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Starting a Car Accessories Business

Car accessories such as body kits, rims, car alarms and stereo systems, enhance both the interior and exterior of cars, trucks and other vehicles. Open a car accessories and installation business to sell these items to those who want to make their vehicle more comfortable and more fun to drive.

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Starting a Car Accessories Business

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  1. Starting a Car Accessories Business Car accessoriessuch as body kits, rims, car alarms and stereo systems, enhance both the interior and exterior of cars, trucks and other vehicles. Open a car accessories and installation business to sell these items to those who want to make their vehicle more comfortable and more fun to drive. Stock a variety of accessories for different types of vehicles. Offer installation services to make purchasing these items more convenient for customers and to encourage repeat business. Create a business plan to help guide you through each stage of business development when starting a car accessories store. List the types of accessories and installation services you plan to offer customers in the first section. List startup costs, such as rent, utilities, labor, upfront costs for accessories, business insurance and marketing costs, in the second section. Outline ways to market your store to customers in the third section. List all management and employee responsibilities in the fourth section. Apply for a business license to operate a car accessories business in your area. Contact the county clerk or small business administration office for information about licensing applications and fees. Apply for an Employer Identification Number through the Internal Revenue Service. Use the EIN on tax and other business forms. Purchase business insurance from a licensed insurance provider. Business insurance helps protect your products from theft or damage. Insurance can also protect business assets in the event of a lawsuit or settlement. Lease commercial retail space from a commercial real estate agent in a busy shopping area or downtown location. This space should be large enough to display various car accessories to attract customers. Retail space should also include storage space for additional items and an area for you to install accessories, such as tire rims and light covers. Purchase car accessories from accessory manufacturers and vendors. Attend local auto trade shows to learn more about what is trendy in car accessories. Purchase bookkeeping and retail software to track sales and monitor inventory. Purchase display racks and shelving to display car accessories. Market your business by creating fliers and business cards. Contact auto repair shops, auto detailing services and stereo installation businesses to ask for referrals. Create a website to showcase the types of car accessories you have in stock. Include contact information, hours of operation and ordering and payment options. List your business in local business directories.

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