Used Auto Sales Business Plan
Used Auto Sales Business Plan
Used Auto Sales Business Plan
Buisness Plan:
Used Auto Sales
Submitted to:
Sir Muhammad Faisal
Submitted By:
Muhammad Mehrab Aslam
(2014-EE-486)
Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
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There is a need in Lane County for a large selection of quality used cars, and
Integrity Auto Sales will sell these top-quality used vehicles at a competitive
price. The owner and sales manager have over 30 years of combined
experience in new and used auto sales. We will continue to develop our
excellent working relationship with local dealers and auctions to bring the
savings to the customer.
Chart: Highlights
1.1 Objectives
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1.2 Mission
Integrity Auto Sales provides a unique car buying experience to the customers
in the Willamette Valley. One that focuses on customer satisfaction first. We
understand that vehicle purchasing is a necessary, but sometimes unpleasant
experience. Our goal is to provide the customer with an enjoyable, honest
service by satisfying individual customers practical transportation needs with a
quality product.
We also believe it is important to have quality vehicles at a low cost, and will
back each vehicle with a 30 day limited warranty. Our company will make a
profit by generating sales. It will provide job satisfaction and fair compensation
to its employees, and a fair return to its owners. Hard work and performance is
rewarded through bonuses and commissions. Job satisfaction is very important
for employees and owners, we will create a work environment that is enjoyable
and profitable for all.
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Almost 90% of start-up costs will go to assets. Start-up costs will be financed
through a combination of owner's investment, short-term loans (VA business
loan), and long-term borrowing. The start-up chart shows the distribution of
financing.
Chart: Start-up
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Table: Start-up
Start-up
Requirements
Start-up Expenses
Legal Rs500
Stationery etc. Rs200
Advertising Rs1,000
Consultants (Accountant) Rs500
Rent Rs4,000
Expensed Equipment Rs4,500
Internet Web page Rs1,000
Other Rs500
Total Start-up Expenses Rs12,200
Start-up Assets
Cash Required Rs67,800
Start-up Inventory Rs50,000
Other Current Assets Rs0
Long-term Assets Rs0
Total Assets Rs117,800
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Start-up Funding
Start-up Expenses to Fund Rs12,200
Start-up Assets to Fund Rs117,800
Total Funding Required Rs130,000
Assets
Non-cash Assets from Start-up Rs50,000
Cash Requirements from Start-up Rs67,800
Additional Cash Raised Rs0
Cash Balance on Starting Date Rs67,800
Total Assets Rs117,800
Liabilities
Current Borrowing Rs100,000
Long-term Liabilities Rs0
Accounts Payable (Outstanding Bills) Rs0
Other Current Liabilities (interest-free) Rs0
Total Liabilities Rs100,000
Capital
Planned Investment
Owner #1 Rs20,000
Owner #2 Rs10,000
Additional Investment Requirement Rs0
Total Planned Investment Rs30,000
• The company office is located at 12345 HWY 99, Junction City, OR 97666.
• The office is approximately 1,000 square feet and has ample space for the
first three years of growth.
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• The 20,000 square foot lot and building is leased from the principal owner.
3.0 Products
Vehicles are purchased weekly, to add to the current stock on hand. Each
vehicle is thoroughly inspected by an ASE mechanic with over 25 years of
experience. Only vehicles that pass this critical 26 point inspection are sold on
site.
Integrity Auto Sales sells all types of used vehicles, from sports cars to RVs. We
cater to each customer individually, to satisfy their own practical needs. We
buy only the best used vehicles at or below wholesale in order to bring the
savings to the customers. Each vehicle is thoroughly inspected by an ASE
mechanic with over 25 years of experience. We also offer an auto finding
service to customers. If we do not have the vehicle they want in stock, we will
find one for them.
Integrity Auto Sales has several advantages over its leading competitor:
3.3 Sourcing
Sourcing is critical for any enterprise, and has a direct impact on vehicle
pricing. Our primary source for used cars is the local dealers (Romania, Lithia,
Kendall, Kiefer's, and Guaranty) who wholesale vehicles to reduce a large used
car inventory. We will thoroughly inspect each vehicle and select only the best
to maintain a high quality of inventory. We will purchase vehicles bi-monthly
through Brashers Auto Auction in Eugene, and the Portland Auto Auction. We
will also provide a consignment service, by exception, for quality vehicles that
are in demand, for a 15% handling fee. Lastly, we will take limited trades of
used vehicles, ensuring resale value at or above wholesale price. The majority
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Almost everyone needs a car to get from point A to B. Many families have two
or more cars. Due to the recent success of the new car market, there is a large
inventory of used cars available for re-sale. New car sales have enjoyed the
largest single month gain in October 2001, up 24%.
Our market segmentation will consist of four basic segments; students, retired,
families, and singles.
Students will include high school and college age students who need a safe
and economical car. This group is concerned with price, flashy looks, and being
cool. These drivers tend to be less educated and will buy on impulse paying
more for less car. They will also buy cars more often than others, on average
every two to three years.
The retired group will focus on practicality. Cost may be less important than
quality and features. This group wants comfortable, nicely equipped vehicles at
a reasonable price. They will want a vehicle that will last for years.
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Families will focus on safe, practical vehicles. Something that will last for
years, can fetch groceries, carry the kids, and perform long trips. Many will be
on a budget, and price may be a big factor. They will shop around and educate
themselves on vehicles, shopping for a specific make or model.
The last group is the singles. They are similar to the students in that they want
flashly cool cars, but may be a working professional who can afford to pay
more for a higher-quality vehicle.
The Market Analysis pie chart shows an average increase of 10% in potential
customers. Many of these groups will want to trade up for a newer or more
expensive vehicle at a later date. This will create an ever increasing market for
used car buyers.
Market
Analysis
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
Potential Growth CAGR
Customers
Students 10% 45,000 49,500 54,450 59,895 65,885 10.00%
Retired 12% 60,000 67,200 75,264 84,296 94,412 12.00%
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We focus on providing for the average car buyer first. Our focus will be on
those most likely to purchase low-end, low-cost vehicles (highest profit
margin). The students, families, retired, and singles have very different needs
and wants. We will focus on each group separately, and prioritize our efforts.
We will look at every customer as a potential repeat customer, reference, or
spokesperson for other car buyers.
1. There is a real need for a highly professional used car dealer who can
provide quality vehicles at competitive prices, in a pleasant purchasing
environment.
2. There is also a practical need for new car dealers to move a large used car
inventory that takes up valuable space on their lots.
1. New car sales have boomed over the last five years. This has contributed to
a large supply of quality used cars and a 14% growth in used car sales.
October 2001 had a record sales increase of 24%. Consumers recognize the
value of a good used car, and are willing to pay for it. Even those consumers
who would be more prone to purchasing a new vehicle are now purchasing
used.
2. Lower interest rates, and a slow economy are creating an opportunity for
buyers to purchase more car for the same price. Used car loans are currently
as low as 6%. Typically many have paid as much as 10-12%. The
consumers savings are in the thousands for a long-term loan.
3. Specific vehicles, like SUVs and trucks are more popular and have sold
better than passenger cars.
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4. Recreational vehicles are becoming more popular for travel after the terrorist
attacks on the World Trade Center September 11. Travelers are choosing to
travel shorter distances and enjoy local destinations. This includes increased
use of RVs, ORVs, and boating.
According to available market information, used car sales have risen 14%.
Spending on used cars continues to rise, despite a slowing economy. As
population increases in the area, so will the need for vehicles. Another strength
is the fact that people are keeping cars for a shorter period of time before
trading or selling. The average driver buys a new (or used) vehicle every four
years. Vehicles are also maintaining more value. The result is continued
increases in sales and profit margins.
Used car dealers are notorious for unethical sales practices. Customers are
inherently cautious and untrusting as a result. The more we can provide a high-
quality sales experience, the more successful we will be. Our salesmen will
provide a friendly and personal experience for the buyer. We will follow up and
ensure customer satisfaction. We will rely on these customers for an excellent
reference to other car buyers. This company will build an excellent working
relationship with our suppliers and customers.
Used car sales in the area are still relatively average in size. Dealers have
varying degrees of success based primarily on location, products, and the sales
team assembled. Quality sales personnel are usually not adequately
compensated for their services, and as a result they tend to move from one
dealer to the next.
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Our closest, similar competitors are AA Auto Sales, Big Apple Car Sales, Frank's
Auto Place, Guaranty, R & L Motors, and Sierra Truck, all on Hwy 99 between
Eugene and Junction City.
• The primary competitors will be those in and around Junction City. Guaranty
is a large, well-established dealer, with approximately 75% of the local
market share. Guaranty has a large operation with a well-trained sales staff.
Our sales manager is a former Guaranty sales manager, who understands
the competition's operations very well.
The other competitive edge we need to develop is the buying experience and
reputation as a local leader in customer satisfaction. This advantage is
important to us because we rely on word of mouth to generate additional
customers. Integrity is our difference.
Our marketing strategy will focus on two segments. Those segments are
described in the following subtopics. We will implement a strategy that treats
customers as a community. This means our marketing resources will be
centered around advertising both sales promotions (events) and personal sales
(customer service, friendly atmosphere).
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The following table and charts give a run-down on forecasted sales. We expect
sales to increase at a slow rate per month for each product in the first year.
From June through September we expect minimal growth during our start-up
period. October through December we expect decreased sales due to historical
trends, and a depreciation in value based on less demand. February
through August we expect increased sales growth again. In 2004 and 2005, we
expect solid steady sales growth as Integrity Auto Sales claims a larger market
share. We expect increased sales in lower-priced vehicles, and this will be our
primary product that yields the highest margin. We feel this sales forecast is
realistic based on the market analysis of similar businesses performance. The
opportunities for used car sales has increased with the high sales of new
vehicles, increasing the number of quality late model used vehicles in the
market. More new car buyers directly effect the number of used cars available.
The current low interest rates also have a positive impact on the high-end
vehicle purchases. The population growth in the area creates a need for more
vehicles as well.
The risks involved with this forecast include technology and the need for low
impact environment friendly transportation. Older used cars tend to be less
efficient, and will become less popular. Current hybrid vehicles are priced
extremely high, and car makers have not found an economical answer for
consumers. We estimate conservative earnings from selling extended
warranties and from selling loans (we will sell the loan for the lender).
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Note: For vehicle purchases, the per-unit price of inventory purchases includes
the cost of detailing vehicles.
Sales Forecast
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Unit Sales
Low-end vehicles 298 320 345
Average vehicles 154 162 170
High-end vehicles 79 85 90
Loan sales 166 175 200
Warranty sales 136 140 150
Other/consignments 49 50 50
Total Unit Sales 882 932 1,005
Sales
Low-end vehicles Rs596,000 Rs704,000 Rs828,000
Average vehicles Rs766,900 Rs826,200 Rs884,000
High-end vehicles Rs786,700 Rs867,000 Rs945,000
Loan sales Rs66,400 Rs70,000 Rs80,000
Warranty sales Rs27,200 Rs28,000 Rs30,000
Other/consignments Rs245,000 Rs255,000 Rs260,000
Total Sales Rs2,488,200 Rs2,750,200 Rs3,027,000
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Sales programs will include sales awards for the highest sales, bonuses, and
customer service awards for those employees who best exemplify Integrity's
commitment to customers.
We depend on our alliance with local new car dealers and auction houses to
maintain our inventory. This relationship is crucial to our success and will be
placed ahead of petty differences. Our financial relations with these groups will
be handled in a timely and accurate manner. We need to make sure that the
personnel, and especially the ownership, of our allies are aware of our support
and reciprocation. We will also depend on outside sources for professional
development of our sales staff.
5.4 Milestones
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The milestone table shows purchasing, and marketing goals. What the table
doesn't show is the commitment behind it. Our business plan includes complete
provisions for plan-vs.-actual analysis, and we will hold follow-up meetings
every month to discuss the variance and course corrections, and a final plan
review on 5/1/02.
Table: Milestones
Milestones
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Chart: Milestones
Integrity has a long-term plan of developing a Web page through Yahoo! that
customers can visit and view a list of current inventory. We anticipate being
operational within four months of opening. This would allow those customers
who are seeking a specific vehicle to save time by looking before they come.
We will include photos and general information for each vehicle.
We will measure success through the hit counter and customer feedback, and
re-evaluate or modify the Web page as necessary.
The Integrity website will be initially developed with few technical resources. A
simple hosting provider, Yahoo! Web services, will host the site and provide the
technical back end.
Integrity will work with a contracted user interface designer (university student)
to develop the simple, Internet-focused site. The maintenance of the site will be
done by the Integrity employees themselves. Integrity can also look into pre-
packaged solutions through Yahoo! Web hosting.
Integrity will start with four initial employees. The owner will manage over all
operations and the sales manager will manage all buying and selling of
inventory. A records clerk and lot attendant will also be hired initially.
Once the gross margin and cash flow will support it, we will hire an additional
salesman and lot attendants (tentatively four to six months).
The personnel plan and monthly salary is included in the following table. It
shows the owner's monthly salary of Rs3,500, followed by the sales manager of
Rs2,500 plus a 20% (after cost) sales commission. The
secretary/administration will earn Rs2,000 per month and the lot attendant is
paid Rs1,200 per month. Bonuses will be paid for monthly sales that exceed
forecasted sales, to all employees. As the business grows, additional salesmen
and a lot attendant will be added.
Table: Personnel
Personnel Plan
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Production Personnel
Owner/Manager Rs42,000 Rs50,000 Rs60,000
Other Rs0 Rs0 Rs0
Subtotal Rs42,000 Rs50,000 Rs60,000
Other Personnel
Accountant Rs2,000 Rs2,000 Rs2,000
Other Rs0 Rs0 Rs0
Subtotal Rs2,000 Rs2,000 Rs2,000
Total People 0 0 0
1. Growth will be moderate to good, cash flows steady with several months of
loss in 2001-2002.
3. The company will invest residual profits (10%) into financial markets and
approximately 50% into company expansion for the first year.
We will accept credit cards and trade-ins of any value. Credit cards will have a
negative affect on cash flow in that we may not be paid for several days. Trade-
ins will also impact cash flow in that they are an asset and have no real value
until sold. We will have to limit the number of credit transactions, and only take
in quality trades at a wholesale price to facilitate turning a quick profit. The
personnel burden is very low because benefits are not paid to part-timers. And
the short-term interest rate is extraordinarily low because of current market
rates.
The other assumption is that current market conditions will remain for the next
two to three years. Low rates will have a positive impact on sales and lending
for the short term.
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General Assumptions
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Plan Month 1 2 3
Current Interest Rate 7.00% 7.00% 7.00%
Long-term Interest Rate 10.00% 10.00% 10.00%
Tax Rate 30.00% 30.00% 30.00%
Other 0 0 0
The following chart shows that inventory turnover speeds up as sales increase.
This correlation is important when evaluating past inventory control techniques.
Chart: Benchmarks
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The following break-even analysis table has been completed on the basis of
average costs/prices. With average per unit sold costs and average variable
costs as shown, the table calculates what we need to make per month,
or sell in units, to break even each month.
Break-even Analysis
Assumptions:
Average Per-Unit Revenue Rs2,821.09
Average Per-Unit Variable Cost Rs1,983.11
Estimated Monthly Fixed Cost Rs14,813
Chart: Break-even
Analysis
negative flow. Again a steady increase in positive cash flow until another slow
loss in May. For year 2002-2003 we see a solid overall increase. All cash flow
over 50% will be re-invested into the company. At least 10% of which will be
invested in long-term assets. We will reserve up to 5% for bonuses, sales
awards, and professional training.
Chart: Cash
The key to increasing overall sales is to focus on acquiring vehicles at, or below,
wholesale price. Operating, advertising and consulting costs will increase at a
slower rate than sales and profit in the next three years. Normally, a start-up
company will operate with negative profits through the first two years. We
predict a positive gross margin during 2003, increasing modestly to 2005. This
optimistic projection is based on the sales strategy and market
analysis. Projected sales will support continued operations, and final success
will be based on actual sales and an increasing gross margin.
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Operating Expenses
Other Expenses:
Other Payroll Rs2,000 Rs2,000 Rs2,000
Consultants Rs0 Rs0 Rs0
Contract/Consultants-Accountant Rs1,600 Rs1,200 Rs1,200
Review Books
Total Other Expenses Rs3,600 Rs3,200 Rs3,200
Other % 0.14% 0.12% 0.11%
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As you can see in the projected balance sheet, our net worth will rise steadily
each month and year. This is an increase in working capital and will fund future
projects and expansion.
Current Assets
Cash Rs629,006 Rs1,086,420 Rs1,696,638
Inventory Rs210,100 Rs172,739 Rs175,996
Other Current Assets Rs0 Rs0 Rs0
Total Current Assets Rs839,106 Rs1,259,158 Rs1,872,634
Long-term Assets
Long-term Assets Rs0 Rs0 Rs0
Accumulated Depreciation Rs400 Rs900 Rs1,500
Total Long-term Assets (Rs400) (Rs900) (Rs1,500)
Total Assets Rs838,706 Rs1,258,258 Rs1,871,134
Current Liabilities
Accounts Payable Rs212,830 Rs172,563 Rs185,617
Current Borrowing Rs226,000 Rs202,000 Rs178,000
Other Current Liabilities Rs0 Rs0 Rs0
Subtotal Current Liabilities Rs438,830 Rs374,563 Rs363,617
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Business ratios for the years of this plan are shown below. Industry profile
ratios based on the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code 5521, (NAICS
441120) Used Car Dealers, are shown for comparison.
Table: Ratios
Ratio Analysis
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Industry
Profile
Sales Growth n.a. 10.53% 10.06% 14.00%
Percent of Sales
Sales 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00%
Gross Margin 28.02% 32.17% 36.34% 18.90%
Selling, General & 13.87% 15.62% 15.73% 10.20%
Administrative Expenses
Advertising Expenses 0.56% 0.17% 0.20% 1.30%
Profit Before Interest and 20.87% 25.79% 29.98% 1.10%
Taxes
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Main Ratios
Current 1.91 3.36 5.15 1.92
Quick 1.43 2.90 4.67 0.47
Total Debt to Total Assets 55.90% 32.15% 21.04% 55.55%
Pre-tax Return on Net Worth 135.98% 80.96% 60.32% 55.55%
Pre-tax Return on Assets 59.97% 54.93% 47.63% 8.90%
Activity Ratios
Inventory Turnover 10.91 9.48 10.71 n.a
Accounts Payable Turnover 10.25 12.17 12.17 n.a
Payment Days 27 34 29 n.a
Total Asset Turnover 2.97 2.19 1.62 n.a
Debt Ratios
Debt to Net Worth 1.27 0.47 0.27 n.a
Current Liab. to Liab. 0.94 0.93 0.92 n.a
Liquidity Ratios
Net Working Capital Rs400,276 Rs884,595 Rs1,509,018 n.a
Interest Coverage 31.70 39.44 55.67 n.a
Additional Ratios
Assets to Sales 0.34 0.46 0.62 n.a
Current Debt/Total Assets 52% 30% 19% n.a
Acid Test 1.43 2.90 4.67 n.a
Sales/Net Worth 6.73 3.22 2.05 n.a
Dividend Payout 0.00 0.00 0.00 n.a
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Sales Forecast
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Unit Sales
Low-end vehicles 298 320 345
Average vehicles 154 162 170
High-end vehicles 79 85 90
Loan sales 166 175 200
Warranty sales 136 140 150
Other/consignments 49 50 50
Total Unit Sales 882 932 1,005
Sales
Low-end vehicles $596,000 $704,000 $828,000
Average vehicles $766,900 $826,200 $884,000
High-end vehicles $786,700 $867,000 $945,000
Loan sales $66,400 $70,000 $80,000
Warranty sales $27,200 $28,000 $30,000
Other/consignments $245,000 $255,000 $260,000
Total Sales $2,488,200 $2,750,200 $3,027,000
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Sales programs will include sales awards for the highest sales, bonuses, and
customer service awards for those employees who best exemplify Integrity's
commitment to customers.
We depend on our alliance with local new car dealers and auction houses to
maintain our inventory. This relationship is crucial to our success and will be
placed ahead of petty differences. Our financial relations with these groups will
be handled in a timely and accurate manner. We need to make sure that the
personnel, and especially the ownership, of our allies are aware of our support
and reciprocation. We will also depend on outside sources for professional
development of our sales staff.
5.4 Milestones
The milestone table shows purchasing, and marketing goals. What the table
doesn't show is the commitment behind it. Our business plan includes complete
provisions for plan-vs.-actual analysis, and we will hold follow-up meetings
every month to discuss the variance and course corrections, and a final plan
review on 5/1/02.
Table: Milestones
Milestones
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Supplies/Equip
Purchase Inventory 5/1/2002 6/1/2002 $50,000 Sales Sales
MGR
Grand Opening 5/1/2002 6/1/2002 $500 Sales Administrative
Advertisement MGR
Hire Employees 5/15/2002 5/20/2002 $0 Owner Management
Company Party 7/1/2002 7/1/2002 $200 Owner Administrative
Totals $56,400
Chart: Milestones
Integrity has a long-term plan of developing a Web page through Yahoo! that
customers can visit and view a list of current inventory. We anticipate being
operational within four months of opening. This would allow those customers
who are seeking a specific vehicle to save time by looking before they come.
We will include photos and general information for each vehicle.
We will measure success through the hit counter and customer feedback, and
re-evaluate or modify the Web page as necessary.
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The Integrity website will be initially developed with few technical resources. A
simple hosting provider, Yahoo! Web services, will host the site and provide the
technical back end.
Integrity will work with a contracted user interface designer (university student)
to develop the simple, Internet-focused site. The maintenance of the site will be
done by the Integrity employees themselves. Integrity can also look into pre-
packaged solutions through Yahoo! Web hosting.
Integrity will start with four initial employees. The owner will manage over all
operations and the sales manager will manage all buying and selling of
inventory. A records clerk and lot attendant will also be hired initially.
Once the gross margin and cash flow will support it, we will hire an additional
salesman and lot attendants (tentatively four to six months).
The personnel plan and monthly salary is included in the following table. It
shows the owner's monthly salary of $3,500, followed by the sales manager of
$2,500 plus a 20% (after cost) sales commission. The secretary/administration
will earn $2,000 per month and the lot attendant is paid $1,200 per month.
Bonuses will be paid for monthly sales that exceed forecasted sales, to all
employees. As the business grows, additional salesmen and a lot attendant will
be added.
Table: Personnel
Personnel Plan
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
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Production Personnel
Owner/Manager $42,000 $50,000 $60,000
Other $0 $0 $0
Subtotal $42,000 $50,000 $60,000
Other Personnel
Accountant $2,000 $2,000 $2,000
Other $0 $0 $0
Subtotal $2,000 $2,000 $2,000
Total People 0 0 0
1. Growth will be moderate to good, cash flows steady with several months of
loss in 2001-2002.
3. The company will invest residual profits (10%) into financial markets and
approximately 50% into company expansion for the first year.
We will accept credit cards and trade-ins of any value. Credit cards will have a
negative affect on cash flow in that we may not be paid for several days. Trade-
ins will also impact cash flow in that they are an asset and have no real value
until sold. We will have to limit the number of credit transactions, and only take
in quality trades at a wholesale price to facilitate turning a quick profit. The
personnel burden is very low because benefits are not paid to part-timers. And
the short-term interest rate is extraordinarily low because of current market
rates.
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The other assumption is that current market conditions will remain for the next
two to three years. Low rates will have a positive impact on sales and lending
for the short term.
General Assumptions
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Plan Month 1 2 3
Current Interest Rate 7.00% 7.00% 7.00%
Long-term Interest Rate 10.00% 10.00% 10.00%
Tax Rate 30.00% 30.00% 30.00%
Other 0 0 0
The following chart shows that inventory turnover speeds up as sales increase.
This correlation is important when evaluating past inventory control techniques.
Chart: Benchmarks
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The following break-even analysis table has been completed on the basis of
average costs/prices. With average per unit sold costs and average variable
costs as shown, the table calculates what we need to make per month,
or sell in units, to break even each month.
Break-even Analysis
Assumptions:
Average Per-Unit Revenue $2,821.09
Average Per-Unit Variable Cost $1,983.11
Estimated Monthly Fixed Cost $14,813
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Chart: Cash
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The key to increasing overall sales is to focus on acquiring vehicles at, or below,
wholesale price. Operating, advertising and consulting costs will increase at a
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slower rate than sales and profit in the next three years. Normally, a start-up
company will operate with negative profits through the first two years. We
predict a positive gross margin during 2003, increasing modestly to 2005. This
optimistic projection is based on the sales strategy and market
analysis. Projected sales will support continued operations, and final success
will be based on actual sales and an increasing gross margin.
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Chart: Profit
Yearly
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Operating Expenses
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Other Expenses:
Other Payroll $2,000 $2,000 $2,000
Consultants $0 $0 $0
Contract/Consultants-Accountant $1,600 $1,200 $1,200
Review Books
Total Other Expenses $3,600 $3,200 $3,200
Other % 0.14% 0.12% 0.11%
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As you can see in the projected balance sheet, our net worth will rise steadily
each month and year. This is an increase in working capital and will fund future
projects and expansion.
Current Assets
Cash $629,006 $1,086,420 $1,696,638
Inventory $210,100 $172,739 $175,996
Other Current Assets $0 $0 $0
Total Current Assets $839,106 $1,259,158 $1,872,634
Long-term Assets
Long-term Assets $0 $0 $0
Accumulated Depreciation $400 $900 $1,500
Total Long-term Assets ($400) ($900) ($1,500)
Total Assets $838,706 $1,258,258 $1,871,134
Current Liabilities
Accounts Payable $212,830 $172,563 $185,617
Current Borrowing $226,000 $202,000 $178,000
Other Current Liabilities $0 $0 $0
Subtotal Current Liabilities $438,830 $374,563 $363,617
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Business ratios for the years of this plan are shown below. Industry profile
ratios based on the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code 5521, (NAICS
441120) Used Car Dealers, are shown for comparison.
Table: Ratios
Ratio Analysis
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Industry
Profile
Sales Growth n.a. 10.53% 10.06% 14.00%
Percent of Sales
Sales 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00%
Gross Margin 28.02% 32.17% 36.34% 18.90%
Selling, General & 13.87% 15.62% 15.73% 10.20%
Administrative Expenses
Advertising Expenses 0.56% 0.17% 0.20% 1.30%
Profit Before Interest and Taxes 20.87% 25.79% 29.98% 1.10%
Main Ratios
Current 1.91 3.36 5.15 1.92
Quick 1.43 2.90 4.67 0.47
Total Debt to Total Assets 55.90% 32.15% 21.04% 55.55%
Pre-tax Return on Net Worth 135.98% 80.96% 60.32% 55.55%
Pre-tax Return on Assets 59.97% 54.93% 47.63% 8.90%
Activity Ratios
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Debt Ratios
Debt to Net Worth 1.27 0.47 0.27 n.a
Current Liab. to Liab. 0.94 0.93 0.92 n.a
Liquidity Ratios
Net Working Capital $400,276 $884,595 $1,509,018 n.a
Interest Coverage 31.70 39.44 55.67 n.a
Additional Ratios
Assets to Sales 0.34 0.46 0.62 n.a
Current Debt/Total Assets 52% 30% 19% n.a
Acid Test 1.43 2.90 4.67 n.a
Sales/Net Worth 6.73 3.22 2.05 n.a
Dividend Payout 0.00 0.00 0.00 n.a
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Table: Personnel
Personnel Plan
Month Month Month Month Month Month Month Month Month Month Month Month
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Production Personnel
Owner/Manager $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500
Other $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Subtotal $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500 $3,500
Other Personnel
Accountant $500 $0 $0 $500 $0 $0 $500 $0 $0 $500 $0 $0
Other $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Subtotal $500 $0 $0 $500 $0 $0 $500 $0 $0 $500 $0 $0
Total People 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total Payroll $9,700 $9,200 $9,200 $9,700 $9,200 $9,200 $9,700 $9,200 $9,200 $9,700 $9,200 $10,150
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General
Assumptions
Month 1 Month 2 Month 3 Month 4 Month 5 Month 6 Month 7 Month 8 Month 9 Month Month Month
10 11 12
Plan Month 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Current Interest 7.00% 7.00% 7.00% 7.00% 7.00% 7.00% 7.00% 7.00% 7.00% 7.00% 7.00% 7.00%
Rate
Long-term 10.00% 10.00% 10.00% 10.00% 10.00% 10.00% 10.00% 10.00% 10.00% 10.00% 10.00% 10.00%
Interest Rate
Tax Rate 30.00% 30.00% 30.00% 30.00% 30.00% 30.00% 30.00% 30.00% 30.00% 30.00% 30.00% 30.00%
Other 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Gross Margin $50,500 $62,700 $67,900 $67,900 $53,200 $40,700 $39,100 $46,200 $58,200 $58,900 $75,900 $75,900
Gross Margin % 27.15% 27.60% 28.48% 28.48% 28.49% 28.22% 27.89% 27.14% 28.02% 28.26% 28.07% 28.07%
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Operating Expenses
General and
Administrative
Expenses
General and $3,200 $3,200 $3,200 $3,200 $3,200 $3,200 $3,200 $3,200 $3,200 $3,200 $3,200 $3,650
Administrative Payroll
Sales and Marketing $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
and Other Expenses
Depreciation $100 $0 $0 $100 $0 $0 $100 $0 $0 $100 $0 $0
Leased Equipment $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100
Utilities $500 $500 $500 $500 $500 $500 $500 $500 $500 $500 $500 $500
Insurance $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400 $400
Rent $4,000 $4,000 $4,000 $4,000 $4,000 $4,000 $4,000 $4,000 $4,000 $4,000 $4,000 $4,000
Payroll Taxes 15% $1,455 $1,380 $1,380 $1,455 $1,380 $1,380 $1,455 $1,380 $1,380 $1,455 $1,380 $1,523
Other General and $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Administrative
Expenses
Total General and $9,755 $9,580 $9,580 $9,755 $9,580 $9,580 $9,755 $9,580 $9,580 $9,755 $9,580 $10,173
Administrative
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Expenses
General and 5.24% 4.22% 4.02% 4.09% 5.13% 6.64% 6.96% 5.63% 4.61% 4.68% 3.54% 3.76%
Administrative %
Other Expenses:
Other Payroll $500 $0 $0 $500 $0 $0 $500 $0 $0 $500 $0 $0
Consultants $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Contract/Consultants- $0 $0 $400 $0 $0 $400 $0 $0 $400 $0 $0 $400
Accountant Review
Books
Total Other Expenses $500 $0 $400 $500 $0 $400 $500 $0 $400 $500 $0 $400
Other % 0.27% 0.00% 0.17% 0.21% 0.00% 0.28% 0.36% 0.00% 0.19% 0.24% 0.00% 0.15%
Total Operating $16,255 $15,580 $14,780 $14,855 $13,980 $13,880 $14,155 $13,980 $14,380 $14,655 $14,180 $17,073
Expenses
Profit Before Interest $34,245 $47,120 $53,120 $53,045 $39,220 $26,820 $24,945 $32,220 $43,820 $44,245 $61,720 $58,828
and Taxes
EBITDA $34,345 $47,120 $53,120 $53,145 $39,220 $26,820 $25,045 $32,220 $43,820 $44,345 $61,720 $58,828
Interest Expense $1,405 $1,393 $1,382 $1,370 $1,358 $1,347 $1,335 $1,323 $1,312 $1,300 $1,288 $1,568
Taxes Incurred $9,852 $13,718 $15,522 $15,503 $11,358 $7,642 $7,083 $9,269 $12,753 $12,884 $18,130 $17,178
Net Profit $22,988 $32,009 $36,217 $36,173 $26,503 $17,831 $16,527 $21,628 $29,756 $30,062 $42,302 $40,081
Net Profit/Sales 12.36% 14.09% 15.19% 15.17% 14.20% 12.37% 11.79% 12.71% 14.33% 14.42% 15.64% 14.82%
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Pro Forma
Cash Flow
Month 1 Month 2 Month 3 Month 4 Month 5 Month 6 Month 7 Month 8 Month 9 Month Month Month
10 11 12
Cash
Received
Cash from
Operations
Cash Sales $186,000 $227,200 $238,400 $238,400 $186,700 $144,200 $140,200 $170,200 $207,700 $208,400 $270,400 $270,400
Subtotal $186,000 $227,200 $238,400 $238,400 $186,700 $144,200 $140,200 $170,200 $207,700 $208,400 $270,400 $270,400
Cash from
Operations
Additional
Cash
Received
Sales Tax, 0.00% $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
VAT,
HST/GST
Received
New Current $100,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $50,000
Borrowing
New Other $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Liabilities
(interest-
free)
New Long- $30,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
term
Liabilities
Sales of $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other
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Current
Assets
Sales of $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Long-term
Assets
New $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Investment
Received
Subtotal $316,000 $227,200 $238,400 $238,400 $186,700 $144,200 $140,200 $170,200 $207,700 $208,400 $270,400 $320,400
Cash
Received
Expenditures Month 1 Month 2 Month 3 Month 4 Month 5 Month 6 Month 7 Month 8 Month 9 Month Month Month
10 11 12
Expenditures
from
Operations
Cash $9,700 $9,200 $9,200 $9,700 $9,200 $9,200 $9,700 $9,200 $9,200 $9,700 $9,200 $10,150
Spending
Bill $8,280 $247,395 $217,281 $199,345 $189,690 $109,426 $85,071 $113,011 $165,637 $195,852 $171,867 $266,790
Payments
Subtotal $17,980 $256,595 $226,481 $209,045 $198,890 $118,626 $94,771 $122,211 $174,837 $205,552 $181,067 $276,940
Spent on
Operations
Additional
Cash Spent
Sales Tax, $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
VAT,
HST/GST
Paid Out
Principal $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 $2,000
Repayment
of Current
Borrowing
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Other $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Liabilities
Principal
Repayment
Long-term $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Liabilities
Principal
Repayment
Purchase $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other
Current
Assets
Purchase $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Long-term
Assets
Dividends $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Subtotal $19,980 $258,595 $228,481 $211,045 $200,890 $120,626 $96,771 $124,211 $176,837 $207,552 $183,067 $278,940
Cash Spent
Net Cash $296,020 ($31,395) $9,919 $27,355 ($14,190) $23,574 $43,429 $45,989 $30,863 $848 $87,333 $41,460
Flow
Cash $363,820 $332,425 $342,344 $369,699 $355,509 $379,084 $422,513 $468,502 $499,365 $500,213 $587,546 $629,006
Balance
Pro Forma
Balance
Sheet
Month 1 Month 2 Month 3 Month 4 Month 5 Month 6 Month 7 Month 8 Month 9 Month Month Month
10 11 12
Assets Starting
Balances
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Current
Assets
Cash $67,800 $363,820 $332,425 $342,344 $369,699 $355,509 $379,084 $422,513 $468,502 $499,365 $500,213 $587,546 $629,006
Inventory $50,000 $145,200 $177,100 $183,700 $183,700 $143,000 $110,000 $107,360 $132,550 $160,600 $160,600 $210,100 $210,100
Other $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Current
Assets
Total $117,800 $509,020 $509,525 $526,044 $553,399 $498,509 $489,084 $529,873 $601,052 $659,965 $660,813 $797,646 $839,106
Current
Assets
Long-term
Assets
Long-term $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Assets
Accumulated $0 $100 $100 $100 $200 $200 $200 $300 $300 $300 $400 $400 $400
Depreciation
Total Long- $0 ($100) ($100) ($100) ($200) ($200) ($200) ($300) ($300) ($300) ($400) ($400) ($400)
term Assets
Total Assets $117,800 $508,920 $509,425 $525,944 $553,199 $498,309 $488,884 $529,573 $600,752 $659,665 $660,413 $797,246 $838,706
Liabilities Month 1 Month 2 Month 3 Month 4 Month 5 Month 6 Month 7 Month 8 Month 9 Month Month Month
and Capital 10 11 12
Current
Liabilities
Accounts $0 $240,132 $210,628 $192,930 $186,013 $106,620 $81,363 $107,525 $159,077 $190,234 $162,921 $259,451 $212,830
Payable
Current $100,000 $198,000 $196,000 $194,000 $192,000 $190,000 $188,000 $186,000 $184,000 $182,000 $180,000 $178,000 $226,000
Borrowing
Other $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Current
Liabilities
Subtotal $100,000 $438,132 $406,628 $386,930 $378,013 $296,620 $269,363 $293,525 $343,077 $372,234 $342,921 $437,451 $438,830
Current
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Liabilities
Long-term $0 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000
Liabilities
Total $100,000 $468,132 $436,628 $416,930 $408,013 $326,620 $299,363 $323,525 $373,077 $402,234 $372,921 $467,451 $468,830
Liabilities
Paid-in $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000
Capital
Retained ($12,200) ($12,200) ($12,200) ($12,200) ($12,200) ($12,200) ($12,200) ($12,200) ($12,200) ($12,200) ($12,200) ($12,200) ($12,200)
Earnings
Earnings $0 $22,988 $54,997 $91,214 $127,386 $153,889 $171,721 $188,248 $209,875 $239,631 $269,693 $311,995 $352,076
Total Capital $17,800 $40,788 $72,797 $109,014 $145,186 $171,689 $189,521 $206,048 $227,675 $257,431 $287,493 $329,795 $369,876
Total $117,800 $508,920 $509,425 $525,944 $553,199 $498,309 $488,884 $529,573 $600,752 $659,665 $660,413 $797,246 $838,706
Liabilities
and Capital
Net Worth $17,800 $40,788 $72,797 $109,014 $145,186 $171,689 $189,521 $206,048 $227,675 $257,431 $287,493 $329,795 $369,876
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