Fully describe the business's activities?
1.Manufacturing and repair of canvas products (Camping and caravan tents, Awnings, Bags, Patio Curtains, Pool Loungers, canvas, canopies, off road bags, hunting accessories) and any custom work requested from ripstop canvas.
2. We currently have a few contract agreements in place to provide orders to reputable outdoor companies for local sales and export.
3. We offer a small range of fast-moving accessories.
4. We also have an onsite caravan workshop that handles insurance claims and services to the public.
How long has the business been established?
Since 2021
How long has the owner had the business?
Since Jan 2025
What steps are in place to solve 'load shedding' problems?
Has a generator
What is the average KW usage?
552kw
How does the business operate on a daily basis?
Customers will come in store and enquire what they would need, either something for repair or newly made. Contract work is also done on a daily basis.
How are the clients attracted to the business?
Social Marketing and Exhibits in and around Johannesburg, 4X4 and off road events and displays outside of the premises.
What Advertising/Marketing is carried out?
Adds on Social media awareness in and around the country and adds in WEG Magazine
Does the business have any contract work?
Yes it does
What competition exists?
Tent company in the area.
What are the seasonal trends?
Constantly stable throughout the year.
Is the business VAT Registered?
Yes
Are there up-to-date Management Accounts available?
Yes, on request for interested buyers.
What Balance Sheet and Income Statements are available?
On request with the accountant.
What percentage of the business is cash/credit?
35% Cash
65% Card or EFT payments
What is the age analysis of the debtors book?
NA
How could the profitability of the business be improved?
Find cheaper materials.
Is Seller finance available and for what amount?
No
What is the total staff complement?
9
Give a breakdown of staff/ functions/ length of service?
2x sewers to handle the day-to-day repairs (Both 2years)
2x sewers to handle the export products as requested by Company (both 3 Years)
1x panel beater for any small repairs done to fiberglass (3Years)
2x workshop staff for caravan repairs (2Years)
1x general product quality control (tents and caravans) (3 Years)
1x Shop Manager (1 Year)
Do any receive special perks or incentives?
no
Are they on contract?
All on contract
Do any have management potential?
Yes there is a manager in place
How involved is the Owner in running the business?
Hands on
When does the current lease end?
31 July 2025
Is there an option of renewal & what period?
Yes
One year or longer
What is the annual escalation %?
5%
What are the trading hours?
7h30 to 16h30 Monday to Friday
Some Saturdays ( catch-up production)
What is the square meters of the business?
500 Squares
Is a copy of the lease available?
yes
Do you require a licence?
no
What lease deposit and/or other surety is required?
Negotiable with the landlord.
What are the main assets of the business?
5x Jack H2 Sewing machines
1x table saw
1x industrial plainer
2x Bosh Baby grinders
1x Ryobi Big Grinder
1x polisher
1x space saver air compressor
2x spray guns
1x Orbital sander
2x drill machines
1x 200A Inverter welder
1x Toolbox
1x fridge
1x Delonghi coffee machine
1x HP Office Jet Printer
1x Pineware office Fan
What is their overall condition?
5x Jack H2 Sewing machines (New)
1x table saw (New)
1x industrial plainer (Used)
2x Bosh Baby grinders (New)
1x Ryobi Big Grinder (Used)
1x polisher (New)
All in good working order.
1x space saver air compressor (New)
2x spray guns (Used like New)
1x Orbital sander (Used like New)
2x drill machines (Used like New)
1x 200A Inverter welder (Used like New)
1x Toolbox (Used)
1x fridge (Used)
1x Delonghi coffee machine (Used like New)
1x HP Office Jet Printer (Used like New)
1x Pine ware office Fan (Used like New)
Do any require repairing?
no
How have they been valued ?
Second hand market value
Which assets are on lease/HP and with whom?
None
Strengths?
Great visual location for this type of business (located on a busy main road)
Perfect way to advertise the products on offer like tents, trailer covers etc...
Weaknesses?
Owner Hands on
Opportunities?
Huge market to explore with this kind of product.
Threats?
Economic rerated problems
What is the reason for the sale?
Owners partner is Emigrating
Why is this a good business?
Camping, caravanning, and 4X4ing is a booming business in SA and this manufacturing business caters for all this and more.
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