Reconditioning Profit Calculator
Recon creep is where front-end gross disappears. Use this tool on every trade-in to project true gross before you commit dollars to recon.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I include in recon?+
Parts, shop labor (at internal rate), detail, reconditioning supplies, any sublet work (PDR, glass, tires), plus a daily holding cost per day sitting on the lot.
What's a reasonable daily holding cost?+
$20–$40/day is a common rule of thumb — it covers floorplan interest, insurance, and lot overhead. Aged inventory tax compounds fast.
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