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Business finance for mechanics

Funding options for mechanics.

Mechanics combine labour, parts, workshop equipment and sometimes fleet customer contracts. The mix of retail and account customers affects invoice timing and cash reserves.

How cash moves

Technicians and parts suppliers may be paid before commercial customers settle. A hoist or diagnostic upgrade can add capacity but requires planned utilisation.

A practical situation

An independent mechanic installs another hoist after winning a fleet maintenance contract.

Illustrative only; no lender acceptance or credit approval is implied.

Common funding needs

  • Hoists and diagnostic tools
  • Parts inventory
  • Trade vehicles
  • Workshop fit-out
  • Working capital

Questions to prepare

  • How much work comes from fleet accounts?
  • What is the workshop’s current bay utilisation?
  • How old is parts stock and how quickly do invoices settle?

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