Prices have been CRAZY! Is this the turning point?

[@GeekOfShaves]

Great video explaining all the costs and the auction fees

[@ChopsGarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@trevorphillips3055]

Prices are still crazy imo. 2.7k for a 15yr old focus. A lot of the motors in that auction are bangers, and the risk of faults is huge. Just think what prices will be like going forward if the crazy petrol and diesel ban goes ahead in 2030.

[@huwjones5879]

Yes, most of those cars are what I would call a banger. I know what you mean about prices, only yesterday I was talking with a friend, he had been to look at a 2012 Toyota Yaris for his son's first car, average mileage, some service history, but owned by an OAP driver so lots scrapes and small dents all over it. Owner wanted £2300 for it. He eventually paid £2k, and we were saying that only a few years ago it would have been nearer £800 and only then if it had a tank of fuel and decent time on the MOT remaining.

[@kevoc3268]

Try the rip off republic,mind boggling used car prices here

[@shabba890]

​@@huwjones5879pre covid were the glory days. We never knew how good we had it.

[@Markisleo]

Agreed prices are still around treble on private sales

[@AndyC2_]

Totally agree 👍🏼

[@danielsellers8538]

I would not be able to deal with the stress 😊

[@mini_special]

It's amazing for me to see how quickly you can buy and sell cars. I usually buy bad cars and am on them for months at a time, but I also do the work myself and usually out of ours for things like timing chains or big end bearings on BMWs or minis!

[@c11yan]

Chops has the best business out of all the KZbinrs in their group - simplest lowest cost of operation in terms of advertising and inputs ie servicing and prepping combined with stock per person in business.

[@chrishart8548]

And Chops even gets burnt on so many cars and he works his ass off. Must of managed to fit 28 hours in a day selling the cars and keeping the you tube going.

[@richardgibson6647]

It is quite amazing that you make a living. You are an honest trader that looks after your customers and loves your job. Shame you are not nearer, I am about to mot and service my car which has done 350 miles since last mot so considering giving up. My sister has a newer similar model and wants a specific replacement.

[@ChopsGarage]

I appreciate that!

[@bellend69]

Did you have a chance to do a video on the Tipo before you sold it. Would like to know your thoughts on the car.

[@stepheng8779]

Throwback to the old days. Still my favourite bunch of videos of yours when you bought those 9 or 10 cheapies and turned them round in a month 👍

[@ChopsGarage]

Old skool chops

[@liamegan4303]

Hello from Ireland again, James. That Ford Focus, that you got from Joe, has cleared up very nicely. That i35 was a nice buy, buddy. Shame about the Ford Fiesta and Sandaro, and the Picasso. That Twingo is a lovely motor, Wicked Colour, keep up the brilliant work, James 🙏🥰👌👏👏👏👏👏👏👏😅

[@jonathanb4847]

Interesting video James, looking forward to seeing your site crammed full of motors 😁

[@peterdownes8275]

Has the Rolls finally sold . Yet?

[@billythebubble3902]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge James, another great video

[@harrygiles1098]

Really enjoyed the video, more of these please, Have a great weekend x

[@ChopsGarage]

More to come!

[@geoffcarlton4047]

I find Autotrader valuation are about 10-20% over.

[@ChopsGarage]

I sell sub 5k cars over Autotrader so I find it below

[@zzhughesd]

@@ChopsGarageI find it accurate as hell selling under £3600 area. In grim north make a sale do sell at 80% autotrader retail.

[@geoffcarlton4047]

@@ChopsGarage fair point with lower value. Recent Peugeot 2008 74 plate, autotrader reckons 19k+, plenty on there for 16-17k

[@daviddillon172]

Good fun watching this, hope they turn out good for you.

[@ChopsGarage]

I hope so too

[@dennisevers3421]

Yes

[@MrRedfreds]

It's like going to the casino, it's a numbers game , looking forward to the update.

[@alexdalgleish1061]

Thought might go and pick up IX35 as £100 saving might buy relevant part bringing up diagnostic light. When delivery just 3 figures understand why having bulk delivery.

[@waynewiddecombe3502]

Always a great informative video 👍

[@brianmonahan7990]

Sounds as if you are better going to the live auctions and seeing the cars with live bidding. Good luck James you are one of the rare breed ( honest) in the car industry that works hard and your word is your bond ! 👍

[@renovateandflip2073]

To me, those prices are still very high..

[@chrishart8548]

£3k for a 14 year old fiesta is crazy.

[@motoringmemories6825]

Great vlog James. I would help you drive one back. Always nice to drive something different. Glen.

[@ChopsGarage]

Thanks 👍

[@henrykravitz468]

Hi James great video explaining all the costs of buying from auction. You got some great stock. Have a great weekend James.

[@SimonJones49]

Audio warning again, for those with headphones! 🤣

[@MrSonicAdvance]

Roomsters are a great car. Lovely niche vehicles.

[@ChopsGarage]

Yes indeed!

[@AndyC2_]

Rolls update please James !

[@zzhughesd]

Jan was dire online bidding all Jan long. As usual. Seamed even worse this year though

[@tonyfry5455]

Would you consider getting in a few Cat N write offs and repairing them? I know you'd have to sell at maybe 25% below retail, but is there still a decent margin in it? Or are the buying public still scared of anything like that? Looking at some Cat N, they dont look like theyd need much more than you do to some of yours now...

[@ChopsGarage]

You need to go back and watch the early vids but. It's all I did. Very time consuming and little more profit

[@northcornwallbylandandair]

Evening James, @Chops Garage asked for a price on my car but not heard anything back from you yet. Roughly how long would it take? Regards

[@paramedicchrisbookseries]

Another great video

[@jamie1944]

Would it not be better hiring a driver maybe some one semi retired to collect the cars ?

[@gerryattrickbiker]

The bloke that makes the best money from the motor trade and doesnt have to lift a finger?? The effing VAT man!!!!

[@ChopsGarage]

True

[@chucky2316]

You could always do what keywise of exeter do buy in clapped out rusty arnold clark scottish rubbish with low mileage 😂

[@shabba890]

Would never buy a car with a Scotland plate. The rust up there is obscene.

[@brianmonahan7990]

@@shabba890 They wear skirts , throw large logs and chase they wee furry haggis around up there ! 😂😂😂

[@aceace5457]

[@shabba890]

Interesting watch and brave pills needed!

[@ChopsGarage]

It really is!

[@Joolz777]

😎😎😎😎🌶🌶🌶👍👍

[@kaptinkeiff]

Skimming through videos for audio issues would be worth it, this is yet another video with lopsided audio for the first section I enjoy the videos, but it'll annoy people with headphones (like me)

[@Julian-hx9yp]

Honestly if you're pay under 2k why should someone pay 4k

[@rogermurphy1154]

Er he has to make profit and warrant it?

[@austinlloyd9757]

​@@rogermurphy1154because £2000 you get up to 6 months warranty,,which covers expensive parts should they go wrong,,,,,and if you follow some cars only actually make a profit between £300 , 500,, and if you gotna pair you risk £2000 and some parts you might make nothing,,,otherwise go out and pay £30,000 with 12 months warranty duhhhh🎉

[@DaleSteel]

Do you ask that question to Tesco?

[@jamespjcoombes]

Because he is adding value. He adds a warranty, he prepares it for sale often fixing issues, he moves its location. All of which affects the cars value. Anyone can buy from auction (well G3 not BCA), if people want to buy it at the auction price they can always do it in the auction hall without the additional value you get from a dealer. I did and got a bargain i know people who have rolled the dice and not been so lucky.

[@anthonywalker5206]

He has got to pay rent, tax, salary to his p/t staff ect. Can't believe someone ask that lol

[@garymorris801]

great video as always