Used trailer reseller from home

Tradies, farmers, campers, landscapers and households who want a trailer without paying new prices.

You buy below market value and sell for more. The difference covers your costs, such as registration checks, repairs, advertising and insurance, with the remainder as your profit.

• Spotting good-value trailers and checking condition
• Negotiating and pricing
• Writing clear listings and taking good photos
• Basic paperwork and record keeping

• Whether you need a motor dealer licence once you sell regularly, as rules differ by state and territory
• Run a PPSR check on every used trailer so you don't buy one with money owing or a stolen one
• Check the compliance plate, VIN and registration status, and the rules on registering trailers in your state
• Consumer law and statutory warranty obligations may apply to dealer sales, so check what applies
• Public liability and stock insurance, plus council rules for storing stock at home
• Cash tied up in unsold stock

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on how many trailers you buy, cleaning and repairs, and insurance. Cash can get tied up in unsold stock, so consider starting with just a few.

Check whether you need a motor dealer licence once you sell regularly, as rules differ by state and territory. Also check PPSR searches, compliance plate, VIN and registration status, consumer law and statutory warranty obligations, and council rules for storing stock at home.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on how many trailers you sell and their prices. You can start with about 8 hours a week. Check insurance for stock and public liability.