Financial Modelling Tool for Garages

Running a garage or auto repair shop involves more than just fixing cars – it's about keeping your business running smoothly, even when income shifts from season to season. Brixx gives you the financial clarity to manage cash flow, plan for busy periods, and make smarter decisions about growing your shop.

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Who can use this Brixx template?

  • Garage owners

  • Auto repair shop managers

  • Mobile mechanics and MOT businesses

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What are the benefits to auto-repair businesses?

  • Auto Repair Template

    The template is purpose-built for garages, addressing typical income streams like repair services, MOTs, and parts sales

  • Seasonal Planning

    Easily plan for incoming jobs, staffing costs, equipment upgrades, and seasonal demand

  • Charts & Graphs

    Visualise revenue trends and model cash flow with intuitive graphs and charts

  • Impact Analysis

    Experiment with adding new services – like tyre fitting, diagnostics, or fleet maintenance – and instantly see the financial impact

  • Growth Planning

    Model scenarios like price adjustments, increased staffing, or expanding to a second location with ease

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Financial modelling tools like Brixx are essential for auto repair businesses looking to grow sustainably. Whether you're investing in new equipment, managing cash flow through quiet months, or planning to expand your services, Brixx helps you see the full picture.

With decades of experience in business planning, Brixx provides a dependable, easy-to-use platform to help you stay ahead. Build forecasts, test ideas, and make confident decisions about your garage's future.

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Model your auto-repair business in Brixx – see how quickly your finances can make sense!

  • Project Setup

    • Project name : Independent Auto Repair Garage
    • Time period : Monthly (best for tracking customer income, stock, wages)
    Setup
    auto repair business business name in brixx

  • Income Components

    Component: Service Income

    Sub-components:

    • General Repairs (avg. £5,000/month)
    • MOT Testing (£2,000/month)
    • Diagnostics & Vehicle Inspections (£1,500/month)
    • Tyre Fitting & Wheel Balancing (£1,000/month)
    • Air Conditioning Servicing (£800/month)

    Component: Parts & Product Sales

    Sub-components:

    • Replacement Parts (£2,500/month)
    • Oil, Filters & Fluids (£1,000/month)
    • Accessories & Add-ons (£500/month)

    Component: Additional Income

    Sub-components:

    • Customer Waiting Area Vending/Refreshments (£100/month)
    • Commission on Towing Services (£200/month)
    • Fleet Service Contracts (e.g., small delivery company: £3,000/quarterly)
    Income
    auto repair garage income component example

  • Expenditure Components

    Component: Operational Costs

    Sub-components:

    • Staff Wages2 Mechanics (£2,500/month each)1 Admin/Receptionist (£1,800/month)
    • Parts & Inventory Purchases (£3,000/month)
    • Equipment Maintenance (£400/month)
    • Waste Disposal (£150/month)
    • Utilities (Gas, Electric, Water – £600/month)
    • Vehicle Insurance (Garage-owned test vehicle – £1,200/year)

    Component: Administrative Costs

    Sub-components:

    • Accounting Fees (£1,200/year)
    • Marketing & Advertising (£250/month, spikes during seasonal offers)
    • Software Subscriptions (Garage management software – £80/month, Brixx – £30/month)
    • Uniforms & PPE (£1,000/year)
    Expenditure
    auto repair garage expenditure component example

  • Asset Components

    Component: Fixed Assets

    Sub-components:

    • Workshop Premises (Purchase price: £150,000, 2% annual appreciation)
    • Vehicle Lifts & Hydraulic Equipment (£30,000, depreciated over 7 years)
    • Diagnostic Equipment (£10,000, depreciated over 5 years)
    • Office & IT Equipment (£3,000, depreciated over 4 years)
    • Company Test Vehicle (£8,000, depreciated over 5 years)

    Component: Current Assets

    Sub-components:

    • Opening Cash Balance (£20,000)
    • Inventory of Common Parts (£5,000 initial, restocked monthly)
    • Accounts Receivable (Unpaid invoices, avg. £3,000/month)
    • Prepaid Costs (Insurance, licensing)
    Assets
    auto repair garage asset component example

  • Funding Components

    Component: Bank Loan

    Sub-components:

    • Business Startup Loan (£50,000 at 6% interest over 5 years)
    • Equipment Finance (£20,000 at 4.5% over 3 years)

    Component: Personal Investment

    Sub-components:

    • Initial Equity Injection (£30,000 from owner)

    Component: Grants/Subsidies (Optional)

    Sub-components:

    • Small Business Support Grant (£5,000 one-time in Year 1)
    Funding
    auto repair garage funding component example

  • Scenario Planning in Brixx

    Demand Fluctuations

    • Model seasonal drops (e.g., winter slump) or spikes (pre-holiday MOTs) by adjusting income monthly.

    Staff Absence/Turnover

    • Create a scenario where wage costs increase temporarily due to agency staff or hiring.

    Equipment Failure

    • Add a one-time emergency expenditure of £5,000 for major tool replacement.

    Fuel Price Impact

    • Model increased parts delivery costs due to rising fuel prices.

    New Service Line Launch

    • Add a scenario where a new service (e.g., EV charging point install) adds £1,000/month from Month 6.
    Scenarios
    auto repair garage scenario component example

  • Dashboard & Reporting

    Cash Flow Report

    • Shows impact of equipment purchases, stock buying, and delayed customer payments.

    Balance Sheet

    • Highlights machinery depreciation, growing equity, and loan repayments.

    Profit & Loss Statement

    • Tracks profitability across repairs, sales, and services each month.

    Custom KPIs

    • Labour Utilisation Rate
    • Revenue per Mechanic
    • Gross Margin on Parts
    • Net Profit Margin
    Dashboard
    auto repair business dashboard component example

Strategic forecasting in Brixx

  • Understand how fluctuations in customer demand affect profitability

  • Plan ahead for investment in new tools, ramps, or diagnostic equipment

  • Build forecasts to support finance applications or attract investment

  • Model promotional offers or service bundles and their expected return

  • Prepare for unexpected repairs or maintenance to your own facilities or vehicles

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  • Automated reports: P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, tax & more
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