For Sale : Outstanding Commercial Vehicle Servicing and Repair Business

Business Profile:
This independently owned and operated company has been running successfully for over 40 years. It was formed to offer repairs and servicing for commercial vehicles. It has developed an enviable reputation for providing an outstanding quality of service and a wide range of services and solutions for a range of customers including fleet managers.

The current services provided are:

1. Servicing & Repairs
Servicing and Repairs for trucks & trailers, vans and bus fleets, coaches, tractors and cars. Eberspacher and Webasto cab heater service and repairs.

2. Air Conditioning
The company services, re-charges / gas all makes of air conditioning units for coaches,
buses, minibuses, farm tractors, trucks and cars.

3. Tachographs
The company is approved by DVSA for the installation and calibration of both Digital &
Analogue tachographs and speed limiters. In addition to tachographs, they are able to
repair, supply and fit many types of speed limiter.

4. MOT Testing
MOT testing for Class 4 car and motorhome, Class 5 minibus and Class 7 commercial van up to 3,500Kg. MOT preparation work for heavy truck and bus.

5. Auto-Electrics
Electrical fault finding, rewiring, ABS repairs and full electrical services for cars, trucks,
coaches and buses.

Technology:
All necessary equipment is in place required to run the business. A full inventory of equipment is available to all interested parties.

Growth and Expansion:
The business would benefit from a more interactive website and greater online digital
presence and there is also the ability to gain larger commercial contracts by targeting
procurement transport servicing contracts.
With the current team, facilities and equipment there is significant room for expansion.

There are multiple opportunities to upsell and cross sell to existing clients with such a
broad range of services.

Advertising:
The business has profited mainly from strong word of mouth referrals, recommendations and the long-standing reputation in the area.

The business has a website with contact details, services and a location map.

Further business could be generated by a clear social media campaign with a range of SEO and PPC advertising.

Employees:
The business is supported by 6 staff including:
2 Directors
4 Technicians (3 full time and 1 part time)

Business Hours:
Monday to Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday: 8.00am - 1.00pm
Sunday: Closed

Premises:
The business operates from secure premises with ample parking. The premises are substantial and comprise two well-equipped workshops totaling circa 5,286 square feet, with state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, multiple bays and large inspection pits to handle the high volume of work and is completely equipped to handle all phases of repairs. A relatively newly built office complex adjoins the workshops for administration.

The freehold of the property is owned personally by the current directors and is available for purchase separately at £550,000.