Online race and track-day car broker

Owners moving on from a car, racing teams clearing out older cars, and buyers who want help finding a safe, well-prepared car.

A commission or flat fee per sale, plus optional paid extras like sourcing a car for a buyer or arranging a pre-purchase inspection. Income comes in lumps, so some months are quiet.

• Knowledge of club racing and track-day cars
• Honest, detailed advertising and photography
• Negotiating and dealing with enthusiasts

• Selling cars for others regularly may count as dealing, so check with your provincial regulator (for example OMVIC in Ontario, AMVIC in Alberta) whether you need a dealer or broker licence
• Ownership and liens: check each car's paperwork and any registered liens before you list it
• Safety items such as harnesses, seats, fire systems and roll cages can expire or fail class rules, so check dates and be clear about condition
• Sales tax (GST/HST or provincial taxes) can apply to your commission or the sale, so check with the CRA or an accountant
• Check commercial general liability and garage-keepers cover if you hold or show other people's cars

Estimated startup costs are typically around $1,500 to $7,500, depending on photography, advertising and any rented storage. Cars usually stay with owners, so you avoid buying stock upfront.

Selling cars for others regularly may count as dealing, so check with your provincial regulator (for example OMVIC in Ontario or AMVIC in Alberta) about a dealer or broker licence. Also check each car's paperwork and liens, and whether sales tax applies to your commission.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on how many cars you sell and your commission or fee. Plan on roughly 8 or more hours a week at the low end.