Philip Nothard 26 Posted October 23, 2013 What's the general feeling by the dealers about the supply/volume of stock through the final quarter? With a potential over flow from September, new cars dripping through into October and November due to delayed orders; will this generate the much-needed supply of retail cars? As many supermarkets, dealer groups and a selection of independents look to source stock ready for January, either sales marketing or to 'beat', any price rises generated from the rush of activity. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carmangear 1 Posted October 23, 2013 Footfall is OK for the time of year and a little above last year so 6% more stock above last year should be OK. There might be a clue in the Network Q £500 offer of retail support, it states 10,000 cars in the 'Q' divide that number by the list of dealers and whilst perhaps not overstocked, Network Q cars are late plate and dealers prefer £4-8k stock and that should be circa 50%. So late plate overstock could be the issue. Not overstocking but poor mix? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Entwistle 96 Posted October 24, 2013 Low mileage mid age stock ( 3 to 5yrs) is in short supply as many people chose not to replace when the recession hit, i've seen an increase in higher mileage stock coming onto the market in recent months, likely a result of the above. I think the newer stock also reflects peoples buying habits when the economic environment was uncertain, with more cheaper models and marques and less mid range stuff ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
