moray is renowned for fishing, shooting, golf, hill walking, mountain biking and has some of the most beautiful long sandy beaches on the Moray Coastal Trail. Skiing is available a short distance away at the Lecht in the Cairngorms National Park.
Property
Johnstone and Stuart operate from a well-maintained garage workshop. The workshop is a main single story semi-detached with two modern projections to the rear. The premises occupy an area of approx. 380 sqm.
There are 3 garage areas. All three buildings are accessed via sliding metal doors and concrete flooring throughout. There is fluorescent strip lighting and office space within the building. There is ample storage and staff areas.
Business
Johnstone and Stuart is an established garage located in a prominent position within Dufftown. The garage provides many services including general repairs, servicing, and MOT’s and has a strong client database and good reputation within the area. The business is well equipped, meeting licensing and industry specifications and has diagnostic equipment that enables an efficient fault-finding service leading to a high level of customer satisfaction. The exceptionally well laid out garage is sold with a full inventory of highly functional equipment, fixtures, and fittings.
This traditional building occupies a prominent trading position with roadside presence of one of the main roads through New Elgin. The property is highly visible to passing trade. Ample on street parking is available in the immediate vicinity.
External
There is a shared access and service area at the front of the workshop. To the rear there is an enclosed compound area that is currently overgrown but suitable for storage and a variety of uses.
Services
The property has mains water, drainage, electricity.
Tenure
The property is held on the Scottish equivalent of Freehold.
Price
Offers Over £195,000 are sought for the freehold of the property, fixtures, fittings, and goodwill. Stock in trade will be additional at valuation.
Trading Figures
Trading figures will only be released after a formal viewing has taken place.
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Do not pay any deposit to private sellers upfront. If you are looking to purchase a business, we advise that any deposits or transactions made are through a solicitor to prevent fraudulent activities from occuring.
Don't share confidential information with any private sellers, including your home address, account passwords, bank accounts and credit card information.
The vast majority of these scams involve the transfer of substantial sums of money. We advise all transactions made are through a solicitor to prevent fraudulent activities from occuring.
Send a test amount before you consider handing over a large number of funds. Maybe even try transferring £1, and then speaking to your solicitor to confirm receipt.
Do not disclose proof of funds directly to the sellers. If the sellers request you to show proof of funds, we advise that it is done through a solicitor to prevent fraudulent activities from occuring.
Buying a business is not covered by consumer rights legislation. It is your responsibility to acquire a business that holds up in quality and agreement.
Fraudsters will typically use false news in an attempt to get you to act quickly. For example, 'Your account has been disabled. Reset your password now.'.
Review the performance of a business to make appropriate financial projections. Some businesses are dormant or not trading, so it is essential to check their short and long-term potential.
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