Research Paper on:
Ownership of a Small Auto Repair Shop

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business. Therefore, we will present this paper in the form of a modified strategic business plan for a small auto repair shop, approaching it from an existing business plan. Due  to the size of the paper, very little financial data will be included. Information included is obtained from the Small Business Administration as well as from other sources. I.  The Business: AutoCare, Inc. is a small vehicle repair shop that works specializes in automobiles and small trucks. It is owned by David and Gracie Smythe. David Smythe was in  the auto repair business as a technician for 15 years and has owned this repair shop for three years. David is the president of the company and supervisor of all  employees, Gracie is vice-president and accountant. Bob Simmons is the lead parts technician and responsible for this segment of the business. Simmons has 12 years experience in this position. ?  The business is located on the corner of Main and 3rd Streets in the downtown area. ? The business has several features that make it appealing to consumers.  We offer transportation to and from work or home within a 10 mile radius. There is a quiet, well-decorated waiting room with TV, radio and recent magazines and also free  hot chocolate, coffee, tea, fresh donuts and danish. Vending machines offer additional snacks at reasonable prices. ? The companys vision is to be the most respected auto repair shop in  the area. This will be accomplished through a number of steps, including having very well-qualified mechanics on the payroll, up-to-date sophisticated diagnostic equipment and tools, and honest and fair pricing.  Customers will be taken to the garage and shown the problems with the car, not just told. This way they can see that the part is bad while it is