How to Build a Toy Car Store

Locate toy car and car part suppliers and manufacturers. Determine the size, type and amount of cars to have in your inventory once a business plan, minimum order details and initial cash outlay are determined. Decide on the initial parts needed, such as street or monster car chassis; stock or custom body styles; and the brands of vehicles.

Choose a location that is well-lit and family-friendly with good parking, preferably with enough space to divide into different sections.

Decide how to differentiate from existing toy car stores by choosing different product lines, incorporating other car kits such as retro car models, or adding other services not available elsewhere such as classes or educational opportunities about cars and car building. Add a unique aspect like car races, an on-site repair shop, trading clubs or other activities to keep customers involved.

Develop a floor plan for the store, dividing the store into separate areas for supplies, construction, parts and sales. Add a space or set aside an additional room for car videos, club meetings and educational classes.

Arrange the store in a free-flowing traffic pattern in which customers and kids have easy access to a parts display to choose components before moving to the actual construction assembly line where they'll decide on paint, colors and detailing.

Include a display and section for adding different sound modules and electronic sounds. Stock an assortment of wheel bases, from regular wheels to radio-controlled bases. Add a supply of optional accessories to personalize the cars such as grilles, pipes and other items.