Comprehensive consulting for your car dealership

Well-informed decisions on succession, sale, or restructuring

Whether you’re exploring new sales models, facing an unresolved succession issue, or have concrete plans to sell your business: We provide structured and practical support through our consulting services for the automotive trade, from initial analysis to implementation.

Our consulting is specifically aimed at owners and managing directors of car dealerships or automotive retail groups who are facing critical business decisions. Schedule a no-obligation initial consultation now and gain clarity on your options.

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Structured analysis as the foundation of every decision

Every successful decision begins with a clear starting point. That is why our consulting process begins with a structured, data-driven analysis of your dealership. We take a holistic view of your business and identify reliable decision-making foundations in the following areas:

Financial situation

Analysis of key financial metrics (revenue, profit, cash flow)
Assessment of the profitability of individual business units
Review of liquidity and financing structure

Market Position & Competition

Positioning within the regional market environment
Benchmarking against competitors
Analysis of brand performance and market shares

Organization & Personnel

Assessment of management structure and decision-making processes
Analysis of operational efficiency and processes
Assessment of the future viability of the personnel structure

Manufacturer dependencies & contracts

Analysis of existing manufacturer contracts
Assessment of dependencies and risks
Evaluation of current developments (e.g., agency models)

Future viability of the business model

Level of digitalization at the dealership
Potential in after-sales
Impact of electric mobility and new mobility concepts

As a result, you will receive a structured decision-making document with clearly prioritized areas of action and concrete next steps.

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Examples of our consulting areas in the automotive dealership

Based on the analysis, we develop concrete, actionable strategies rather than theoretical concepts.

Consulting on succession in the car dealership

Succession is one of the most critical business decisions—with far-reaching financial and personal consequences. Our focus is on a sustainable and structured handover:

Succession planning within the family
Preparation and development of the next generation
Preservation of know-how and company value
Management buyout (MBO) or management buy-in (MBI)

If internal succession is not possible, we develop alternative handover models, including suitable structures and financing solutions.

Consulting on the sale of a car dealership

The sale of a car dealership requires precise preparation, professional marketing, and structured negotiation. We maximize the company’s value and manage the entire sales process:

Identification of suitable buyer groups
Thorough business valuation
Structured sales processes and negotiation management
Support through to successful completion

In certain cases, an orderly closure may also be the most economically sensible option. We support you with:

Objective evaluation of this option
Structured planning of the winding-up process
Minimization of financial and legal risks
Ensuring a controlled process

Collaboration Process

Our consulting follows a clearly structured and transparent process:

Initial consultation to define objectives
Detailed analysis of your dealership
Strategy workshop with decision-makers
Development and evaluation of concrete options
Decision support
Support during implementation

You maintain full oversight at all times: we provide the basis for your decisions.

Personalized consulting backed by years of experience in the automotive industry

The consulting process is personally managed by our experienced consultant Markus Stadelmann, who has practical, hands-on knowledge of the automotive industry and its challenges gained over many years. Through close collaboration with dealership owners, managing directors, and automotive groups, we have developed a deep understanding of economic dynamics, manufacturer requirements, and strategic decision-making processes in the automotive sector.

Whether it’s succession planning, selling a business, or strategic realignment: you benefit from personalized, practical guidance with a clear eye for risks, potential, and realistic courses of action.