seals Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 i was asked if I would detail a car for someone. how would i go about giving them a price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Diggerdan11 Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 Good Question, I want to know as well. I also have a few people that want my services Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Team Adam's Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 (edited) 3 ways - Hourly: determine what your time is worth per hour + cost of materials. Going this route is generally more suitable to a situation where someone tells you they want a specific result. Example: "I want it 100% swirl free". Well... it could take a little or a lot to get there, you generally won't know until you start. The only catch with this method is making sure your customer understands that the charges continue as long as you work. Menu: You price your services a la carte and with packages. Each step of the process is broken out into an individual charge and based on what the customer wants/needs, the size of the vehicle, etc. the charges are agreed upon in advance. This allows customers to pick and choose and find a combo that fits what they're willing to pay and also keeps them from paying for services they don't need. Flat Rate: You evaluate the vehicle, discuss what the customer wants, and then quote a price. Probably the most common way to do it. You can charge approximately $250-$300 for quality paint correction, more depending on the cars condition is and if you're doing interior, multi step vs. single step polishing, etc. Careful with this though... if you quote flat and short the time you'll end up not making it worth your while, the car may turn out to be a real nightmare and if you've committed to perfection for the price you could end up spending more time than its worth. In the end you need to find a way to charge that makes the most sense in a $ per hour calculation. If you think your time is worth $20 an hour, but you go flat rate, make sure the price you charge nets you that $20 p/hour value. How much to charge depends on where you are, your skill level, and a lot of other things so call around and get quotes on your vehicle to see what the going rate in your area is. Also, if you intend to do this for more than just friends and family do it legit. Get insurance, a business license, and go thru the proper channels. Edited June 14, 2011 by Dylan@Adams Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chris@Adams Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 I might add that some parts of the country will bring more or less money! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 SIDetailing Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Couldn't have said it better myself Dylan. I charge a la Carte. I make better money that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Mato Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 i was asked if I would detail a car for someone. how would i go about giving them a price. What are you doing to it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 MAYBEN Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 great info! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 blackws6ta Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 When I get asked, I charge a la carte. I find alot of people just want it polished and then waxed.many people don't know what paint correction is. I diet mother in laws solara convertible with fmp bg Americana and dressed the exterior with ios ucs and svrt. I charged her 75 plus a home cooked meal lol covers my time and product used. Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 lawson4450 Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 how would i go about making myself legit as far as insurance and stuff is there someone or some business to contact to get this info? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 CrawlinTBSS Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 you need to file with your IRS and state for a EFIN business license, get your EFIN tax ID number, then you would contact an insurance broker to get a insurance plan. im in the process of doing that for my shop now after we got all our business paperwork. most like 1/2million dollar coverage plans will be like 1-2k a year or so from what ive heard. then you need to see an accountant to file tax paperwork, get reseller permits ( if you plan to buy any items for customers to sell to them.youll be tax exempt and then youll pay taxes at the end of the year) theres alot into making a business legal. I didnt have much of a clue when i started but ive learned fairly well. its a good chunk of change right off the bat for filing paperworks, lawyer, accountant . find yourself a good lawyer to write up and file the legals, as well with a accountant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 seals Posted June 17, 2011 Author Share Posted June 17, 2011 Thanks Great info!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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