Offer a single service with car equipment for that job

If there are no quick lubes in your area, you may want to start a car garage for oil changes only. Offer service in a guaranteed period or offer to pick up and return customers cars from local work places. Another good niche business is checking and servicing air conditioners if you live in warm climates. Find just the car equipment you need for this type of business.

I recommend: Chain Auto offers automotive tools for oil changes. They offer a full line of oil wrenches and pliers. Fill out their form, email them or call for a quote on the car tools you need. Hechinger offers oil change car tools and their products usually ship in 3 to 5 days.

Buy car tools for your full service garage

Full service garages need autopart equipment that covers everything that may happen to a person's car from minor oil leaks to a complete engine overhaul. Your customers will expect you to fix anything or perform routine car maintenance.

I recommend: USA Tools Inc. offers a complete line of automotive equipment and tools. Order online or call for more information about any tool you find in their online store. Parts America offers a full line of tools from body repair to brake tools to jacks, ramps and stands. Look at their line up and compare prices.

Install diagnostic vehicle equipment to detect malfunctions

Many times your customers will not know what is wrong with their car. Diagnose and repair "that thumping noise" with the correct automotive tool. Guide yourself through this procedure with diagnostic car equipment that tells you exactly what is wrong with the car.

I recommend: TOOLRAGE offers a complete list of diagnostic car tools. Check for cylinder leaks, exhaust, ignitions and other tests to determine what repair work is necessary. Tool Desk offers testers for batteries, starters and alternators. Look at all of the test equipment and purchase the one you need.