Things to consider in starting up a AutoParts business - Ford Forums

charlotte143 · 10-07-2009, 13:37

My friend and I are planning to put up a small business after graduation and we are thinking of having a AutoParts store and thats good beacuse we are both car lover. Actually I appreciate All about Car stuffs To tell you honestly my mother and my father have ventured before in this kind of business and it did not succeeded that’s why I am having my second thoughts. My parents actually have a collection of all brands and auto lights,and I just want everything to run smoothly and as partners we want our investment to land an assurance.

Can anybody from you guys guide me on the things that I should consider Your help - would be greatly appreciated.

k9byte · 11-08-2009, 18:34

Friend,
I can tell you it's a very tough, very competitive and very unforgiving business. You'll need a large line of credit or a large bankroll to even get started. You'll need manufacturer contacts, a target customer base, a location without too much competition or previous saturation and a very understanding family.

I highly recommend going to work for someone already in the business to see what it's really about before investing a lot of time and money.

I really hate to discourage and disappoint you, but I'm giving you the reality of it.

Whatever you decide, the very best of luck to you

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