DIY Garage - Who wants to open one with me!

[KFuNk]

After looking into ideas for starting own business and what not I came across someone who has actually opened one however only in America! I haven't heard of such a place in Australia but someone correct me if I'm wrong but this would be great for all Automotive enthusiast as we know such equipment and tools are not cheap.

I know for a fact I would definitely use such a service.

What are your thoughts?

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[Caffeine Fiend]

I like it.

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[zacman]

It's a great idea. I guess the big issue would be mitigating any liabilities with people injuring themselves whilst carrying out works on your property.

[tims]

I'd use it for sure. I'm mechanically skilled ( can use tools ) but no idea and not much confidence to do much to the car that isn't basic electronics.

It'd be even better if you had skilled mechanics on hand to guide / bail out n00bs like me with advice and pointers.

You might even be able to hook up with insurance companies and high schools to teach the basics of safety maintenance ( change a tyre safely, check pressures and fluids etc... ) - there is some instant business for you with a low cost-of-sale.

If you need business help try SBMS small business mentoring services - they'll help you run the numbers, build the business plan etc and they're cheap.

Your main issues will be young people doing stupid things in cars, tool theft/damage, insurance and after-hours break-in's etc. nothing that's a show stopper but just things you need to consider.

Good luck, hope you open a few across the country and make some $$!

[ledfootrob]

Awesome idea, but yeah like @tims said lot of risks involved with tools being stolen and injuries. I always wished something was available such as this for doin things like downpipes. How much easier it could have been

[Doug_MPS6]

It makes sense as we really only need the occasional use of jacks, axle stands, hoists, certain tools like torque wrenches, cat spanners, analysis gear, etc. You need a good environmental setup now for waste and lube disposal, and a solid way of ensuring people don't do dumb things and / or walk off with your gear. As to capital requirements, you could spend a lot in the end but I figure it can be built up gradually.