Online car care products shop

Car enthusiasts, everyday motorists, mobile valeters and small garages buying in bulk.

You buy at trade prices and sell at a mark-up, often with kits and bundles to lift the order value. Repeat orders from valeters and enthusiasts help.

• Product knowledge of car care
• Online selling and basic photography
• Order handling and packing

• Many car chemicals are classed as hazardous, so check labelling, storage and postal rules for flammable or corrosive items
• Check the rules on selling to consumers online, including returns rights and clear product information
• Check with your landlord, insurer or mortgage lender before storing stock at home
• Competition from big online retailers, so a clear specialism helps

Startup costs are typically around £1,000 to £6,000, depending on the stock you buy, your website and your packing supplies. These are estimates, so cost your first stock order and storage before you launch.

Monthly revenue is typically around £500 to £4,000, depending on your product range, prices, marketing and the hours you work. The estimate starts from about 8 hours a week. Revenue is not profit, so allow for stock costs.

Many car chemicals are classed as hazardous, so check labelling, storage and postal rules for flammable or corrosive items. Also check the rules on selling to consumers online, including returns rights, and check with your landlord, insurer or mortgage lender about storing stock at home.