anybody ever try selling products?

[House of Wax]

Long story short, a product I was counting on having before detailing a car tomorrow hasn`t arrived yet. `I stopped by several stores today looking for something to quick replace it but left empty handed, which leads me to my question...
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` Has anybody ever looked into being distributor of any sort on a local level? `The few online vendors I frequent are wonderful, but there`s times that it would be really nice to be able to just stop in somewhere and pick something up. `All of the auto stores seem to just have the same crap, 85% of which I have no interest in. `
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` I`m guessing maybe it`s such a small niche market that it`d be hard to make a profit, but was just curious if anyone has done it or have a place like that where they live

[Dan]

Getting most brands at wholesale isn`t exactly easy. Even some of the more well known stores have to buy grey market to carry a line.

[SeaJays]

Have you tried looking for local supplier for auto
Body shop/detail shop? Even a company that caters to the tunnel washes.

We have a few in mass and they stock a decent amount of stuff. Not everything and sometimes you just can`t find exactly what your looking for but they may have a suitable alternative.

Getting whole accounts for some products can be very difficult and expensive. A lot of times you have to purchase $1,000`s in products. And just doesn`t make sense for a small shop. Could always just ensure your well stocked. Buy in bulk whenever possible. It will save you money in the end and you will always have some in stock.

[David Fermani]

Selling products can surely be a profitable venture. You need to be aware of your competition and decide how and to who you are going to promote to: Dealers / Body Shops / Detail Shops / Retail / Auto Parts. `