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Post by elcameeeno on Oct 17, 2011 12:12:14 GMT -5
I am trying to guage whether or not there would be much interest in renting space to store cars and do light repairs. I have located a potential space in North Round Rock with space for 6 or 8 cars, electricty, lounge area for a fridge, sofa, TV etc. also has a rest room. If I could get enough renters, this has a realistic shot of happening. But... I need to get a sense of whether or not people would be interested in something like this. If you were willing to rent space, what would you think a fair monthly price would be?
Thoughts?
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Post by TexasEd on Oct 17, 2011 15:45:39 GMT -5
I'm interested but very price sensitive.
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Post by agshelby on Oct 17, 2011 16:25:07 GMT -5
I'm interested - I also have some big tools (example 2K hoist) that I could keep down there.
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Post by 65stang on Oct 17, 2011 20:10:03 GMT -5
The movie Christine has a dumpy version of a place like that. I always wondered why there weren't more of these kind of places. It makes sense to me, since many people don't have the work area they need.
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Post by elcameeeno on Oct 17, 2011 22:04:09 GMT -5
We are looking into the feasibility. Anyone who might be interested let me know. We need about four or five guys. It's be a great way to take load off of our garages and be a cool hangout.
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Post by gm4ever on Oct 17, 2011 22:14:35 GMT -5
The movie Christine has a dumpy version of a place like that. I always wondered why there weren't more of these kind of places. It makes sense to me, since many people don't have the work area they need. Can I be Darnell? I got the gut for it. Would love to have access to a lift for my Cutlass engine swap. -Mike |
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Post by 96pushrodford on Oct 17, 2011 23:14:05 GMT -5
LIFT TO DO EXHAUST  |
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Post by Mopar Maniac on Oct 18, 2011 9:44:38 GMT -5
Ink me in. I have NO place for Greenie right now...
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Post by elcameeeno on Oct 18, 2011 11:57:28 GMT -5
Ok, agshelby and Mopar Maniac are seriously considering, between me and Ramon we are at four. Somewhere around 6 people is the target, more if we can get 'em.
10x20 storage at your local storage lot is $115- $125 month, this includes that, plus workspace and power and a place to hang out with like minded gearheads for just a little more.
...the feasibility study continues....
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Post by Snot Rod on Oct 22, 2011 12:18:50 GMT -5
I would be interested also.
How many people do we need to keep it in the $115 - $125 rate?
And would we need a lease/contract or would it be month-to-month?
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Post by T-Man on Oct 22, 2011 12:48:34 GMT -5
Hmmmmmm
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Post by elcameeeno on Oct 24, 2011 10:45:51 GMT -5
...still working this idea.....
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Post by elcameeeno on Oct 27, 2011 11:28:08 GMT -5
As we think about this some more, the business model may change a bit. Instead of storage, how does a rent by the day shop space for the DIY guy sound? Major equipment available, engine lifts, engine stands, floor jacks etc. Air Conditioned lounge area with TV and a fridge, crapper etc.
We have located a space, now just trying to find the best way to use it. As long as it pays for it self and provides a gearhead hangout all is good.
Thoughts from the community? Would any of you find something like this useful?
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Post by TexasEd on Oct 27, 2011 15:22:53 GMT -5
yes
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Post by agshelby on Oct 27, 2011 17:34:09 GMT -5
As we think about this some more, the business model may change a bit. Instead of storage, how does a rent by the day shop space for the DIY guy sound? Major equipment available, engine lifts, engine stands, floor jacks etc. Air Conditioned lounge area with TV and a fridge, crapper etc. We have located a space, now just trying to find the best way to use it. As long as it pays for it self and provides a gearhead hangout all is good. Thoughts from the community? Would any of you find something like this useful? You would need to do a subscription vs. pay as you go. There just aren't that many of us who do our own work to cover the rent based upon hourly usage. I would consider paying a subscription or a fractional ownership - but it would have to include storage. I have plenty of room to work now - but would like to have room to store one car off-site. |
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Post by elcameeeno on Oct 28, 2011 16:24:53 GMT -5
As we think about this some more, the business model may change a bit. Instead of storage, how does a rent by the day shop space for the DIY guy sound? Major equipment available, engine lifts, engine stands, floor jacks etc. Air Conditioned lounge area with TV and a fridge, crapper etc. We have located a space, now just trying to find the best way to use it. As long as it pays for it self and provides a gearhead hangout all is good. Thoughts from the community? Would any of you find something like this useful? You would need to do a subscription vs. pay as you go. There just aren't that many of us who do our own work to cover the rent based upon hourly usage. I would consider paying a subscription or a fractional ownership - but it would have to include storage. I have plenty of room to work now - but would like to have room to store one car off-site. Steven, you should have lunch with Ramon and I and discuss it. This could become a reality very easily. The actual business model is still fluid at this point. |
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Post by T-Man on Nov 8, 2011 19:59:10 GMT -5
Well I don't know about this idea, let me think.....I'M IN!!!!!!!!
Some years back, someone had a great idea and opened a self-service garage over on Riverside Dr. in Austin. They rented you a stall/ lift and the tools needed for whatever you were doing to your car. Didn't last a real long time though.
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Post by 63vair on Nov 9, 2011 18:59:19 GMT -5
Had a place like that up in Stillwater, OK 25 years ago.
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