Diesel engine dealer with a small yard or unit

Local mechanics and workshops, trucking and farm operators, mining and construction contractors, 4WD owners and engine fitters.

Margin on each engine sold, plus extras such as freight, exchange cores, fitting kits and extended warranty options.

• Solid diesel engine knowledge and the ability to assess condition
• Buying and pricing stock
• Customer service with trade buyers
• Safe lifting and handling of heavy parts

• Check your state EPA and council rules for storing oil, fluids and dismantled parts, and for any wrecker or recycler licence
• Check state rules for second-hand dealers and keep records of engine numbers and where each engine came from
• Imported used engines may need to meet customs and biosecurity cleanliness rules, so check with the relevant federal department
• Australian Consumer Law guarantees and your own warranty terms, as faulty engines can lead to costly claims
• Stock tied up in heavy items can strain cash flow if sales are slow
• Public liability, product liability and property insurance, plus safe manual handling and lifting equipment

Startup costs are typically around $30,000 to $120,000, depending on your rent, how much stock you buy, lifting equipment and insurance. These are estimates, and stock tied up in heavy items can strain cash flow if sales are slow.

Check state EPA and council rules for storing oil, fluids and dismantled parts, plus any wrecker or recycler licence and second-hand dealer rules. Also check customs and biosecurity rules for imported engines, Australian Consumer Law guarantees, and your insurance.

Monthly revenue is typically around $15,000 to $70,000, depending on your stock range, pricing and trade customers. Expect at least about 35 hours a week. This is revenue before rent, stock and other costs, not profit.