MattR

Absolute Chancer, agreed. And more so the finance house. Just before JT says anything too insulting about her. I note that he hasnt so far.

If he wants to put a plate on it, then I'd suggest he is anyway. a dedicated car for picking up stock? unless its a few hundred quids worth of a shitter, thats a waste of money.

JT - just remember you're discussing this in a public forum. I'd suggest you try and get this removed and go to the private lounge. Not 100% unfortunately, but better than being completely exposed.

A 'vehicle health check', more like a fishing trip. When it comes to warranty repairs, you need to have some control. I assume you would've known the repair would have been taking place - not many customers would've gone and got warranty work done without telling you in advance? Talk to the repairer in advance and explain exactly what you sort of behaviour you expect from them. prevents this happening.

Hello and welcome, Tappet 2

I'll say it again. Refuse to entertain any form of conversation with this individual unless via email or post. Make no offers and withdraw the one you have made.

I wouldnt go near them. May be useful if your AT package is for less cars than you have then your non AT stock is at least advertised somewhere, but with AT's 'double stock' offer coming soon, that should cover that base.

A nice intro Kieran To be aware of; think of how much you need to make, especially if there are 2 of you. break that down into a monthly amount and then work out how many cars you need to sell based on your current selling experience and margins. Think how much money you need to have to buy that initial stock of cars and recon money to make sure they are of a standard to sell. You will soon become liable for VAT. Your main responsibility to the customer is the CRA 2015. Take a look at that, and search around the forum for more info about it and warranties. Good Luck

The car has left the country 2years ago, has done 60k, and now theres 'evidence of a poor repair'. Possibility of a poor accident repair in the last 2 years? Yes. He's only trying it on because of the head gasket issue. Play hardball, see you in court etc and cease contact unless by email or letter.

You're too kind Mark, surely its 45p per mile..... RHA seek legal advice! But I'd be making sure the invoice said CAT D. Wink wink

Or, depending on how your business is set up, pay cash into your personal account and transfer it later.

I've never caught a fish. But I have been crabbing.

John. F**k Off.

I dont know, but hope they have a forum we could fill with spam. Its a quiet day!

Agreed re the big diesel repair bills. Injectors, turbos, DMF, DPF, the list goes on. The bigger the car, the more likely it is to be diesel, I honestly dont think the punter has too much choice. When I left the new car world in 2012 about 90% of the passats we were selling were diesel. Most tiguans likewise. Diesel suits the size of the car so much better - Back then the TSi just felt flat in a car that size. So very few bought petrol. Good thing really with the oil consumption issues..... Wait with baited breath for the electrics to come through, but I wont be seeing them for quite some time yet in the 2-5k market!

Likewise!

Get an accountant. And if you sold 2 last week and made 2k, VAT wont be far off. And you will know when you're ready.

Theres plenty of feedback on this forum about CG. Dont think it needs repeating (again)

surely thats 2 k retail? Must be really scruffy!!

Yes, it is time to go to the pub. After you've put your booster on charge anyway

That needs a proper ' to be towed away for spares' invoice

They arent always strong enquiries. But they are Very, very easy for the customer to send, as has been said above. Not sure how easy? Then go onto CG and have a look. The thing is, its really easy to respond too. Just a quick email offering an appointment or call for more info. A minute of your time. I've got plenty of those spare in the day. If they dont come back to me, or it lands in their junk box, thats life. Its significantly less frustrating than the appointment who turns up, drives, announces he has a few more to look at and never comes back and doesnt answer your follow up call. Same result. Theyre always worth a reply. you just don't know what the outcome will be. some good advice above regarding including website and tel no in the ad.

TG, Honestly, whats the worst that can happen? I dont know you're personal circumstances, But there's plenty of people out there who've gone bust and picked themselves up and gone again. Not yet 40? plenty of time for it to go right, go wrong, go right again. Recessions happen every decade or so.

The Consumer marketplace runs on confidence. Take it away or reduce it and there will be a drop. Brexit isnt helping. the last financial issue 10 years ago hasnt been properly sorted out yet, however most on here have done well in that time. Dont panic (yet). I think its DH who says if its quiet, look at what you're doing first. Because you are the only one who can change it.