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Wholesale & Distribution Businesses for Sale
 - August 2008

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Alloy Wheels business for sale in Bedfordshire
Wholesale distribution of a range of alloy wheels. Six employees, 200 live accounts. Leasehold premises 5,000 sq. ft. in Leighton Buzzard. Fully fitted workshop.
T/o: £1.5m
[more]Ref: 608784

Automotive Accessories business for sale in South East
Well established. Prestigious client base. Scope to introduce website/E-commerce. Fully relocatable, low staff overheads. Commercial premises circa 5,000 sq.ft. Rent £2,000 pcm. Offers invited.
T/o: £1.1m
[more]Ref: 607947

Beauty Therapy Furniture business for sale in West Midlands
Well sourced ahead of the competition. Retail outlet. Large dealer network. Showroom. Loyal staff. Established for eight years. Easily run. Would consider a share holding.
T/o: £895k
Asking Price: £495k
[more]Ref: 607835

Body Care Products business for sale in UK
Distributor of body care products. Profit before tax and directors remuneration £258,000. Well established. Could be located anywhere in the UK. Significant growth opportunities.
T/o: £600k
[more]Ref: 609276

Building Material Seconds Distributors business for sale in West Midlands
Well established with a strong reputation. Supplies end users, builders, large builders merchants and three satellite depots in England and Scotland. Freehold property and three leasehold warehouses. GP £1.8m NP £562k Adj. Net £666k. Business goodwill. Offers invited.
T/o: £4m
[more]Ref: 608963

Car Accessories Wholesaler business for sale in UK
Founded since 1980’s. Full handover available. Nontechnical easily handled after-market products. Long-standing supplier relationships and customer base. Specialists in niche market offering significant growth potential. Relocation required to alternative premises anywhere within the UK. Turnover £241k, Gross Profit £125k, Net Profit £73k (year ended 31/7/07).
T/o: Not Specified
Asking Price: £200k
[more]Ref: 608460

Carpets & Rugs business for sale in Huntington
Wholesale carpet and rug supplier. Client database with 1000 entries. Carpets stock and various chattels. Warehouse 14,000 sq. ft.
T/o: £1m
[more]Ref: 608913

Chilled, Frozen Foods, Pies & Meats business for sale in South Coast
The business has been established for twenty one years and specialises in wholesaling cooked and sliced meat, frozen, chilled and ambient temperature food to the catering industry.
T/o: £800k
Asking Price: £255k
[more]Ref: 607809

Commercial Products business for sale in London
Vehicle racking and storage. Dealer distributor and own-branded product line. Commercial and private. Mail order and website.
T/o: £600k
[more]Ref: 608016

Cosmetic Accessories Distributor business for sale in South East
A successful and profitable designer, importer and wholesaler of an exclusive range of quality cosmetic and travel accessories which distributes directly to retailers nationwide.
T/o: £2.517237m
[more]Ref: 608143

Cosmetic Repair Business business for sale in North West
An opportunity has arisen to purchase a highly successful cosmetic repair business, servicing the new-build residential market. Established in February 2005, the owner recognised that there was an excellent opportunity for a company to carry out cosmetic repairs to damaged caused during the build. Relocatable.
T/o: £160k
Asking Price: £225k
[more]Ref: 607062

Cosmetics Brand business for sale in UK
A vibrant and exciting new colour cosmetics brand enjoying significant recent media attention. A high street presence with a major retailer currently in 50 stores plus own e-commerce platform. A new and innovative range of “natural” products about to be launched. Other sales channels being developed. Huge UK & Export potential.Relocatable.
T/o: £500k
[more]Ref: 609584

Decorative Cladding & Fixings business for sale in Huddersfield
A leading importer of decorative cladding and fixings with exclusivity on quality products including newly launched fixings. Would easily relocate or absorb into a larger business.
T/o: £700k
Asking Price: £450k
[more]Ref: 607854

Dental Installation & Maintenance Specialist business for sale in South West
This thriving Business was established over 15 years ago. Offering a full range of design, installation, spares and service, they are experts in supplying tailor made equipment to the dental industry. As a major stockist for key suppliers in the sector, they supply solutions with cutting edge components guaranteed to stand the test of time. Offers Sought for a 100% Share Transfer.
T/o: £1m
[more]Ref: 609481

Dining & Furniture business for sale in Bristol
This business designs, imports and distributes furniture for the retail market. Specialising in quality dining and occasional furniture, the business imports unique ranges of distinctive furniture that combines classic and contemporary designs. The natural beauty of oak furniture combined with a variety of stone inserts, such as marble, granite and slate, ensures that this business has a niche market. Easily relocatable.
T/o: £300k
Asking Price: £95k
[more]Ref: 607696

Distributor of Electrical Goods business for sale in South West
The company consists of an electrical goods distribution division, appliance repair service and a large retail outlet. The business for sale is the electrical goods distribution division, which specialises in the supply of domestic and commercial appliances.
T/o: £25m
[more]Ref: 608819

Distributor of High Quality Plastic Packaging Components business for sale in South East
Highly successful, consistently profitable and cash generative distributor of quality plastic packaging components based in the South East of England. Relocatable. Leasehold. Selling due to retirement. NP £250k - 500k.
T/o: Not Specified
Asking Price: £1m - £5m
[more]Ref: 609474

Electrical Wholesaler business for sale in Devon
This highly successful and well respected web-based company has been trading for thirty years. During which time it has evolved from a general hardware store to one of the leading web-based distributors of electrical goods supplying customers right across the UK.
T/o: £200k
Asking Price: £350k
[more]Ref: 607807

Electrical Wholesaler business for sale in South East
Well established, scope to reduce overheads. Two bedroom accommodation - freehold.
T/o: £713k
[more]Ref: 609374

Electronics Distribution business for sale in North West
Ten year history and operating in three continents with a current customer list of 10,500 manufacturers. Access to excess stock and global inventory for supply chain solutions. Price on application.
T/o: £500k
[more]Ref: 608148

Ethnic Food, Cash & Carry business for sale in Middlesex
Since its inception in 1993, this business has grown exponentially, due to the huge and diverse product range offered within this niche market, combined with the prompt and efficient service throughout the UK and its superb supplier relationship.
T/o: £11m
Asking Price: £15m
[more]Ref: 608037

Fastener Distributor business for sale in UK
Niche fastener distribution company. Profits £200k. Modern 5000 sq. ft. premises. Broad customer base. Owner wishing to retire.
T/o: £1.4m
[more]Ref: 607308

Food & Wine Importers business for sale in North London
Our clients import food and wine products from Greece and Cyprus for distribution into the restaurant and retail businesses throughout the UK with a strong emphasis on the North of England and London. The company offers a next day delivery system with daily orders being accepted by telephone fax or provided to the van driver whilst delivering. The company operates from a 6,500 sq. ft. of leasehold premises with excellent storage racking and refrigeration and chilled facilities. Adj. NP £110k.
T/o: £700k
Asking Price: £325k
[more]Ref: 591342

Food Importer, Distributor & Wholesaler business for sale in UK
Retirement sale. Well established. Diversified product range. Own range of branded products. Largest client represents only 8.4% of turnover. Relocatable, new lease or option to purchase freehold. Synergies for trade buyer with existing premises and overhead. Offers invited.
T/o: £2.3m
[more]Ref: 607428

Freight Forwarding business for sale in North West
Storage and freight forwarding business acting for a number of long standing overseas customers. Dry bonded warehouse.
T/o: £1.5m
[more]Ref: 608279

Garden Furniture business for sale in UK
Since 2000, this business has been a leading manufacturer, importer and wholesaler of fine quality and impressive garden furniture and accessories for indoor and outside garden zones. The business has over 200 items in its diverse garden and accessories collection. Relocatable.
T/o: £1.1m
Asking Price: £600k
[more]Ref: 607705

Global Procurement Specialists business for sale in UK
Valuable client base and Supplier network. Leasehold 6,000 sq. ft. premises. Rent negotiable. Adj. Net £715k. Offers invited.
T/o: £3.5m
[more]Ref: 608561

Golfing Attire business for sale in West Yorkshire
Well established and highly profitable wholesaler of own branded golfing attire. The business designs and subcontracts the manufacture of its own products. The company supplies from stock supported ranges in the UK to individual and multiple retailers here and in parts of Europe. The brand is well known throughout the UK and is represented in over 1,500 golf shops, including some major retailers. Adjusted operating profit £233k. Significant opportunity for new owner to develop the business further. Genuine retirement sale.
T/o: £1.5m
[more]Ref: 608492

Greeting Cards & Gift Wrap business for sale in North West
The design and supply of greetings cards and high quality gift wrap and accessories (e.g. gift bags, gift boxes, bows and ribbons) to the premier retail market. Licence agreements with leading design companies, the most important of which is a worldwide distribution agreement.Strong emphasis on the importance of product design and product innovation. Turnover in excess of £2.0m per annum.Gross margins circa 60%.Consistently profitable. Net assets approx £800,000. Leasehold property. 14 staff in head office/warehouse (plus 11 commission-only sales agents).
T/o: Not Specified
Asking Price: £1.2m
[more]Ref: 609363

Importer & Distributers Of Fixings & Fastenings business for sale in West Midlands
Re-locatable . GP £292,760. Adj Net £175,559. Ideal business for owner operator or Bolt On business, Est in excess of 9 years, Strong customer base, Scope to develop further, Leasehold, Rent £21,200pa Business can re-locate March 2009. Offers Invited for business Goodwill, Stock & Assets
T/o: £991.349k
[more]Ref: 609524

Importer & Distributor of Furniture business for sale in UK
Established over 30 years of trading. Extensive product range and large stocks held within the UK. Supplier base throughout Europe and Far East. Business can relocate if required. Large diverse client base. Over 70% repeat business. Supplying the UK, hotel, leisure and hospitality sectors. Leasehold. Price includes business goodwill and assets. GP 38%, Adj. NP £300k. Offers invited.
T/o: £1.55m
[more]Ref: 608659

Importer of Giftware and Accessories business for sale in West Midlands
Importer and distributor of a wide range of high-quality giftware, furniture, fireside accessories, Christmas merchandise, and other indoor and outdoor goods. Extensive, well spread customer base expected to exceed 1,000 in 2008. Very high levels of repeat business.Profitable company providing a solid foundation for future growth.
T/o: £2m
[more]Ref: 609052

Importer/Distributor business for sale in West Midlands
Well established supplier of photo album and photo frame products to a wide range of retail customers including department stores, stationery shops, garden centres and mini labs. The business is easily relocated.
T/o: £800k
Asking Price: £240k
[more]Ref: 608991

Importers of Stationery & Partyware business for sale in Kent
Wide range of party ware and stationery imported and supplied to discount stores, pound shops and wholesalers in the UK. This business has a respected and highly successful name.
T/o: £1.3m
Asking Price: £995k
[more]Ref: 604483

Laboratory Equipment Supplier business for sale in UK
Supplying and distributing essential scientific equipment throughout the UK. This independent, successful Internet-based business was established in 1997 and supplies and distributes a comprehensive portfolio of high value laboratory equipment at competitive and profitably pricing to end users throughout the UK. Relocatable.
T/o: £1m
Asking Price: £395k
[more]Ref: 605357

Mens Knitwear Distribution business for sale in North London
Design and distribution of high quality branded mens knitwear. This business produces contemporary classic garments that have become one of the top brand names within the knitwear section of their industry. Targeted buyers are nationwide high street independent retailers and quality conscious men of all ages. This very successful company provides a strong presence on UK high streets.
T/o: £900k
Asking Price: £460k
[more]Ref: 608869

Mobility and Assitive Technology Equipment Distributor business for sale in South East
Long established. Established reputation in a niche sector. Exclusive Distributor Agreements in place. Redeveloped and commerce ready website. Member of the British Health Traders Association - Turnover c. £750,000, Gross Profit c. £340,000, Adjusted Operating Profit c. £96,000 Price: £250,000 to include Net Asset Value of c. £100,000
T/o: £750k
Asking Price: £250k
[more]Ref: 609215

New Age Wholesale/Mail Order Gifts business for sale in UK
Gift wholesale mail order company currently running out of 2 warehouses.Easy relocatable, can even be run from home out of a large garage or out buildings Many of the goods are on exclusive dealerships which will be transferred to the new owner making this a very attractive business with little competition in the market. Large range of items are aimed towards the popular and ever growing new age market. Some goods are manufactured by the current owners, an arrangement can be discussed to continue to supply with these goods on exclusive basis. Company offers plenty of room for growth with lots of regular repeat orders from customers. Price includes all stock, racking, fittings, two very well established web sites with high rakings on search engines such as google, and goodwill. Only genuine enquiries please. Reason for sale retirement.We are open to reasonable offers on the price.
T/o: Not Specified
Asking Price: £400k
[more]Ref: 607829

Night Club & Snooker Bar business for sale in Wiltshire
High profile out of town venue, capacity 1,500 - 5,000. Two clubs, snooker hall, bar, functions suite and restaurant. Superbly presented and equipped. UK award winning and Radio 1 featured. Significant supplier discounts. 1,500 sq. ft, 17 year lease, 24 hour licence. Rent £60k pa. GP £448k. Adj. Net £260k.
T/o: Not Specified
Asking Price: £1.3m
[more]Ref: 609008

Office Stationery & Supplies business for sale in North West
Specialises in the supply of general stationery and office supplies to commercial customers. North West based company and customer base. GP Margin 30%. Significant opportunities for further growth and reduction in overheads. Would suit an existing an existing operation who wanted to expand their turnover.
T/o: £2m
[more]Ref: 608649

Packaging business for sale in UK Wide
Diverse, integrated packaging group strong in retail, industrial and food and drink catering sectors. Strong management, powerful fully implemented new IT/stock system. Also high margin recycling.
T/o: £6m
[more]Ref: 607738

Pallet Distribution business for sale in Hertfordshire
The Business has been established for 30 years and prides itself in its first class reputation and customer service. A member of a national network, the company has established a strong position within the pallets distribution network. A diverse range of clients from a mixture of sectors, coupled with experienced and long serving staff, offers an excellent platform for an incoming purchaser to develop its service and client base. Offers are invited in the region of £2,000,000 inc NAV estimated to be c£800,000 at completion for a 100% Share Transfer.
T/o: Not Specified
Asking Price: £2m
[more]Ref: 609487

Palletised Haulage & Distribution Company business for sale in Wales
Large client base. Freehold premises. Well established. Lock up. Rent £28,000pa. GP £615k. Adj. Net £160k. Offers invited.
T/o: £1.85m
[more]Ref: 608005

Potato Trading business for sale in Norfolk
Potato trading company. Taxable losses of £344k. Only assets cash of £347k. Situated near Downham Market.
T/o: £350k
Asking Price: £375k
[more]Ref: 608517

Promotional & Corporate Wear business for sale in UK
A well established business, operating as a supplier of own brand promotional and corporate wear, sold 'Blank' (undecorated and printable). This company has a wide cross section of customers throughout Europe.
T/o: £1.5m
[more]Ref: 607648

Promotional Goods/Business Gifts Company business for sale in South West
NEAR M4, T/O £850,000 (50%+ Writing Instruments) GP £280,000 Adj. Net £100,000 Over 80 Domain names owned, worth approx 200k est 2000 Strong Web Presence Premises optional Rent £32,500 pa O.I.R.O £774,950
T/o: £850k
Asking Price: O.I.R.O £7
[more]Ref: 608453

Public House business for sale in Shropshire
Exceptional pub in heart of world heritage site. Attractive and welcoming, olde worlde and modern decor. Tranquil 3-tiered beer garden. £7,000pw from reduced hours. Fantastic profits. Four diamond rated en-suite letting rooms. Freehold.
T/o: £375k
Asking Price: £1m
[more]Ref: 608401

Pump Hire & Supply business for sale in UK
This niche business has significant ongoing pump hire revenue (55%), predominantly to the plant and construction industry within heavy commercial and civil projects. It is also a wholesaler and distributor of pumps and backs this up with ongoing service and maintenance revenue. Significant ongoing, high margin hire business. Excellent reputation with unique rapid response times. Sole supplier arrangements for global manufacturers. Significant growth potential with online sales channel (under development). Management team retainable. Gross 40% plus.
T/o: £1.863143m
[more]Ref: 608068

Self Adhesive Tapes & Lables business for sale in South East
Importers and printers. Established in 1969. Market leaders.Blue-chip client base. Strong management team. Excellent margins. 35,000 sq. ft. freehold premises. GP £1.3m. Adj. Net £600k.
T/o: £3.9m
[more]Ref: 608949

Specialist Distribution & Warehouse Storage business for sale in West Midlands
Diverse client base. Blue-chip. Good growth potential. Internet stock system. High quality security system. Lock-up. Rent £55,000pa. GP £341,740, Adj. Net £191,501. .
T/o: £865.708k
Asking Price: £649,999
[more]Ref: 607867

Specialist Import & Distribution business for sale in Suffolk
Well-established business importing a small range of high quality products for sale and distribution to the leisure industry. These products include a unique indoor pyrotechnic device that is very popular on the club/ party scene. This product has exceptional margins and and is enjoying excellent sales growth. GP £175k. Relocatable.
T/o: £250k
Asking Price: £350k
[more]Ref: 604892

Tile Stockists business for sale in Wales
Supplier of tiles to the trade and retail industry, offering a unique design service with experienced staff. Operating in a well populated location, the showroom is very well appointed to provide excellent service and products. Profit £370k.
T/o: £1.3m
[more]Ref: 604945

Transport Distribution business for sale in Eastern England
Highly successful transport business with diverse and enviable customer base, consistent and substantial growth, excellent profitability/ returns and a structured management team. Highly profitable and cash positive.
T/o: £10m
[more]Ref: 605404

White Goods business for sale in West Midlands
Well established. Wholesaler and retailer. PBT in excess of £500k. Trade is expanding. Lease of large warehouse if required.
T/o: Not Specified
Asking Price: £2m
[more]Ref: 608364

Wholesale Janitorial Supplies business for sale in South West
Distribution of washroom products and disposable wipers across 6 counties - Strong database of repeat customers in niche sectors: educational, industrial & high tech companies. Experienced staff team who know the clients & provide quality service. Trading from Offices & two Warehouses on a small industrial site - Turnover is very stable with excellent Gross Profit margin. Sound, consistent business with real potential for growth Vendor looking for planned exit. Retirement Sale
T/o: £966k
Asking Price: £550k
[more]Ref: 609347

Wholesale Meat Distributor business for sale in London
Substantial client base. Lock up commercial unit. Adj. Net £96k
T/o: £4m
[more]Ref: 608959

Wholesale Supplier & Distributor business for sale in West Midlands
Wholesale supplier and distributor to retail sector. Ideal business for owner operator or bolt-on. Established in excess of 20 years. Strong customer base in the UK and Ireland. Network of world wide suppliers. Scope to develop. Freehold or leasehold. Rent of £25k pa. Price includes goodwill, stock and assets. GP £462k, Adj. NP £117k.
T/o: £1.192295m
Asking Price: £400k
[more]Ref: 608189

Wholesaler and National Distributor of Costume Jewellery business for sale in UK
Well established business with extensive customer base. High growth in sales at consistent margins over several years. Operating profit £200k. Relocatable.
T/o: £650k
[more]Ref: 608886

Wholesaler of Industrial, Janitorial & Safety Supplies business for sale in South Yorkshire
Established in 1983, this is an excellent opportunity to purchase a business that supplies industrial, janitorial, hygiene and safety equipment to a diversity of customers, many of which are large industrial operations. They supply mainly around the South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire region, consignments of products to schools, educational centres, shopping centres and factories from their excellent range of products. All consignment stocks are delivered on a next day basis with 2 – 3 days delivery on all other lines.
T/o: £755k
Asking Price: £275k
[more]Ref: 608871

Wholesaler to Fast Food Industry business for sale in Cambridgeshire
Well established family wholesaler. Extensive product range. Loyal client base. Operating across E. Anglia. Modern 3,200 sq. ft. unit with refrigerated stores. Rent £12-13k. Gross Profit £259k. Adj. Net £140k.
T/o: £1.24m
[more]Ref: 608305

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