Business description

A very busy and respected local business established for over 25 years.
Company specialising in self drive plant hire, supplying mini-diggers through to 13 ton excavators plus dumpers and telehandlers. Fleet consists of renowned manufactures such as JCB, Takeuchi, Komatsu and Thwaites.
Fleet is supported by servicing vans and delivery (cargo) vehicles.
Business averages up to 90% of fleet on hire at one time and repeat business being 60% (end user).
Located close to M25, M20 and M2. Good proximity to serve London Olympics 2012.
It should be noted that all the fleet is owned outright with no financing existing.

Additional garage service station available comprising of diesel pumps, shop, 2 offices, car forecourt, workshop with 2 bed accomodation above. Still operative selling diesel and has just been granted planning permission for 13 domestic units (houses).

Property information

Property:

Leasehold

Lease terms:

Premises leased on a monthly rolling agreement at £2,708 per calender month (inclusive of water, electric and gas).

Location:

Located in Kent (SE England) in prime location serving 40 mile radius.
Close to M25, M20 and M2.
Good proximity to serve London 2012 Olympics.

Garage petrol station for sale (with planning approval) is situauted in village location between M20 and M2 with close links for Ebbsfleet station (London in 17mins).

Premises details:

Two, large secure industrial units, incorporating service bays (with pits) and three offices plus staff welfare.
Total internal coverage 1,430 sq.m and external yard 2,750 sq.m.

Garage development site has permission granted for 13 domestic units ...potential for more.

Other information

Expansion potential:

Opportunity to increase fleet size and diversity.
Marketng of business for outsourcing to London 2012 Olympic contractors.

Reasons for selling:

Owner is retiring

Trading hours:

Mon-Fri 7.00am - 6.00pm
Sat 7.00 am - 1.00pm