Business for sale
Prime Automotive Business & Property – Cradock, Eastern Cape Midlands
Seize a high-visibility automotive business lifestyle in Cradock, Eastern Cape — 200m from the N10 with steady regional traffic. Turnkey operation with accredited spray booth.
Location: Cradock, Eastern Cape – Just 200m from the N10, no bypass, high visibility and accessibility.
Property Overview:
Vernies Motors, established in 1984, is a household name in the Eastern Cape Midlands. Located in the bustling town of Cradock — the only town between Bloemfontein and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) without a bypass — this business enjoys consistent traffic and regional prominence.
This operational and accredited automotive service centre presents a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving business with a strong reputation, extensive facilities, and a loyal customer base from surrounding towns.
Key Features:
Main Building:
- Welcoming reception area
- Administrative offices
- Restrooms and toilets
Workshops:
- 3 fully equipped service workshops
- Vehicle lifts and diagnostic equipment
- Dedicated wash bay
Panel Beating & Paint Shop:
- Accredited panel beating facility including Spray Booth
- Mixing room and preparation bay
- Trusted by clients across the region
Additional Facilities:
- Vehicle shed/workshop
- Secure storeroom
- Comprehensive camera surveillance system
- CDK Security protection
- Remote-controlled access gate
- Entire erf enclosed with palisade fencing
Business Credentials:
- Accredited to service vehicles under warranty
- Accredited with all mayor insurance companies including RT46 government vehicles
- Registered with RMI, Lightstone and Automatrix
- Accredited Collision repairs for Ford and Isuzu
- Long-standing reputation for quality and reliability
- Financials and valuations available upon signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
Investment Potential:
This is a rare opportunity for serious investors in the automotive industry to acquire a turnkey operation with strong infrastructure, brand recognition, and growth potential.
Ownership costs
Property history
Listed for sale at R11,500,000
Price reduced by 23.9% to R8,750,000
