Highly Reputable Garden Machinery Business for Sale based in Oxfordshire
£45,000
£127,449
£21,625
Overview
Leasehold
1973
- Excellent Reputation
- Very Loyal Customer Base
- Huge Growth Potential
- Strong Supplier Relationships
- Wide Variety of Products & Services
Now on the market is a highly esteemed garden machinery business located in Oxfordshire.
Established in 1973 from a family's deep-rooted love for gardens, this enterprise has thrived over the decades. Its core operations revolve around the sales and repair of garden machinery, specialising in renowned brands like Mountfield, FGM-Claymore, AL-KO, and Cobra.
Offering comprehensive repair and maintenance services for all makes, along with parts supplies and second-hand machinery sales, they cater to a diverse clientele.
This business sells and maintains:
Petrol Grass Trimmers
Lawn Tractors, Lawn Mowers
Petrol Brushcutters
Petrol Rotavators
Petrol Rotary Mowers
Petrol Scarifiers
Petrol Tillers
Petrol Walk Behind Mowers
Ride On Mowers
Shredders, and much more.
Boasting a remarkable 4.5-star rating on Google Reviews, this business enjoys a sterling reputation and a devoted customer following. A satisfied client commended their service, stating, "An excellent service. Thank you. Polite, helpful, quick and efficient. What else can you ask for, I shall move all my garden equipment servicing/repairs here after this experience."
With a customer base predominantly comprised of homeowners, including many loyal locals, the business also serves small businesses and contract gardeners.
This opportunity presents an ideal investment for industry insiders or those seeking a turnkey venture with an established foothold in the market.
Situated in Kidlington near Oxford Airport, this brick-built business unit spans 1250 square feet with an additional 800 square feet on the mezzanine level. It features a well-equipped workshop with four work bays and height-adjustable workbenches, along with approximately £6000 worth of new machinery. Client accessibility is facilitated by a front reception area and parts counter. Additional amenities on the mezzanine level include storage space, a showroom, and an office. The ground floor offers two toilets and kitchen facilities for employee convenience, while security measures like roller shutters, CCTV surveillance, and an alarm system ensure safety.
The lease agreement is for a term of 9 years, from 1st November 2023- 2032. It includes a break clause after 3 years, with a requirement for six months' written notice. Rent reviews occur every 3 years, with fixed uplifts of 5% each third year of the term. Year 1 is £9,750.00+vat pa, paid quarterly in advance.
Refreshing the website and implementing a coordinated content strategy across web, mobile, and social media platforms would greatly benefit the business. Despite the success across the business's Facebook account, a targeted marketing campaign that combines traditional and digital methods would further enhance the company's reach and impact.
Features
Key Information
- Services Offered: Light Industrial Work
Reputation
- Google: 4.5
Online Presence
- Facebook: Yes
Location
- Close to Local Businesses
- On-Site Car Parking
- Limited Competition