Accounting for car dealers and garages

The accountant for car dealers and garages.

Sales, purchasing, the workshop and stock each need their own approach. We make sure your margin on every car is right and that your VAT (btw) is calculated under the correct scheme.

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Package for car dealers and garages

From €150 per month

Full service: €200 per month

Your own online environment and app
Connection to your business bank accounts
VAT returns
Preparing annual accounts and filing them with the Chamber of Commerce (KvK)
Corporate income tax return

Physical shop: + €100 per month · Payroll: €13.50 per payslip

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In short

Boekhoudvriend is the accountant for car dealers and garages across the Netherlands. We handle your bookkeeping, VAT (btw) returns, annual accounts and tax returns for a fixed fee from €150 per month. Cancel monthly, reply within 24 hours.

VAT: When you sell used cars that you bought without VAT, you often apply the margin scheme (margeregeling) and only pay VAT on your profit margin. Workshop services are charged at 21%.
Usual structure: Often a BV, with or without a personal holding company
Price per month: From €150 (Review) or €200 (Full service) for a BV, excl. VAT. Physical shop: + €100 per month. Payroll: €13.50 per payslip
Contract: Cancel monthly. Reply within 24 hours.

Specifically for car dealers and garages

What we pay extra attention to for car dealers and garages.

Margin scheme per car

We record the purchase and sale of each car, so your margin scheme is applied correctly and you can see what you earn per vehicle.

Stock valuation

Cars in stock represent a lot of money. We value your stock correctly in the annual accounts and keep you informed about fast-moving and slow-moving stock.

Workshop and parts

We link hours, parts and consumables from the workshop to your invoices, so you can see how profitable your workshop is.

Costs we often see for car dealers and garages.

Business expenses reduce your profit and therefore your tax. We make sure they are booked correctly and, where possible, that you make use of the investment deduction (investeringsaftrek).

Purchase of vehicles and parts
Workshop fit-out and tools
Showroom and premises
Garage and motor trade insurance
Dealer and diagnostic software

What's included in your package

Your own online environment and app
Connection to your business bank accounts
VAT returns
Preparing annual accounts and filing them with the Chamber of Commerce (KvK)
Corporate income tax return
Tax advice (fair use)
Cancel monthly, reply within 24 hours

How it works

Getting started with Boekhoudvriend as a car dealer.

01
Intro call
We discuss your business and you see straight away what it costs.
02
Setup
We set up your bookkeeping and connect your bank, mailbox and systems.
03
Processed continuously
Documents are processed automatically and reviewed by your dedicated team.
04
Tax returns handled
We take care of VAT (btw), annual accounts and tax returns. You always have up-to-date insight.

Client stories

What business owners notice most is the peace of mind.

5.0

29 Google reviews

Brought peace of mind back to our company

“When it comes to administration, the Boekhoudvriend team has brought peace of mind back to our company. The way they communicate, the speed that comes with it and the clarity of the accounting software could add enormous value for any business owner.”

QLQuincy van Loovia Google

Knowledgeable, precise and extremely fast

“Boekhoudvriend has been doing my bookkeeping for several BVs for more than a year now. This team is knowledgeable, works precisely and is extremely quick to answer questions. Highly recommended!”

JNJasper van Nistelrooyvia Google

In good, trusted hands

“The service, professionalism and knowledge are something many companies could learn from. You feel that you are in good, trusted hands at Boekhoudvriend, so you can leave the financial side of your business entirely to them.”

WOWillem van den Oordvia Google

Backlog neatly wrapped up

“Top service. Professional knowledge is always on hand and the way they communicate is very pleasant too. I spent a few stressful months trying to get 2023 finished; fortunately it's now neatly wrapped up. Absolutely recommended!”

EBErwin Blomvia Google

Fast and highly knowledgeable

“Very happy with Boekhoudvriend! Always quick, positive feedback and highly knowledgeable.”

EBEllen Boumanvia Google

The right knowledge and skills

“People with the right knowledge and skills to take that (bookkeeping) off your hands.”

JSJeroen Silkensvia Google

FAQ

Frequently asked questions from car dealers and garages

When can I use the margin scheme?+

If you buy a used car from a private individual or another business that does not charge VAT, you can usually apply the margin scheme when you sell it. We check this for each car.

Can you connect my dealer or workshop software?+

Often, yes. We connect your till system or online shop and process invoices from your workshop software automatically. During the intro call, we look at what is possible.

Do you also handle payroll for mechanics?+

Yes. We take care of payslips and payroll tax returns for a fixed fee per payslip.

Am I tied to a contract as a car dealer?+

No. Your subscription can be cancelled monthly and you pay a fixed monthly fee, with no hourly billing.

Can I switch halfway through the year?+

Yes. We arrange the handover with your current accountant, including history, opening balance and ongoing tax returns.

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