grant8064 219 Posted May 16, 2018 We usually run at around 70 prepped cars in stock...currently on close to 90 so says a lot about how prices have been round our way lately. Nice to be able to buy stuff but have not seen a genuine buyer for about seven days now. Even the part ex cheapies are struggling. Taken four viewings for someone to finally agree to a Mazda 3 with good history in genuinely good order (no underside rot) with a fresh ticket for £1995. And even then they wanted an extended warranty and re gas thrown in (not happening obviously). When even the cheap stuffs struggling you know it's bad. Recessions on it's way lads. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EPV 631 Posted May 16, 2018 23 minutes ago, grant8064 said: We usually run at around 70 prepped cars in stock...currently on close to 90 so says a lot about how prices have been round our way lately. Nice to be able to buy stuff but have not seen a genuine buyer for about seven days now. Even the part ex cheapies are struggling. Taken four viewings for someone to finally agree to a Mazda 3 with good history in genuinely good order (no underside rot) with a fresh ticket for £1995. And even then they wanted an extended warranty and re gas thrown in (not happening obviously). When even the cheap stuffs struggling you know it's bad. Recessions on it's way lads. Sounds like it’s already here! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lakeside 94 Posted May 16, 2018 41 minutes ago, twerp said: Where was that ? Derby and P'boro are never cheap ! Wolverhampton. I didn’t watch it, just what I’ve been told. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo9 26 Posted May 16, 2018 1 hour ago, twerp said: Where was that ? Derby and P'boro are never cheap ! Blackbushe still bonkers in my experience today too 1 hour ago, EPV said: Sounds like it’s already here! Did we come out of the last one then ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark101 536 Posted May 16, 2018 1 hour ago, Lakeside said: Wolverhampton. I didn’t watch it, just what I’ve been told. I was there today and it was ok but no steals - just one DS3 for me. Assured worked for me though - said engine was noisy and static gear selection needed attention - utter rubbish, drives sweat and gears spot on??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arfur Dealy 823 Posted May 17, 2018 Certainly not cheap in the Southwest. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Autolink100 34 Posted May 17, 2018 13 hours ago, tradex said: Paddock Wood still has gold bars in the glove box. Too true. Mental down there yesterday especially the Motorline section Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
It's me 615 Posted May 17, 2018 utter madness at the mo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ocsltd 133 Posted May 18, 2018 I was at BCA Peterborough today, watched a 1998 Volvo V70 2.0 Auto, was a 1 owner, great history, 57,000 miles, but was grade 4, flat battery, ABS light on, exhaust was blowing and made £1350 online!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tradegirl 112 Posted May 18, 2018 So quiet here too. Got ours well underpriced, and still nothing. Been dipping back into the trade the past couple of months, and not sure this job will enough to support us for longterm. I may have missed a thread or be stating the obvious, but did anyone else notice a hit on sales the past couple of years when leasing really took off? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EPV 631 Posted May 18, 2018 If your target audience is 1 year old cars I can see why leasing would affect you. But someone who wants to spend £4-5k on a Focus or £7-8k on a Mercedes won’t lease a Kia or Ford respectively just because the monthlies look nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jack Regan 116 Posted May 18, 2018 Jobs fooked ... 1 half busy week a month then the tap turns itself off, i should of payed more attention at school. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SC Derby 259 Posted May 19, 2018 we just sold one through pre loved Is that one of motors feeds? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NOACROSS 414 Posted May 19, 2018 I just rang myself to check the phone was working Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James01 21 Posted May 19, 2018 First appointment of the day is a now show. 1 more booked in for 2pm so fingers crossed. Royal wedding and fa cup final will keep most busy today! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MattR 177 Posted May 19, 2018 had 2 people turn up on the same car within 10 minutes of each other, amazing what a price reduction can do. Fortunately the first Billy went before the second one turned up, so no fighting. Second customer bought it after sitting in it for a minute. Waiting for someone else now who I've valued the part ex for over the phone based on their description - this could be interesting Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Ayers 171 Posted May 19, 2018 No phone calls 2 sales + 1 strong possibility. (Just needs to check with boyfriend) 6 for the week. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MattR 177 Posted May 19, 2018 9 minutes ago, James01 said: First appointment of the day is a now show. 1 more booked in for 2pm so fingers crossed. Royal wedding and fa cup final will keep most busy today! And its bank holiday next weekend! Anyone got a spare noose? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ocsltd 133 Posted May 19, 2018 Been dead this month but did one yesterday and one today so things are picking up, a bit.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AutoJacob 34 Posted May 19, 2018 Did one the other day, one this morning and one this afternoon. It can only get better! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rory RSC 596 Posted May 19, 2018 6 today up to 35 for the month here. Just put the hours in and get them gone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andymc1973 199 Posted May 19, 2018 wow Rory you must have someone to run their eye over the cars with those sales Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SC Derby 259 Posted May 22, 2018 We've really picked up, we've done the same amount business since last Friday as we did in first two weeks of the month. If it carries on May could really prove fruitful here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NOACROSS 414 Posted May 22, 2018 Still hard work on the south coast but slowly, slowly catchy monkey.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arfur Dealy 823 Posted May 22, 2018 Absolutely deader that a dead mans dead bit. Just 3 for the month.... this is my worst month ever. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
