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This week on DealerChat, SPR Mercedes’ Sam shares why he’s turning away new customers. Meanwhile, things get serious as Joe contemplates legal action after Chops allegedly wiped codes on a recent sale.

Join Joe, Chops, Dave, and guest Sam as they dive into the dealer vs. mechanic drama, you won’t want to miss the heated discussion!

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In our 10th episode, Mohammad Haque is balancing two jobs and now taking on a third, with support from Joe and Dave. He's learning key strategies for scaling his business, like the importance of raising stock prices for long-term growth. Mohammad also discovers how to stand out against competitors, such as High Peaks, and that sometimes having fewer cars in inventory can be more effective.

In this video, Joe and Dave share the advantages of attending in-person auctions and explain how reducing stock can boost business growth. Whether you're new to the car trade or looking to expand, you'll also learn valuable tips like sourcing parts efficiently and mastering your niche, just as Mohammad does with Minis. Watch as Joe and Dave guide Mohammad to the next level and see how you can use these strategies in your own business!
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Welcome to Dealerchat Podcast Ep 15! This week, we’ve got some cracking stories from the car dealing world that you won’t want to miss, with special guests Theo "Bowen's Garage" & Rob "The Log Book"

Rob’s had a right nightmare with a customer, while Dave’s back from his holiday, but not without getting properly scammed! On the brighter side, Theo’s smashing it, having sold loads of motors, and Joe’s sharing his YouTube wisdom with upcoming YouTuber Rob "The Log Book" and everyones shares shocking money mistakes, that could have cost us big.

If you’re in the motor trade or just love a good laugh about customer chaos, this episode’s for you.

If you think the grass is always greener, you’ll soon find out it’s not when it comes to car buyers.

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Rob Cubitt: https://www.youtube.com/@thelogbookcc
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In this week's very special in-person episode, we're coming to you live from G3 with the incredible Jo Smith and Jodie Barber of Wink Cars! As a proud female-owned dealership, Jo and Jodie bring a fresh, unique, and inclusive perspective to the automotive world. We'll dive deep into their journey to success, the challenges they've overcome, and the exciting future of the industry. You won't want to miss this inspiring conversation!

Jo and Jodie have also launched their very own YouTube channel:  @thefemalecardealers   where they share their journey in the automotive world. Their latest video is all about their first experience at G3—don't miss out on how they got on!
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JJsUfGsegM

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DEALER CHAT EPISODE 10 - James Baggott - Car Dealer Magazine
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Join Joe Betty,  James Harding, David Gott and this weeks special guest James Baggott the Editor in Chief of Car Dealer Magazine.
To keep up with everything James gets up to check out his YouTube channel @CarDealerMagazine
Check out Car Dealer Magazine for all the latest Car Dealer news: https://cardealermagazine.co.uk
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DEALER CHAT EPISODE 13 - Umesh Samani
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Join Joe Betty,  James Harding, David Gott and industry legend Umesh Samani. We talk over how his career started, how David got scammed for £5,000 and Chops learns he's been paying a ton of money for services he could get for FREE as an IMDA member!

You should definitely consider joining IMDA if you haven't already! It's free and offers valuable resources for any dealership. Check it out here: https://theimda.co.uk
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- https://www.facebook.com/SpecialistCarsStoke/
- https://www.specialistcars-stoke.co.uk
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MOTOR TRADE MENTORS
In our 9th episode, David and Joe are jealous of mechanic Matt Langdon of JM Automotive, who along with his business partner has been making the switch from fixing cars to selling cars.


Youtube:  @JMAutomotiveltd
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/jmautomotiveuk/
Website: www.jm-automotive.co.uk
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DEALER CHAT EPISODE 12 - James Alford
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Join Joe Betty,  James Harding, David Gott and the return of James Alford. In this weeks episode we talk over everything from customers to dogs taking are stress away.

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James Alford
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Check out the video version on  ►https://youtube.com/@realtorquepodcast?si=Tstd-nkufM-zLDp6

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MOTOR TRADE MENTORS
In our 8th episode, we talk to Hamilton James who has a long history of working with cars but is now moving over to running his own business.
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DEALER CHAT EPISODE 11 - Rory Anderson - RS Car Sales
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Join Joe Betty, David Gott and this weeks special guest Rory Anderson the passionate owner of RS Car Sales, a leading UK-based dealership specializing in high-quality, used cars. With years of industry experience, Rory has built a reputation for providing excellent customer service, expert knowledge, and an impressive selection of vehicles. Join us as we dive into Rory's journey, his commitment to transparency, and his dedication to making car buying a hassle-free experience.

Check Out RS Car Sales social media to find out more!
RS Car Sales website: https://www.rscarsales.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rscarsales/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RSCarSalesCheshire
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