Online race and track car broker
Sell used race and track-day cars online for owners and teams, earning a commission or margin per sale.
- A$2k-10k
- Side hustle
- From home
- Licence or permit needed
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
A home-based business that finds, lists and sells used race cars, track-day cars and club-level competition cars. You photograph and advertise them online, handle enquiries and organise inspections and handover. Cars are held on consignment at the owner's place or in rented storage, so you carry little stock.
Your first three steps
- Check with your state's motor dealer licensing body whether your consignment or resale activity needs a licence, and what it costs
- Build a simple website and social pages, and take quality photos of a few cars from owners you know at local circuit days and club meets
- Write a consignment agreement and a pre-sale checklist covering PPSR check, identity of the seller and condition notes, and get it reviewed by a professional
Who pays
Motorsport enthusiasts, track-day regulars, club racers and small race teams buying, plus owners and teams selling who want help reaching buyers.
How it makes money
A commission or flat fee per car sold on consignment, or a margin on the occasional car you buy and resell. Income is lumpy, with a few larger sales rather than steady daily trade.
Skills that help
- Strong knowledge of motorsport and race car classes
- Good photography and clear ad writing
- Negotiating and building trust with buyers and sellers
Watch out for
- Motor dealer or car agent licensing differs by state and territory, so check before you advertise or take any cars on consignment
- Check each car on the PPSR for finance owing, and confirm it is not stolen or written off
- Race-only cars may not be registrable for road use, and Motorsport Australia rules and logbooks can affect eligibility, so be clear with buyers
- Australian Consumer Law and statutory warranty rules may apply, so check what you must disclose
- Public liability and, if needed, garage keepers or motor trader insurance, plus a safe place to store cars
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Everything you need to start: online race and track car broker
Researched with live web search for Australia: real startup prices, the licences and rules, what others charge, a break-even example, how to find your first customers and a 30-day launch plan. With sources.
- Startup costs with real prices
- Licences, registration and rules
- Pricing: what others charge
- Break-even example
- Finding your first customers
- 30-day launch plan
- Risks and how to reduce them
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to start a race car brokerage in Australia?
Startup costs are typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on your advertising, photography gear, insurance and any rented storage. Cars are held on consignment, so you carry little stock.
How much can a race car broker earn?
Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $1,500 to $7,500, depending on how many cars you sell and the commission or margin on each sale. Earnings can vary from month to month.
What licences and rules should I check before selling race cars?
Check motor dealer or car agent licensing in your state or territory before advertising or taking cars on consignment. Also check PPSR for finance owing, whether race-only cars are registrable, Motorsport Australia rules, Australian Consumer Law disclosure, and insurance.
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