Mini Specialists in Lancashire

RARE OPPORTUNITY TO ACQUIRE AN ESTABLISHED INDEPENDENT USED MINI DEALERSHIP

• 5★ Customer Reviews & Excellent Reputation
• Strong Online Presence & Established Customer Base
• Low Overheads & Owner-Operator Model
• Indoor Showroom for Up to 8 Minis
• Outdoor Display for Approximately 25 Vehicles
• Fixtures & Fittings Included
• Stock Available if Required
• Full Handover & Introduction to Suppliers
• Genuine Retirement Sale

A business that has already done the hard work 

Offered for sale due to the owner's retirement, Drivewise Cars represents a rare opportunity to acquire an established independent used Mini dealership with a proven trading history and an enviable reputation within its specialist market.

Situated in the North West on the outskirts of the beautiful Ribble Valley, the business has been built from scratch by the current owner over the past six years, developing from a new venture into an established and recognised name within the used Mini sector.

Rather than simply being a dealership selling used cars, Drivewise Cars has been built around a specialist brand, reputation and customer experience, with the emphasis on carefully selected Minis, excellent presentation, personal service and customer satisfaction.

The business has developed a strong online presence alongside its physical showroom, generating an established customer base and excellent customer reviews.

A Genuine Retirement Sale

The reason for the sale is simply the owner's retirement.

This is therefore a genuine opportunity for a new owner to acquire an established business which has already overcome many of the challenges associated with starting a dealership from scratch.

The groundwork has been done.

The business name has been established, the reputation has been built, the premises are in place, supplier relationships have been developed and the infrastructure is ready for a new owner to take over and continue trading.

Ideal for an Owner Operator

The business has deliberately been developed around a low-overhead, owner-operated model, making it particularly attractive to an experienced motor trader or someone looking to take the next step into running their own independent dealership.

For the right person, it provides the opportunity to operate an established business without the significant investment, time and uncertainty normally associated with creating a dealership from the ground up.

There is also scope for a new owner to develop the business further in their own way, whether that means increasing stock levels, expanding the online operation, introducing additional vehicle brands or simply continuing the successful specialist Mini model already established.

Excellent Showroom & Display Facilities

The premises provide an attractive indoor showroom capable of displaying up to eight Minis, together with an extensive outdoor display area capable of accommodating approximately 25 further vehicles.

This provides an excellent platform for maintaining a substantial stock profile while giving a new owner considerable scope to develop the business.

The premises, fixtures and fittings are all in place, meaning the purchaser can take over an operational dealership rather than starting with an empty building.

Stock is Available - Trade from Day One

For a purchaser who wants a seamless transition, existing stock can be made available as part of the sale if required.

This means the new owner can potentially take over the business with vehicles already on site and begin trading immediately, rather than having to spend the first few months sourcing stock and establishing an initial portfolio.

Fixtures and fittings are also included, creating a genuine turnkey acquisition.

Established Suppliers & Business Contacts

The current owner has developed relationships with a network of established suppliers, contractors and other automotive contacts during the operation of the business.

As part of the transition, the current owner is happy to provide an initial handover period and, where appropriate, make introductions to key suppliers and business contacts.

This provides valuable continuity and allows the incoming owner to benefit from the knowledge and experience built up over the last six years.

Why Start from Scratch?

Creating a successful independent dealership takes time. 

Building a recognised name, establishing an online presence, developing customer reviews, creating supplier relationships and putting the necessary infrastructure in place can take years.

Drivewise Cars offers a new owner the opportunity to step straight into an established operation where much of that groundwork has already been completed.

The business combines:

An established brand
A specialist market
A proven trading history
An excellent reputation
An established customer base
Purpose-equipped premises
Low operating overheads
Existing supplier relationships
Stock available if required
Immediate trading capability

A Rare Turnkey Opportunity

For someone looking to own and operate an independent automotive business, this represents an unusual opportunity to acquire an established specialist dealership with a reputation already built and the infrastructure ready to go.

The current owner is now looking to hand the business over to someone who can take Drivewise Cars into its next chapter, build upon the reputation established over the past six years and develop the business further.

Further information, financial details and viewing available upon request.