Used tyre shop with fitting bay
Sell checked second-hand tyres to budget-minded drivers and fit them on the spot.
- A$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
A small workshop or unit that buys in used tyres, inspects and sorts them by size and tread, then sells and fits them for local drivers.
Your first three steps
- Visit a few local tyre shops to compare used tyre prices and fitting fees
- Price up a small unit and the key kit: tyre changer, balancer, compressor and racking
- Line up reliable suppliers of used tyres and set a written inspection checklist
Who pays
Drivers on a budget, owners of older cars, small trade and delivery businesses, and people needing a quick replacement.
How it makes money
Profit on the price of each tyre plus a fitting and balancing fee. Extra income from puncture repairs and selling tyres to other trade buyers.
Skills that help
- Tyre fitting and balancing
- Judging tyre condition and safety
- Customer service
- Basic stock management
Watch out for
- Check your state or territory rules on selling used tyres, including minimum tread depth, age and damage standards
- Check with your local council about zoning and approval for a workshop, and about tyre storage and disposal
- Public liability and product liability insurance, since faulty fitting or a bad tyre could cause an accident
- Check how to dispose of worn-out tyres legally, as there are often fees and licensed collectors
- Fitting needs training and safe use of machinery, so check what workplace safety rules apply
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Everything you need to start: used tyre shop with fitting bay
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 used tyre shop in Australia?
Startup costs are typically around $15,000 to $60,000, depending on your premises, fitting and balancing equipment and how much tyre stock you buy in. Costs vary with the size and fit-out of your workshop.
How much can a used tyre shop earn?
Monthly revenue is typically around $4,000 to $20,000, depending on your location, stock range and how many drivers you fit each week. These figures are estimates only and not guaranteed.
What rules should I check before selling used tyres?
Things to check include your state or territory rules on used tyres (tread depth, age, damage), council zoning for a workshop, tyre storage and legal disposal, product liability insurance, and workplace safety rules and training for fitting.
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