Online performance and racing parts store

Club motorsport competitors, track day drivers, weekend car modifiers and small race workshops.

You earn the margin between wholesale and retail price on each part, plus shipping charges. Repeat customers and bundles for particular car models help lift sales.

• Good knowledge of cars and motorsport
• Online selling and basic website skills
• Customer service and product advice
• Stock and order management

• Check Australian Consumer Law obligations on refunds, warranties and accurate product descriptions
• Some parts, such as harnesses, seats and helmets, may need to meet standards or motorsport body rules, so check with the relevant bodies like Motorsport Australia
• Parts that change a road car may be affected by state vehicle modification rules, so make it clear which parts are for competition use only and check with your state road authority
• GST registration is required once turnover reaches the threshold
• Public liability and product liability insurance, and the risk of tying up cash in slow-moving stock

Estimates are typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on your website, how much stock you hold and whether suppliers ship direct to customers. Slow-moving stock can tie up cash, so start with fast sellers.

Check Australian Consumer Law obligations on refunds, warranties and accurate descriptions. Some parts, like harnesses, seats and helmets, may need to meet standards or Motorsport Australia rules. State vehicle modification rules may apply, so check with your state road authority.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on your product range, pricing and marketing. Plan for at least 10 hours a week. GST registration applies once turnover reaches the threshold.