Online car accessories store

Everyday drivers, 4WD and ute owners, car enthusiasts, and small garages or fleets buying in bulk.

You mark up products from wholesalers or importers and sell them at retail price. Bundles such as a cleaning kit or a mat and cover set help lift the average order value.

• Sourcing reliable suppliers
• Online selling and basic product photos
• Customer service and handling returns

• Australian Consumer Law: refunds, guarantees and honest product descriptions
• Aftermarket lights and some other parts may not be road legal under state rules or Australian Design Rules, so check before selling
• Product safety standards and import rules if you bring in stock yourself, check with the ACCC and Home Affairs
• GST registration once your turnover reaches the threshold, and council approval if you store stock at home
• Postage costs and returns can erode margins on bulky items

Startup costs are estimates, typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on your stock, website and packaging. Monthly revenue is typically around $1,500 to $7,500 as an estimate, depending on your range, suppliers and how you reach drivers.

Check Australian Consumer Law on refunds, guarantees and honest descriptions. Aftermarket lights and some parts may not be road legal under state rules or Australian Design Rules. Also check product safety and import rules with the ACCC and Home Affairs, GST and council approval.

You need to source reliable suppliers, sell online with decent product photos, and handle customers and returns. As an estimate, plan on at least around 10 hours a week. Postage and returns can erode margins on bulky items.