Online racing parts and gear store

Weekend racers, small race teams, track day drivers and fans who want gear and apparel.

Markup on each item sold, plus extra margin on bundles such as starter kits for new racers. Shipping and handling fees can add a little more.

• Knowing your chosen racing niche well
• Basic online store setup and product listings
• Customer service and handling returns

• Check your state's rules on sales tax registration and collecting tax on online orders
• Some brands require approval, minimum orders or pricing rules before they let you resell
• Safety gear such as helmets and harnesses can carry liability, so check product liability insurance
• Some performance parts have emissions rules, such as in California, so check what you can legally sell for street use
• If you hold stock at home, check your lease or HOA rules

Estimates typically run around $1,000 to $8,000, depending on whether you dropship or hold stock, your store setup and how much inventory you buy. Check brand approval and minimum order rules before you commit.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated around $500 to $5,000, depending on your niche, product range, pricing and how many orders you handle. Treat these as estimates, not promises.

Check your state's rules on sales tax registration and collecting tax on online orders. Also check brand approval and pricing rules for resale, product liability insurance for safety gear, and emissions rules (such as in California) for parts used on the street.