HUGE CHANGES AT HIGH PEAK AUTOS!

[@GamingGrenade1]

Looking forward to the video where you explain how you overspent on the renovations

[@jassingh7513]

Massively overspent 😂

[@robertanton7566]

😂

[@wayne2socialmedia]

you know it

[@jayeezy7410]

its the youtube earnings spent on it i bet

[@pjbraunsdeadlizard3889]

And mis spelt renovation as well don’t forget

[@JonTom66]

Design tip: if you make everything stand out, nothing stands out. A prime example is a newsagent's window - everything is shouting at you and you don't notice any of it.

[@OliverKuiz]

This is a great analysis

[@davidminns9799]

The sign outside should read "High Peak Autos We've Massively Over Spent So You Don't Have Too" 👍

[@CapelAdventurer]

Have to

[@Dnserror88]

I'd try and clean up the names on the building. I see: Romiley garage, high peak autos, nick ford trade sales, morley car sales. Seems confusing tbh

[@philsagar2373]

agree on that, far too much going on and confuses buyers to who they are buying from. will look far far better in all one name and logo.

[@TheEarlofK]

It definitely needs a makeover, even if you are just renting it. The First thing I would do is remove all the various trade names associated with this business, not only is it very confusing it also smacks of having different companies being involved; having one brand name, 'High Peak Autos', would solve all that. Personally, I think you have too many cars on site. It looks like a fire sale and doesn't invite people on to the forecourt, people like to look around cars and I think you have too many barriers up I.e walls with railings, a larger entrance on to the site would make it more inviting.

[@igormac88]

agree, if possible. maybe are shared business. Also, the three parking spots at the front in the main street could stay reserved to customers use, so they don't need to look for parking at the side or back.. , or like put one car 'on sale' there to pick attention and leave the two other spots always vacant

[@AdamK3l]

I agree, personally I would knock down all the walls and railings and just have parking posts installed, much more inviting. But I imagine Matt wants some sense of security with the walls.

[@Theoriginalbigbrillo]

I agree Old chap We where both clearly separated at birth 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔

[@TimLemonn]

Agree with all this! Looks like there’s 17 car dealers on site with all those names and stock

[@Raysnature]

Yes, definitely feels cramped. It's a squeeze to get round all the vehicles. I think the same can be said for the interior.

[@specialkcitizen6263]

If I walked past that building there is zero chance I would buy a car there. That's basically what any first impression would be.

[@Globetrotter-1]

I agree. 😂 To be perfectly honest, the High Street Autos KZbin videos far outclass the actual reality of seeing such a rundown car sales, with far too many cars crammed inside too small a space, and the buildings looking like they're run by Del Boy & Rodney. It was the polished performance of the in-car videos that brought most of us to the 'door' of this channel.

[@ianlax3195]

Excellent comment, I bet a lot more people think the same 😊

[@Perthshire]

i concur. overly pretentious and showing off

[@tomatobrush3283]

I'd remove the ceiling tiles and and fluorescents. Makes a higher ceiling and then add a more modern ceiling with strip lighting or just go with an industrial look with conduit and leds.

[@mehmetguner5729]

Took the words out of my mouth… would look so much more classier and modern

[@broken12367]

The only issue with that is that’s normally where all the pipe work and services live. It exposes it all and can look awful.

[@LCOF]

@@broken12367 You'd have to use fancy trunking and other things to make it look smart. It'll end up costing far more than replacing the ceiling tiles unfortunately.

[@xtrailz]

I'd be looking for a new larger site with a proper forecourt and starting afresh, to be honest

[@Grecianfan1]

I do believe one sign (possibly the one over the front door) should have the links to your social media, especially KZbin. To a potential customer that is not aware, they can check you out and see a clear behind the scene view of what goes on. This will give them confidence in your business and subscriptions to your channel. It really is a win win situation at minimal cost.

[@Mark1405Leeds]

I agree! One subtle sign with all details is needed!

[@finleypdoherty]

Then they can see how much he overspent on their new car

[@brianjones5535]

Never underestimate the power of social media. If you only have one place of presence, the garage, how might potential customers otherwise come across your business? Less, is less!

[@JohnMackenzieInverness]

I think HPA does not need the clutter apart from the local folk who will know Matt and HPA Those of us on You Tube and all the rest know HPA, Matt tells us he got a call from someone in London or Glasgow so he has a wide spread of potential customers already, and with delivery now you can buy a car in Manchester and get it delivered to Inverness!

[@mvmnt.]

I'd keep them on a separate board at lower cost in case they need updating or deleting. WITH handles visible also. No-one's going to tap on a sign.

[@Andy28548]

Dont forget a big advert for car vertical on the building 😂

[@Silver-st2zq]

😂

[@polymath9372]

@Andy28548 Can we hope he will lose the _"each and every"_ tautology?

[@robloxfan4271]

and the tire van in the car park

[@Charlienator3000]

I always skip part that part of the video.

[@Andy28548]

@@polymath9372 what do you mean??

[@ianmuir3640]

Must take a couple of hours to get a car out of the forecourt if you sell one right at the back

[@TheDarkhorse82]

or worse - someone wants a test drive

[@claudiushempstead9893]

People often feel uncomfortable about asking to test drive a car at the back. As it puts a lot of pressure on all involved.

[@ridgmont61]

It looks like you need to remove some cars from the showroom, it should be easy to walk around and have a bit of space.

[@samwalker2367]

honestly looks like he's outgrown the site and needs to be thinking about moving

[@L5GUK]

Definitely. If he wants to keep the volume of stock then it might be worth having a closed lot close by that he could keep his more low value/boring stock that only appears online. The lot here can be exclusively for the more premium and higher value head turners.

[@juchetony1910]

yes, you'd sell more by having an overspill car park nearby, where the budget cars are kept. You'd easily cover the extra rental cost in sales volume doing it that way.

[@chrispenn715]

Thanks for sharing the rebranding process. I agree about toning down the orange with grey or black. I also think the staff entrance should just say 'staff entrance' - no 'only'. Good luck with the project. I look forward to seeing how it goes

[@scottcooper8468]

You beat me to this comment - well done - I hate it when as a customer or potential customer I am told what I can’t do Ever stayed in an AirBNB ?

[@brianjones5535]

Colour is king. Why do you think Sainsbury's use orange? Black says Undertaker!! There is a science to colour appeal. You'll never find a black sign in a supermarket and they are the masters of getting you to look and part with your cash.

[@chrispenn715]

@@brianjones5535 depends what you are selling - there's a whole science to colour in marketing - eg more subdued colours generally imply 'quality' and 'premium' for consumer durables. Plus the High Peak logo lifts things with just a splash of colour.

[@britbongj]

After watching this channel for a while I am genuinely shocked at that storefront and how bad it is! Good decision to renovate

[@Shane-zx4ps]

Matt I’m surprised you don’t buy your own garage as I know you dabble in the property business, I’d just hate paying for an expensive makeover on someone else’s property it’s kind of dead money in my opinion.

[@BeleducMartello]

I was thinking the same thing thru the whole video. I'm not familiar with that city but it cannot be very hard to find something similar or better

[@Shane-zx4ps]

@@BeleducMartello I know yeah, I’m actually baffled why he doesn’t have a commercial property cause Matt is a doer for sure.

[@denaco]

agree mate, very odd to increase the value on someone else's property

[@johnshaw4140]

Matt has an excellent business brain on him so he probably thinks the location and the passing traffic/footfall are worth paying rent for , plus of course his rent would be a tax deductible business expense whereas owning a property going up in value would be a tax liability

[@Shane-zx4ps]

@@denaco 💯 man, dead money in my opinion

[@ckm-mkc]

You should make the entrance double doors...... That single door just looks downmarket.

[@handycrowd]

Definitely, now I think about it, it's all double doors at my local places.

[@LawrenceTimme]

@@ckm-mkc double doors are annoying and pointless

[@rarknivesandleatherwork8045]

I drive past you several times a week. I've never even been tempted to even look at any of the cars because of the way the garage looks. A makeover is much needed.

[@Jxtb9904]

That's very rude.

[@ruk2023--]

Definitely put a QR that links to your stock page on anything on the roadside so passing cars can scan and see.

[@mvmnt.]

Now this is a good idea.

[@TcFreer]

The big thing for me, and maybe it's a only me, but It is confusing if it's Romiley Motors or High Peak. I think your more well know now as High Peak Autos and as such. maybe it's right to change all of that?

[@MrCliverlong]

I agree completely. As written "It is confusing if it's Romiley Motors or High Peak. I think your more well know now as High Peak Autos" as you have built such a good KZbin presence. Good luck.

[@will51256]

One important thing is missing... Arrows pointing to where the customer parking is.

[@Barbarapape]

First impressions count, and if you arrive at a place and can't find an entrance it can put buyers off before they start looking at your cars. I agree with Black instead of Grey, the High Peak logo will stand out far better. Looking forward to seeing the finished results when it will look proper posh.

[@acwdrivingservices9877]

Good one Matt. I bought a car from you about three years ago. Great car, great service, no problems. But I do remember your showroom being a bit “odd” and thinking for a guy who pays so much attention to his cars that somehow it wasn’t reflected in your showroom/offices. It took us a while to work out where the actual entrance was! Looking forward to seeing the finished building, then the inevitable comment “I’ve massively overspent” 😂

[@johncapstick5210]

It needs jimmy the magican to do a paint job on it😂😂😂

[@TheStreetLightYT]

maybe Jimmy can also teach you some spellings

[@Shane-zx4ps]

@@TheStreetLightYT a magican 🤣🤣🤣

[@richardhall2384]

High Peak Autos is a great name! Be confident in it, it is you, you have created it. Nothing wrong with making you and your hard work a key visual part of the business and first impressions. I would ditch the other names and keep it all simpler and more eye catching. I don't think you ever need to do that much work or spend THAT much to make it a lot nicer and more inviting and tbh stylish... you're a pretty fashionable guy you takes pride in details so I do think the time has come! Good luck.

[@SatanDotExe]

I think for customers which aren't familiar with the channel, this will make a big difference. I'm sure also you'll prefer working in a nicer environment too!

[@caliqm2199]

That toying around with the desk is exactly what I like to see with every KZbin sponsor ad. Not just reciting a script, but rather using the product naturally and messing about.

[@richardcrossley5581]

A mid-roll advert that I actually watched, because it was entertaining.

[@Heartofaloin]

Massive overspend coming

[@glennmaxfield6618]

When you change the reg plate on every car you sell I think the welcome sign as a reg plate is in keeping with your obsession with each car having a fresh reg plate fitted.

[@cabottaxi]

I'd be dumping that advert on the wall for an Indian restaurant @£14.95. Maybe you should look at a high end BMW / Mercedes dealer to get an idea to refreshen the garage. Getting rid of all the orange has been much better.

[@theflyingspringbk]

Disagree. No point in making a dreary 'generic' looking garage. Orange is a strong colour, indeed, but used correctly (as highlights perhaps), it could leave a lasting impression

[@Charlienator3000]

They probably pay him to advertise there.

[@cabottaxi]

@@Charlienator3000 Showroom will end up looking like the side of a bus

[@mvmnt.]

The signage at the entrance should say "Alright guys, how's it going? Welcome back"

[@richardjohnson3463]

I always thought the place didn't do you justice Matt! It will be money well spent! Best of luck

[@ado4683]

why doesn't the landlord chip in? If you spend money on clad boards for signage and make sure it's removable and take it the next property if you move

[@therealunclevanya]

I liked the Orange, it stands out. Black is dreary if used too much in blocks but is the right colour for railings as its the easier colour to see through, anything else reflects light. Losing all the confusing names is a win. Just one company on show is the real professional look. I look forward to the upgrade and how much you have massively overspent.

[@brendandoherty2159]

Yeah I agree, it's a subtle "burnt orange" hue that isn't too garish, in my opinion, all black seems a little characterless?

[@jamespearson3176]

No the black is great, less is more - orange and loads of icons etc just makes it look trashy

[@Mrcento]

I think as the original orange plan was overkill. It looked a bit cheap. As did all the social media tags and the youtube thing, very tacky. The black is a lot classier and makes the logo pop. I'd like to see some signs with some subtle orange and white lighting though, that would look very clean. Agree on the names though, looks a mess as it is. There's a business similar nearby to me, and it's pretty off putting feeling like you're walking into a showroom and not knowing who you will be dealing with or who is selling what. Dealers need to realise that to an average person, buying a car can be stressful and a bit intimidating. When it comes to car sales, the feeling of dealing with less people is king. Last thing somebody wants when making a large purchase is feeling like they might be set on by about 8 guys from 3 businesses the second they step foot near the place, purely because the branding makes it look like so many people are operating in a small area.

[@IssacharGR]

As an art director of 40 years....I'd advise that orange tends to say...down market... I had serious reservations over much of what i saw...Perhaps the last visual of the building...was going in the right direction.

[@1943L]

Grey and chrome look classy

[@Retro_Cyber_0]

I really liked the mock up grey background rather than black, looks more premium imo.

[@gordonbarclay6106]

exactly its a car sales complex not a funeral parlour to much black..

[@itsmikedev]

I agree, but the gradient makes it look like a high-school powerpoint presentation. IMO they need a solid grey colour that's consistent throughout.

[@jujitsusti7719]

The grey background imo is nicer than black its clearer and brighter than black 🤘 but hey its your garage lol👊

[@kevingavin1240]

I agree to much black as apposed to the brighter grey or another colour makes it more appealing. Good luck with the makeover

[@mattfisher6752]

Matt great to see how you are going about your site refurb. I would get rid of those old flood lights and frame completely, fixing a sign to it may just make a big sail that would increase the likelihood of them being blown over and crashing down on your stock.

[@JeffPower-dv3zl]

Definitely 😊

[@juchetony1910]

at the moment it looks just like Arthur Daley's garage.

[@immanson]

Hi from Singapore. There’s absolutely no chance for me to buy any of your cars but I have always enjoyed watching your videos. Great job! Anyway you have obviously outgrown this plot of land. 😂 Some Spatial Branding ideas for you to consider: (looking at the aerial view 6:06) I think for any customers to walk through all the cars to get to the entrance, it almost feels like they are trespassing. Perhaps you can consider having a turf walkway to lead them to the office, line it with some high peak flags on both sides. And then park all the cars facing the same direction to instantly freshen up the whole garage. Lastly you can’t control the colours of the cars you buy, BUT, if you can partially dress them all up with some high peak car covers, just simple white “high peak” against a black background, that can give you more control of the whole look. Cheers!

[@TheGhostofreason]

Oh dear, Dan kept mentioning 3d letters , we all know Matt hates 3d number plates ! Could be a compromise or two on the way ! 😂

[@rollthetape88]

tacky is the new ' premium '

[@LDT87]

16:46 this was my favourite moment of this. Matt's replies got less and less enthusiastic 😂

[@NIKumarVA]

Thanks for your transparency as always.

[@Pelt101]

Big blackboard round the back….. street art heaven mate

[@fredfair3189]

You could make the street elevation look more unified with some hit and miss timber set out horizontally or laser cut corten if you’re feeling flush. It might look even better with some matching gates at the staff entrance..if you backed it in a membrane or even painted the existing structure black the existing elevation would be less visible behind the hit and miss.

[@robp8218]

The irony of the optometrist sign with the missing letters 😂 Your plans sound great, it'll look cool I'm sure Matt. Can't wait to see the finished project 😉

[@warfam_clan6933]

You should reposition the angled bars at the top of the light gantry in the forecourt to form a triangular shape. Then you can install a sign at the top with 3 faces to cover on coming traffic from all directions. With this type of illuminated sign, you can reduce the level of bling surrounding the building signage. Just an idea!

[@maxnex7676]

A couple of suggestions if I may, under the mountain logo insert the word "autos", this will allow you to separate at a later date the company and also at the same time safeguard the each entity from possible financial obligations. As you grow, you could have "Highpeal Auttos", Highpeak Repairs" Highpeak Rental" Highpeak Merch".

[@robcookson7559]

😂

[@Telecaster4959]

The Best way to view any changes compared to what you have already is this... Take your photos (printed out) and walk across the road and stand and look at you current setup... standing outside your garage is ok but people passing are usually either driving past or walking and like to view the whole place as one.. So walk across the road and stand in the middle of your plot and look again and visually place everything you decide to do so you get a really good view from where your customers see it. I did this for my college City and Guilds motor exams in 1981 and it was amazing how different it looks from a view that you don't normally see

[@UnusSedLeo-w5l]

Perfect idea to uplift your place from 2007 to now! Will be a great way to overspend!

[@Ade2bee]

It's good to see you moving forward my friend

[@fortza11]

I completely agree with you, maybe you should buy their company, you have a good idea of ​​what you want - it doesn't seem like he's been listening to you. Try looking in the direction of Audi showrooms, it's bright, modern and very "Nordic", that's what you want, and then you have to clean the tiles or replace the whole thing with asphalt

[@BobCroft-hm4bn]

It does look like a complete tip. Take a drive around Liverpool car showrooms and see how the professionals showcase their cars.

[@JKSpoff]

Came over to your garage a few months ago, these updates will look great. Don’t put ‘Finance Available’ though, put ‘Pay Monthly’, works better.

[@TheHicton]

No it doesn't

[@trishhartland5156]

I like the central round sign with the orange. It’s really lovely as your main sign & would stand out. I preferred black on the other signs. Don’t think you should clad all your window at the back as a bit of natural light is good but may look odd leaving a bit of window. I liked the straight cladding but prefer it in the grey anthracite. It would be too much black if the cladding & the sign were black. I also think number & website should be on the signs that way which ever direction you go past it’s noticeable. I think somewhere between the two designs is great. Love the idea of the glass table with your logo & the orange carpet that splash of colour would brighten & define the area. Hope all your plans go well I’m sure whatever you pick will be amazing I’ve seen your properties & they all look very modern & smart. ❤

[@asheep2420]

Don’t forget to check any planning implications for your ideas. Cladding & lights & flags could all require it

[@philsreef746]

Agree with some of the other comments. I would look for another site that is less cluttered. Yes a refresh and makeover is a short term fix, however within a year or two you’ll be back to where you are now.

[@Jamesbaker123]

I was waiting for this - definitely well worth the investment and I am excited to see what it turns into!

[@litoriaperoni7696]

You are not scared to take us on a very personal and important journey. I love it.

[@StephenCollishaw]

You should make your gates bifold. They will take up a lot less room that way. Just 10p of input from Intelligent Fabrications, Nottingham 😉

[@DIHTR]

I would put your entrance on the main street. At 15:58. Allow for customer access and have the side gate on the left hand side (where that ~3m wall is). It could be a double sized sliding gate that slides along the building which would take up minimal space. That way you can see customers either enter the forecourt or the building. Basically remove the ford and the kia from the front and where they sit have the yellow diagonal lines painted for pedestrian access. Where the remaining space is (in front of the Range Rover) put a featured car. The flags that were mentioned could be put above that entrance (3 of them spaced equally).

[@johnmull59]

Should include a strap line: "Never knowingly overspent"

[@martynm.449]

Or underspent!

[@douglasboswell5737]

Good advice here. I agree with all the comments.

[@snellingjam1]

I'm surprised you didn't like the reg plate......we all know you love a new set of reg plates! Lol 😂 .......nice quote to use " I overspend so you don't have to!" 😉....only kidding, looking forward to seeing the final product 🙂

[@topthecat2259]

Romley Garage, Nick Ford Trade Sales plus High Peak Autos is all a bit confusing for clients I think, oh and Morley Car Sales as well.

[@sco77yg]

I’m sure that’s a Paul Young cd lurking suspiciously in the background at the start!

[@navid20]

I visit my brother regularly who lives around the corner so I'll be eagerly waiting to see the new look! Well done Mat and team!

[@JeffPower-dv3zl]

Look for a bigger premises Matt good luck 🎉😊

[@michalrajnic758]

The perimeter wall could do with a pressure wash to freshen it up. Don't forget to add some indoor plants and wooden elements inside. It will make it look really premium and comfortable.

[@shaneraines2094]

Hope you do a history check on the building!!! Onwards and upwards!!!!

[@henkgertlenten]

Paint all the brickwork

[@haakn]

This is well overdue but I don't understand why you don't move elsewhere, it's clear that you need more space, your lot is incredibly cramped

[@kevinisaac9139]

I think it might be easier to find a new premises with a larger yard to display the vehicles better and more room to move between them 😊

[@funkeeee]

Please do a tour of the cars at the mechanic

[@RobbieJohn-k5i]

Brilliant video Matt looking forward to seeing end transformation

[@iuliandb]

I can’t believe that even a desk nowadays has touchscreen

[@Drenwickification]

I even have sunglasses I need to charge 😂

[@ej8953]

Wish you the best for the updated showroom

[@foxstrangler]

Steve's ideas have a better impact. Too much black makes it like an undertakers.

[@brendandoherty2159]

Hmmm, High Peak Caskets and Urns.....yeah I could see that!!!

[@Jackster4505]

@@brendandoherty2159 I bet Matt would even over spend on a casket....you just can't stop the bloke.

[@bigbluewolf_]

You won’t find many undertakers who actually use black as their main colour.

[@jayeezy7410]

didnt know it was that run down. the forecourt is a mess and too small. maybe look at another premises like CalvinsCarDiary did

[@ashtonjay]

Yeah old barns and hangers are very trendy right now if done up properly. I was in Ormskirk last week viewing a Porsche at a very very top end garage which I was surprised at as it was in Ormskirk😂

[@iamyourfuture808]

@@ashtonjay old barns and hangers tend to have little passing traffic.😉 High Peak Autos is a bread and butter type car dealer, not high end, 3 customers a week type gaff

[@djshotty]

29:27 For the lettering above the store itself, if you're going to have a black background put small solar powered white LEDs behind each letter (and the logo) so they 'pop' of an evening.

[@Neil-Hanson67]

Wouldn't it be better to find new premises?.

[@AWMJoeyjoejoe]

Especially if the current place is rented. Just throwing money away in my opinion. I'm sure the landlord will be grateful for the investment though.

[@benllewelyn98]

Yeah probably better to buy some land and just start fresh being in the middle of the town doesn't really matter in the modern age most dealerships are on the outskirts

[@ph8077]

Yeah, through YT etc ridiculous icome levels, we've effectively made Matt's actual car business his petty cash! He can definitely afford to buy some new plush premises especially as commercial property is in a bit of a slump right now.

[@chrisomeara5795]

Yep this premises doesn't really match his obvious ambition level...maybe heart over head as it was in the family?

[@jameswinterbigtop4441]

It's something that many would think but there are definitely benefits of holding a lease. #1 you have predictable expenditure each year, #2 leases is much more flexible, if there was a sudden change in circumstances it's much easier to leave a lease than sell a commercial property #3 owning property comes with many risks in the commercial industry and they don't gain value in a linear manner, #4 accounting for property in the annual accounts can be painful. Just a few of my observations based on working in Finance as my day job

[@shauncampbell969]

Hello, Matt; From the time stamp 00:00 until 4:47, the back of your shop, looks like a scene, from the film "To Sir With Love" Circa 1967 ( and I am in shock, that there isn't any graffiti, on the shop walls). Wow!! Great office furniture. I think you should have a purple shaze lounge, a nice table for a cupper; and maybe a flatscreen, that shows ads, for Highpeak, or the different autos that you sell or lease. You are correct, get rid of the correlation to cars, in the advertising, yes less is more. I too, like your idea of the gate. This was a great video. Cheers, Shaun🦉 of NYC 🗽

[@tabyomper4745]

I've watched his videos a few times but had no idea what a dump the showroom is. It looks like a banger place selling £2000 sheds. If I turned up to spend £15,000 I'd take one look at the place and drive away. He's put too much energy into his KZbin channel and not enough into what's important. The channel has helped him sell cars and not the showroom. And having a separate office for admin and editing his videos say it all. You can't even open the doors on the cars to have a look 🤣

[@terryshiels1419]

Just a thought would it not be better using reception rather than main entrance

[@BobTheBlue]

Best thing you could do Matt is move to Knutsford! 😂😂😂😂

[@HighPeakAutos]

I’d like to

[@judgementalTX]

The side looks like a converted container. But I know you'll figure it out. You've got a good eye

[@mc-ve6ue]

Being a wheelchair user i dont think id ever be able to get in there to even see a car let alone buy one, looking forward to seeing what you do with the place

[@angrymuffinsb]

Wheel in the back where the butcher style flaps were.

[@dirkdiggler69]

Probably don’t need a car given your lack of mobility

[@Phuc_Yhou]

Did someone order a kunt cos @dirkdiggler69 has turned up

[@mc-ve6ue]

@@dirkdiggler69 My legs may not work but your brain clearly doesn't if you think that means i can't drive

[@robcookson7559]

@@dirkdiggler69Unbelievably ignorant and abusive comment.

[@whardyphotography]

Loved this video! Doesn’t all have to be car related nice to watch something refreshing

[@johnnicolson467]

Not black grey looks better

[@Fortis2626]

I like the Grey signage makes it more modern.

[@paulie-Gualtieri.]

Gone are the days of a portacabin, a trilby and camel hair overcoat. Good for you Matt, look forward to seeing the new place and image.

[@ٴۥٴٴٴ]

The Mexican MR BOSS FTW

[@yellowchristian3858]

Lots of ideas and comments to consider Matt - sometimes too much choice is a bad thing! However, you seem to have crystallised your thoughts about the renovation design into one that reflects your personality and business principles. Here's my tuppence worth - @ 27:00 I feel that the iron scroll(?) work on top of the gates attracts my eye more than the signage so I suggest losing that. All the best.

[@SimonReader]

Hi Matt although probably too late please consider your customers with limited mobility. Those using wheelchairs, mobility scooters and families with pushchairs etc.

[@Mrs.Thatcher]

Pushchairs aside, disabled people aren't coming here for a car!

[@brianjones5535]

Isn't disability access a legal requirement these days?

[@Cynical_Ninja]

From the videos I never knew what the inside looks like. It's shocking 😮

[@nonyabusiness4833]

Hi KZbin I’d just like to say eco boost engines suck 👍

[@Sha-Ayo]

Why? 🤔

[@pantoffelslippers]

Yeah they do

[@nonyabusiness4833]

@@Sha-Ayo rubber and oil don’t mix well. Ford should have used a chain instead. Having said that I do have a lovely white ford focus for sale 2.5k 1.0 eco boost 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@MattBeer1971]

Disgraceful engines. If you can even call them that. Be aware they’re in Volvo’s n’all.

[@nonyabusiness4833]

@@MattBeer1971and Citroens. It amazes me that ford hasn’t been forced to fix their stupid mistake.

[@ptvfr800]

Looking forward to seeing this develop, I always bought my petrol from there back in the 1980’s..

[@stephendavies6949]

Hi Matt. Good luck with the refurb. I work for a large, (very) hi tech multinational company as part of the corporate real estate department. The one piece of advice I'd share with you is to make sure you take some time to think about how you want to project your business to both your customers and your KZbin audience. You only get one opportunity to make a first impression. Of course, take and listen to others' ideas. But make sure whatever you do is done the way you want in and is made in your own image: classy, high quality but understated perhaps? I wish you well. And look forward to seeing the end result.

[@robcookson7559]

Lots of words, but vague and inconclusive.

[@brianjones5535]

@@robcookson7559 You haven't understood what the very importance of what was said!

[@chalisarwar]

Pressure wash your yard floor and outer brick walls will be nice . It gives clean look

[@PhilJenks]

Don't forget to apply for planning permission!

[@bartoni79]

Is it needed to just replace signs? Or is it the new pedestrian entrance that requires planning permission?

[@kabukidreamboy]

What for? It's not like anyone would notice or check.

[@mikegrimes6846]

Even though it looks crap you must get planning permission to change any visible external elevations. Signage is a separate planning permission. Any structural construction will require building reg approval. Start by showing any proposed work to planning dept and get early advice and get them on side

[@brianjones5535]

@@mikegrimes6846 Oh yes! It can be very expensive if something is done that doesn't meet local planning guide lines. It can be very expensive to rip out the work that has just been done!!

[@karl8049]

Best of luck with the new look at your car sales building. Maybe one day you may decide to try and buy the building or your success will result in you finding another venue that you will own. You are an inspiration to others. I look forward to seeing the finished look. 😃👍

[@gregg.d]

“I massively overspend so you don’t have to..” on a giant 3D gel numberplate. 😂😂

[@howardlake6178]

I am rejuvenating an apartment building in Sandbanks, and you can put glass in place of railings. A regular wipe is a lot cheaper than painting them once, let alone regularly, and you can use the existing frame for security

[@asdreww]

Can you not just buy it outright? Surely a building like this doesn't sell for that much in the grand scheme of things

[@paulgreen758]

believe me you can earn more than from property that you bought it for, and still sell it for a profit in most cases, ive never bought commercial, I had a 50 house portfolio before I retired at 55, yes hard work but worth it, on the other hand its cheaper to rent for a start up, or if you think of expanding in the future to a bigger site then you dont have to sell before you buy

[@johnb8956]

A lot of landlords for places like this would rather sit on it. You’d possibly have to offer them way above what it’s worth for them to get shot of it.

[@paulgreen758]

@@johnb8956 agreed, unless Matt has a deal with the guy at some future stage

[@brianjones5535]

Location, location, location. It's in the "wrong" place and really too small. No room for expansion. The yard really looks like an exercise of squeezing a quart into a pint pot.