Rapid Car Check sells vehicle history checks to used car buyers in the UK. 12-month profit of $36,779, high return rate, brand searches & organic visits.
Established in late 2018, a UK-based vehicle history checking platform offers both free and paid services for used car buyers. It operates as a well-known website and Android app, generating revenue through automated vehicle history reports after payment. The platform boasts over 1,000 reviews on Trustpilot with a 4.9/5 rating and significant brand and organic search traffic, including 10,000+ monthly brand searches. With over 23,100 registered users and a profitable streak of £29,382 ($36,779) annually, it has also garnered considerable press coverage.
The service uses several open data sources for free checks, compiled through custom PHP code, while paid checks are sourced from a third-party supplier. The Android app has achieved over 10,000 installs with a rating of 4.7/5. Monthly user visits range from around 85,000 to 117,000, with a sizable portion being new users. There is a consistent pattern of free monthly search queries, peaking at over 326,000 in March 2022.
Despite its success, personal circumstances necessitate the sale of the business. Prospective buyers are encouraged to explore growth opportunities such as developing an iPhone app, enhancing the existing Android app, increasing prices for bulk check packages, utilizing AdSense for free results pages, and initiating advertising campaigns. This platform represents a stable investment with a variety of avenues for continued growth and profitability.
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