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2 Cheap Cars Group - Annual Report 2026

Annual Report25 June 20262CCFinancials

FOR THE
YEAR ENDED

31 MARCH

ANNUAL

REPORT

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Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2026.

CONTENTS

WHO WE ARE

FY26 IN REVIEW

KEY METRICS

BOARD AND MANAGEMENT

FINANCIAL SUMMARY

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

STATEMENT OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

STATUTORY DISCLOSURES

CORPORATE DIRECTORY

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On behalf of the Board and management of 2 Cheap Cars

Group Limited, we are pleased to present the Annual Report

for the financial year ended 31 March 2026.

Approved for and on behalf of the Board of Directors

Director Director

26 June 2026.

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WHO

WE ARE

At 2 Cheap Cars, our commitment to delivering quality, affordable

vehicles to Kiwis remains as strong as ever.

As one of New Zealand’s leading used vehicle retailers, we continue to

set the standard for value and reliability, with a network of 10 dealerships

and a 4%1 share of the used vehicle market. In FY26, we proudly sold 7,239

vehicles, reinforcing our position as a trusted name in automotive retail.

What truly distinguishes us is our vertically integrated supply chain.

Our dedicated team in Japan meticulously sources, inspects, and selects

vehicles that align perfectly with the needs of New Zealand drivers.

Every car undergoes rigorous servicing, compliance checks, and

preparation at our Auckland hub before being distributed across our

retail network. This year, we further optimised our operations through a

renewed hybrid compliance strategy, blending in-house expertise with

strategic outsourcing to enhance efficiency and adaptability.

By maintaining direct oversight at every stage, we ensure operational

excellence, cost-effective processes, and a consistent commitment to

quality. Our mission – Driving Better Deals, Every Day – continues to

guide everything we do.

1 Source: Autofile – based on 2 Cheap Cars’ vehicle sales as a proportion

of dealer-to-public used cars sold between 1 April 2025 and 31 March 2026.

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DAYS TO

SELL A CAR

FINANCE


PENETRATION

INSURANCE


PENETRATION

AUCKLAND

HAMILTON

TAURANGA

WELLINGTON

CHRISTCHURCH

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FTE EMPLOYEESCARS SOLD

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FY26 presented a demanding landscape for the used vehicle

sector, marked by rising regulatory costs, subdued consumer

sentiment, and broader economic headwinds that tempered

demand throughout much of the year. Despite these

challenges, 2 Cheap Cars delivered a robust performance,

achieving a net profit after tax (NPAT) of $3.2 million – meeting

the guidance issued in January 2026, which projected full-year

NPAT to surpass $3.0 million.


This result underscores the strength of our vertically integrated operating

model and the impact of key operational initiatives implemented over the

past year. Momentum gathered significantly in the second half, driven

by stronger vehicle margins, improved procurement conditions, and

outstanding finance and insurance performance.

Revenue and income remained steady at $81.7 million, a slight decline

of 0.3% f rom FY25, even as vehicle volumes softened and industry-wide

pricing pressures persisted. Total vehicle sales reached 7,239, compared

to 7,675 in FY25.

Profitability in FY26 was notably affected by higher carbon credit costs

under the Clean Car Standard, which reduced year-on-year NPAT by

approximately $1.7 million relative to FY25. However, adjustments

to carbon credit settings in the final quarter provided relief, with

reduced costs supporting profitability for vehicles imported and sold

under the revised f ramework.

The Group also delivered record-breaking finance and insurance

results, with the insurance penetration rate reaching an all-time

high of 44% (up f rom 36% in FY25) and the finance penetration

rate rising to 31% (up f rom 27% in FY25). This success was fuelled

by disciplined sales execution and a more stable consumer

financing environment.

Financially, the company maintained its strong footing,

generating $4.2 million in net operating cash inflow. In line

with our dividend policy, the Board declared a final gross

dividend of 3.99 cents per share, bringing total FY2026 gross

dividends to 6.14 cents per share.

REAR VIEW

MIRROR

FY26 IN REVIEW

STRATEGIC UPDATE

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RETAIL FOOTPRINT

During FY26, the Group continued to

refine its retail footprint by consolidating

smaller or under-performing yards and

reallocating volume into larger, more

strategically located sites. The major

addition was the opening of the new

Sylvia Park flagship yard in August 2025,

which quickly became a meaningful

contributor to Group sales volumes. This

followed the FY25 launch of Greenlane at

620 Great South Road and reinforced the

Group’s shift toward larger-format, higher-

capacity retail locations.

This expansion was balanced by the

rationalisation of smaller sites. New Lynn

was closed following the expiry of its lease,

Westgate was subleased f rom September

2025, and Botany volumes were absorbed

into Sylvia Park following the earlier

temporary relocation of the Botany yard.

Palmerston North was also closed, with

its volumes absorbed into a new, larger

Wellington site located in Petone which

opened in December 2025.

2 Cheap Cars now operates 10 yards,

reflecting a deliberate strategy to improve

network efficiency, reduce exposure to

smaller under-performing sites, and drive

stronger volumes through higher-quality

retail locations.

STRENGTHENING

BRAND AND DIGITAL

ENGAGEMENT

The Group also continued to invest in

initiatives to enhance long-term capability

and customer engagement. Key efforts

during the year included:

• Increased investment in direct-to-

consumer marketing channels to

build stronger customer relationships

and reduce dependence on third-

party platforms.

• Strengthening brand capability to

reinforce our market position and

differentiate our offering.

• Enhancing digital customer

engagement initiatives to improve the

online experience and streamline the

car-buying process.

These strategic moves are expected to

reduce reliance on third-party listing

platforms over time, enabling us to better

control our brand narrative and customer

interactions.

By focusing on bigger, better-located

car yards and digital innovation, we are

confident in our ability to drive improved

sales efficiency, customer satisfaction, and

long-term profitability.

David Sena

CEO

Michael Stiassny

Chair

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HIGHLIGHTS

FY26

FY27

PRIORITIES

The Group enters FY27 with strong early trading

momentum and a continued focus on disciplined

execution, operational efficiency, direct-to-consumer

marketing, and balance sheet strength.

Looking ahead, 2 Cheap Cars is well positioned to benefit f rom

FY26 investments. The Sylvia Park branch will provide a full-year

contribution in FY27.

We are also strengthening our operating platform, with an increased

focus on Christchurch, including the establishment of dedicated

refurbishment capacity and additional operational leadership in

the region. In Auckland, we are rebalancing internal and external

compliance and refurbishment activity through the hub to improve

efficiency, control, and speed to market.

Further opportunities exist through digital capability, increased

own-channel lead generation, continued finance and insurance

contributions, and disciplined inventory management. The company

is also exploring further network opportunities to support future

volume growth and customer reach.

The new Sylvia Park site,

adjacent to IKEA, opened in

August 2025 and sold 849 cars

in FY26 (rising to over 1,000

cars by end of May 2026).

It is now consistently 2 Cheap

Cars’ highest-volume branch.

A new larger Wellington

branch opened in Petone

in December 2025.

Underperforming

branches (New Lynn,

Westgate, Palmerston

North) were closed with

volumes absorbed by

bigger, higher quality

locations.

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The Group’s strong balance sheet enabled

a significant shift toward direct purchasing

through its Japanese subsidiary.

This has reduced reliance on third-party

purchasing agent funding, while preserving

the Group’s direct oversight of vehicle selection,

inspection and procurement quality.

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SUMMARY OF KEY RESULTS

UNDERLYING EPS

NET OPERATING

CASH INFLOW

7 CPS

$

4.2M

6.14 CPS

UNCHANGED FROM 7 CPS

DOWN $2.5M

f rom $6.7M

UP FROM 6.03 CPS

DOWN 0.3% f rom $82.0M

REVENUE AND INCOME

$

81.7M

$

8.1M

UP 1% f rom $8.0M

FY26 UNDERLYING EBITDA

$

17.4M

DOWN 2% f rom $17.8M

CONTRIBUTION MARGIN

$

3.2M

DOWN 3% f rom $3.3M

NPAT

FY26 GROSS DIVIDEND

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Michael Stiassny

Independent Director | Chair

Michael has extensive business, financial and

strategic advisory experience and has enjoyed

a high-profile governance career. Michael is

currently the Chairman of Being AI Limited,

Momentum Life Insurance Limited and a director

of a number of privately held companies including

Tegel Group Holdings Limited.

With a keen interest in ensuring the justice system

is accessible to everyone, Michael is a Director of

leading New Zealand litigation funder, LPF Group

Limited. He also dedicates significant time to start

ups and championing entrepreneurship through

his involvement in Founders Advisory.

Michael holds both Commerce and Law degrees

f rom the University of Auckland and is a Chartered

Fellow and past President of the New Zealand

Institute of Directors.

Angus (Gus) Guerin

CFO

Gus has over two decades of finance experience,

working for various global, publicly listed

organisations.

After qualifying as a Chartered Accountant with

Ernst and Young (EY), Gus worked within Fonterra’s

performance reporting division before embarking

on a four-year stint in London where he held

multiple finance roles within US-listed company,

Wyndham Hotels. Since returning to New Zealand,

Gus has held senior finance roles with Treasury

Wines, British American Tobacco, and most

recently as CFO at ArchiPro.

David Sena

Executive Director | CEO

David founded 2 Cheap Cars in 2011 with a clear

vision to ensure New Zealanders could get a great

deal on top quality imported used cars. From

humble beginnings, David has worked tirelessly

to build the contacts and relationships necessary

to develop a fully integrated supply chain that

could successfully deliver on that vision.

Today, 2 Cheap Cars has successfully served

over 100,000 customers and David continues to

leverage his extensive networks and automotive

knowledge to profitably grow the business.  

David is proud to remain ‘hands on’ in the business

he loves, meeting the needs of 2 Cheap Cars’

customers and delivering results for his fellow

shareholders.

Gordon Shaw

Independent Director

Gordon is a professional director and business

advisor with over 20 years’ of experience in

management and governance across the

commercial transport, vehicle retail and regulatory,

and government sectors in New Zealand and

internationally.

Gordon is currently an Independent Trustee of the

Nelson Bays Primary Health Trust, Chair of ProMed

HR NZ Ltd, External Member of the Department

of Corrections (Ara Poutama Aotearoa) Audit and

Risk Committee, and Independent Deputy Chair

Te Koekoeā Committee for Council Controlled

Organisations for the Far North District Council.

He is also a chartered member of the New Zealand

Institute of Directors and a committee member of

the Institute’s Nelson Marlborough branch.

THE BOARD

AND MANAGEMENT

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OPERATING REVENUE

• The 2 Cheap Cars Group’s revenue is primarily generated through its automotive retail operations.

Revenue is principally derived f rom the sale of used vehicles and f rom agent commissions relating

to the sale of third-party finance and insurance products. The Group also receives a small amount of

finance income f rom its residual loan book, which continues to run down.

• The Group recorded total revenue and income of $81.7 million for the year ended 31 March 2026,

broadly in line with FY25.

SALES OF EV/HEV

2 CHEAP CARS


HYBRID/ELECTRIC

VEHICLE GROWTH

Revenue f rom car sales increased slightly to $73.4 million, despite lower vehicle sales volumes,

reflecting stronger average retail pricing.

Finance and insurance agent commissions increased 17% to $7.9 million. This was a strong result

in a softer retail market and reflected improved sales discipline, a more stable consumer finance

environment, and record insurance penetration during the year. Finance penetration increased to

31%, while insurance penetration reached 44%, up f rom 36% in FY25.

Finance and interest income remained broadly stable at $0.4 million, notwithstanding the

continued run-down of the NZ Motor Finance loan book.

Other income reduced significantly f rom FY25, reflecting the prior year recognition of carbon

credit income that did not repeat in FY26. During FY26, the Group became a net user of carbon

credits, with credits utilised to offset Clean Car Standard obligations.

Hybrid and electric vehicles continued to make up a significant and growing proportion of the

Group’s sales mix in FY26.

For the full year, EV/HEV vehicles averaged approximately 60% of total vehicle sales, up f rom

approximately 50% in FY25. While the mix eased slightly in the final quarter, demand remained

strong across the year, reflecting both a clear customer preference for more fuel-efficient vehicles

and the Group’s ability to adjust sourcing through its direct procurement capability in Japan.

This shift highlights the importance of maintaining a flexible sourcing model and a product mix

that reflects customer affordability, fuel-efficiency preferences and the ongoing impact of Clean

Car Standard settings.

20262025Change %

$000$000

Sale of cars 73,386 73,065 0.4%

Finance & insurance agent commissions 7,874 6,735 17%

Finance & interest income 384 370 4%

Revenue and income 81,644 80,170 2%

Other income 70 1,795

Total revenue and income 81,714 81,965 (0.3%)

20262025Change %2026 Mix

%

Petrol vehicles 2,829 3,802 (26%)39%

EV / HEV vehicles 4,410 3,873 14%61%

Total vehicles sold 7,239 7,675 (6%)100%

FINANCIAL

SUMMARY

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FY26

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40%

45%

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55%

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FY25

FY24

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58%

60%

57%

48%

46%48%

56%

54%

63%62%

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NZ MOTOR FINANCE LOAN BOOK

The NZ Motor Finance loan book continued to run down during FY26.

The value of the loan book reduced f rom $0.7 million at 31 March 2025 to $0.2 million at 31 March

2026, while the number of active loans reduced f rom 98 to 71.

No new lending occurred during the year, with the business continuing to focus on collecting

outstanding loan receivables and managing the remaining book through to completion.

The loan book is now small relative to the Group’s overall operations and will continue to reduce

over time.

20262025Change

$000$000%

$ Value of loan book 156 671 (76.8%)

Number of active loans71 98 (27.6%)

CONTRIBUTION MARGIN

Contribution margin for FY26 was $17.4 million, down 2% f rom $17.8 million in FY25.

The decline reflected ongoing margin pressure across the used vehicle sector, including the impact

of elevated Clean Car Standard carbon credit costs during much of the year. These costs were most

pronounced in the first half and had a material impact on year-on-year profitability.

Despite these pressures, the Group delivered a stronger second-half trading performance,

supported by improved procurement conditions in Japan, stronger vehicle margins, disciplined

pricing and operational efficiencies.

Gross margin percentage reduced slightly f rom 22% to 21%, reflecting the continued impact of

regulatory cost pressures. However, the modest decline in contribution margin, despite challenging

market conditions, demonstrates the resilience of the Group’s vertically integrated operating

model.

20262025Change

$000$000%

Revenue and income 81,714 81,965 (0.3%)

Contribution margin 17,442 17,791 (2%)

Gross margin %21.3%21.7%(0.4%)

FINANCIAL SUMMARY

Continued

NET PROFIT AFTER TAX (NPAT)

FINANCIAL RESULTS

The Group reported NPAT of $3.2 million for FY26, down 3% f rom $3.3 million in FY25.

The result was achieved in a challenging market environment, with softer consumer demand, lower

vehicle volumes and elevated Clean Car Standard costs impacting profitability. Carbon credit costs

had a material year-on-year impact, particularly compared with FY25, which benefited f rom the

recognition of carbon credit income.

These headwinds were partly offset by improved second-half trading momentum, stronger vehicle

margins, higher finance and insurance penetration, and continued operating cost control. Revenue

and income remained steady at $81.7 million, while contribution margin reduced by 2% to $17.4

million. Operating expenses reduced by 5% to $9.4 million, reflecting continued cost discipline across

the business.

Depreciation and amortisation increased by 10%, reflecting the Group’s investment in its retail

network, systems and operating platform.

Underlying NPAT was also $3.2 million, with no non-recurring costs or one-off items recognised

during the year. Overall, the FY26 result demonstrates the resilience of the Group’s operating model,

with the business maintaining profitability and delivering a result in line with recent guidance.

20262025Change

$’000$'000%

Revenue and income 81,644 80,170 2%

Sundry income 70 1,795

Total revenue and income 81,714 81,965 (0.3%)

Contribution margin 17,442 17,791 (2%)

Other operating expenses 9,352 9,814 (5%)

Net interest 754 739 2%

Depreciation & amortisation 2,907 2,650 10%

Non-recurring costs - - N/A

Total operating expenses 13,013 13,203 (1%)

Earnings before taxation 4,429 4,588 (3%)

Earnings before tax margin5.4%5.6% (3%)

Taxation 1,241 1,288 (4%)

Net profit after tax 3,188 3,300 (3%)

3.9%4.0% (3%)

Earnings before taxation 4,429 4,588 (3%)

Net consideration f rom re-assignment of leases - - N/A

Non-recurring costs - - N/A

Underlying earnings before taxation 4,429 4,588 (3%)

Net profit after tax 3,188 3,300 (3%)

One off items net of tax - - N/A

Underlying net profit after tax 3,188 3,300 (3%)

Underlying net profit after tax margin3.9%4.0% (3%)

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DIVIDEND

CASH FLOW

Underlying EBITDA increased 1% to $8.1 million in FY26, compared with $8.0 million in FY25.

This improvement was achieved despite lower vehicle volumes and elevated regulatory cost pressure,

reflecting stronger second-half vehicle margins, improved procurement conditions, higher finance

and insurance income, and disciplined cost management.

The underlying EBITDA margin increased slightly to 9.9%, compared with 9.7% in FY25.

Underlying earnings per share were 7 cents per share, unchanged f rom FY25.

The Board declared a final gross dividend of 3.99 cents per share, bringing total FY26 gross

dividends to 6.14 cents per share. The final dividend represents approximately 60% of second-half

NPAT and is consistent with the Group’s stated dividend policy.

The dividend reflects the Board’s confidence in the Group’s financial position, balance sheet

strength, and ability to continue generating positive operating cash flows while maintaining

sufficient liquidity for future growth.

Cash flow f rom operating activities was $4.2 million for FY26, compared with $6.7 million in FY25.

The reduction primarily reflected increased investment in inventory during the year, as the Group

continued to take advantage of direct purchasing opportunities through its Japanese sourcing

operation. Inventory increased to $18.0 million at 31 March 2026, supporting vehicle supply and

customer choice across the retail network.

Free cash flow was $3.7 million, compared with $6.4 million in FY25. Investing cash outflows were

slightly higher than the prior year. In FY25, the Group invested $1.3 million in its retail network;

however, this was partially offset by a one-off reduction in lease guarantee deposits following the

Group’s new funding agreement with ANZ.

Cash and cash equivalents were $3.8 million at year end. The Group remained compliant with all

banking covenants and maintained a strong liquidity position.

20262025Change

$000$000%

Earnings before taxation 4,429 4,588 (3%)

Net consideration f rom re-assignment of leases - -

Non-recurring costs - -

Underlying earnings before taxation 4,429 4,588 (3%)

Interest expense 754 739 2%

Underlying earnings before interest and taxation 5,183 5,327 (3%)

Depreciation & amortisation 2,907 2,650 10%

Underlying earnings before interest, taxation, depreciation and amortisation 8,090 7,9771%

Underlying EBITDA margin9.9%9.7%0.2%

20262025Change

$000$000%

Proceeds from sale of goods 81,070 80,464 1%

Payments to suppliers & employees(75,282) (72,390) 4%

Other operating activities(2,346) (2,342) 0%

Underlying cash flows from retail operating activities 3,442 5,732 (40%)

Proceeds f rom loan receipts 732 995 (26%)

Cash flows from operating activities 4,174 6,727 (38%)

Net purchase & proceeds of property, plant & equipment(490) (332) 48%

Investing cash flow(490) (332) 48%

Free cash flow 3,684 6,395 (42%)

Borrowing repaid(186) (563) (67%)

Dividends paid(1,689) (2,915) (42%)

Other financing activities(2,906) (2,549) 14%

Cash flows from financing activities(4,781) (6,027) (21%)

Net cash flow(1,097) 368 (398%)

Effect of exchange rate(409) 303 (235%)

Cash & cash equivalents 3,838 5,344 (28%)

EARNINGS BEFORE INTEREST, TAXATION, DEPRECIATION

AND AMORTISATION (EBITDA)

FINANCIAL SUMMARY

Continued

EXPLANATION

The Financial Summary section should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial

statements and related notes contained within this Annual Report. This commentary may include

information regarding plans and strategies that may involve risks and uncertainties.

All figures are represented in New Zealand dollars (NZD), except where indicated. References to

“this period” or “FY26” are to the year ended 31 March 2026. References to the “prior period” or

“FY25” are to the year ended 31 March 2025.

Non-GAAP measures have been included as management considers that they provide useful

information for readers of the Annual Report to assist in understanding the Company’s financial

performance. Non-GAAP measures should not be viewed in isolation or considered as substitutes

for measures reported in accordance with New Zealand equivalents to International Financial

Reporting Standards (NZ IFRS).

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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income

Statement of financial position

Statement of changes in equity

Statement of cash flows

NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

1. Reporting entity

2. Basis of preparation

3. Material accounting policies

PERFORMANCE

4. Revenue f rom contracts with customers

5. Sundry income

6. Segment reporting

7. Determination of fair values

8. Finance expenses

9. Key operating expenses

10. Earnings per share

11. Dividends

CURRENT ASSETS

12. Cash and cash equivalents

13. Inventories

TRADE LIABILITIES & TAX

14. Trade and other receivables

15. Trade and other payables

16. Leases

17. Employee benefit liabilities

18. Income tax

19. Imputation credits

FUNDING AND RISK

20. Borrowings

21. Share capital

22. Related parties

23. Financial instruments

NON CURRENT ASSETS

24. Property plant & equipment

OTHER

25. Notes supporting statement of cash flows

26. Intangible assets

27. Contingent liabilities

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Key Audit Matters

Key audit matters are those matters that, in my professional judgement, were of most significance in my audit

of the consolidated financial statements of the current year. These matters were addressed in the context of

my audit of the consolidated financial statements as a whole, and in forming my opinion thereon, and I do

not provide a separate opinion on these matters.


Why the audit matter is significant How my audit addressed the key audit matter

Revenue recognition


The Group has recognised revenue of

$81.6m (FY 2025: $80.2m) (Note 4). 2CC

Group’s net sales comprises revenue

from the sale of cars, insurance agent

commissions and finance agent

commissions.


Revenue is recognised when the control

associated with a good or service (or in

aggregate thereof) representing a

distinct performance obligation is

transferred from the Group to the

customer.


There are a number of factors that could

affect this reported amount, including

the risk for revenue recognition policies

being incorrectly applied or recognised

in an incorrect period. This presents a

key audit matter due to the financial

significance and nature of net sales in

the financial statements.

To address the risk associated with revenue

recognition, the following audit procedures were

carried out:

• Evaluated the design of management's internal

controls related to revenue recognition.

• Reviewed revenue recognition policies for

appropriateness and compliance with relevant

accounting standards.

•

Selected a sample of transactions and

inspected supporting sales documentation,

cash received and assessed whether all criteria

related to revenue recognition have been met

before being recognised as revenue.

• Reviewed credit notes posted after year end to

ascertain revenue recognition during the year.

•

Performed revenue cut off procedures by

selecting revenue samples before and after

year end and testing that revenue is recorded

in the correct period.

• Reviewed manual revenue journals as part of

the journal entry testing process.

• Assessed the reasonability and completeness

of the revenue related disclosures to test

compliance with the requirements of the

accounting standards.


Information Other than the Consolidated Financial Statements and Auditor’s Report thereon

The Directors are responsible for the annual report, which includes information other than the consolidated

financial statements and auditor’s report.

My opinion on the consolidated financial statements does not cover the other information and I do not

express any form of audit opinion or assurance conclusion thereon.

In connection with my audit of the consolidated financial statements, my responsibility is to read the other

information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the

consolidated financial statements or my knowledge obtained in the audit, or otherwise appears to be

materially misstated.

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Independent Auditor’s Report

To the Shareholders of 2 Cheap Cars Group Limited


Opinion

I have audited the consolidated financial statements of 2 Cheap Cars Group Limited (“the Company”) and its

subsidiaries (“the Group”), which comprise:

• the consolidated statement of financial position as at 31 March 2026;

• the consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income, consolidated

statement of changes in equity and consolidated statement of cash flows for the year then ended;

and

• the notes to the consolidated financial statements, including a summary of material accounting

policies.

I am a partner with UHY Haines Norton Chartered Accountants Sydney (the Firm) and I have used the staff

and resources of the Firm to perform the audit of the Group.


In my opinion, the accompanying consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the

consolidated financial position of the Group as at 31 March 2026, and its consolidated financial performance

and its consolidated cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with New Zealand Equivalents to

International Financial Reporting Standards (“NZ IFRS”) issued by the New Zealand Accounting Standards

Board and IFRS Accounting Standards (“IFRS”) issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.


Basis for Opinion

I conducted my audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (New Zealand) (“ISAs (NZ)”)

issued by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board. My responsibilities under those

standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Consolidated Financial

Statements section of my report.


I am independent of the Group in accordance with Professional and Ethical Standard 1 International Code of

Ethics for Assurance Practitioners (including International Independence Standards) (New Zealand) issued by

the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board and the International Ethics Standards Board for

Accountants’ International Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (including International Independence

Standards) (IESBA Code), and I have fulfilled my other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these

requirements and the IESBA Code.


I believe that the audit evidence I have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for my opinion.

Other than in my capacity as auditor, neither I, the firm nor the firm’s staff have a relationship with, or

interests in, the Group.


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If, based upon the work I have performed, I conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other

information, I am required to report that fact. I have nothing to report in this regard.

Directors’ Responsibilities for the Consolidated Financial Statements

The Directors are responsible on behalf of the Group for the preparation and fair presentation of the

consolidated financial statements in accordance with NZ IFRS and IFRS, and for such internal control as the

Directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of consolidated financial statements that are free

from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.


In preparing the consolidated financial statements, the directors are responsible on behalf of the Group for

assessing the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going

concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the directors either intend to liquidate the

Group or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.


Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Consolidated Financial Statements

My objective is to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements as a

whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report

that includes my opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not a guarantee that an

audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (NZ) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists.

Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate,

they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these

consolidated financial statements.


A further description of the auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the consolidated financial statements is

located on the External Reporting Board’s website at: https://www.xrb.govt.nz/standards/assurance-

standards/auditors-responsibilities/audit-report-1-1/


This description forms part of my auditor’s report.


Restriction on use of my report

This report is made solely to the Group’s shareholders, as a body. My audit work has been undertaken so that

I might state to the Group’s shareholders, as a body those matters which I am required to state to them in an

auditor’s report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I do not accept or assume

responsibility to anyone other than the Group and the Group’s shareholders, as a body, for my audit work,

for this report or for the opinion I have formed.



Vikas Gupta

Audit Partner - UHY Haines Norton Chartered Accountants Sydney

Signed at Sydney, Australia on 26 June 2026



Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2026.

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2 CHEAP CARS GROUP LIMITED

Consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income

For the year ended 31 March 2026

NoteMAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Revenue

Revenue and income4 81,644 80,170

Sundry income5 70 1,795

Expenses

Cost of sales(64,272) (64,174)

Administration expenses(2,699) (3,155)

Advertising expenses(2,552) (2,339)

Depreciation & amortisation expenses(2,907) (2,650)

Employee benefits(3,202) (3,390)

Finance expenses8(754) (739)

Property expenses(899) (930)

Profit before income tax 4,429 4,588

Income tax expense18(1,241) (1,288)

Profit for the period 3,188 3,300

Other comprehensive income

Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss

Translation of foreign operations(409) 303

Total other comprehensive income(409) 303

Total comprehensive income for the period 2,779 3,603

Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share 10 0.07 0.07

Diluted earnings per share 10 0.07 0.07

The accompanying notes form part of these consolidated financial statements.

The accompanying notes form part of these consolidated financial statements.

NoteMAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Equity

Share capital21 39,344 39,344

Amalgamation reserve(35,956) (35,956)

Foreign currency translation reserve(260) 148

Retained earnings 19,024 17,525

Total equity 22,152 21,061

Current liabilities

Trade and other payables15 2,880 3,214

Employee benefit liabilities17 909 862

Borrowings20 126 114

Income tax payable 671 459

Related party payable22 - 10

Lease liability16 2,288 2,084

Other current liabilities 5 14

Total current liabilities 6,879 6,757

Non-current liabilities

Lease liability16 6,689 5,598

Borrowings20 625 823

Total non-current liabilities 7,314 6,421

Total equity and liabilities 36,345 34,239

Current assets

Cash and cash equivalents12 3,838 5,344

Derivative financial assets 7 38

Trade and other receivables14 289 192

Other current assets14 1,762 882

Loans receivable 106 385

Inventories13 18,041 14,932

Total current assets 24,043 21,773

Non-current assets

Other non-current assets 947 896

Plant, property and equipment24 2,573 2,708

Intangible assets26 141 1,589

Loans receivable 50 286

Deferred tax asset18 633 133

Right-of-use assets16 7,958 6,854

Total non-current assets 12,302 12,466

Total assets 36,345 34,239

Approved on behalf of the Board on 28th May 2026

DirectorDate28 May 2026

DirectorDate28 May 2026

2 CHEAP CARS GROUP LIMITED

Consolidated statement of financial position

As at 31 March 2026

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2 CHEAP CARS GROUP LIMITED

Consolidated statement of cash flows

For the year ended 31 March 2026

MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Cash flows from operating activities

Cash receipts f rom customers 81,070 80,464

Cash paid to suppliers and employees(75,282) (72,390)

Interest received 120 133

Interest paid - retail operations(38) (80)

Tax paid / received(2,428) (2,395)

Net cash inflow from operating activities before changes in

operating assets and liabilities

3,442 5,732

Proceeds f rom loan receivables 732 995

Net cash inflow from operating activities 4 ,174 6,727

Cash flows from investing activities

Proceeds f rom sale of property, plant and equipment - 36

Purchase of property, plant and equipment(320) (1,312)

Purchase of intangible assets(120) (3)

Decrease / (increase) in lease guarantee deposits(50) 947

Net cash outflow from investing activities(490)(332)

Cash flows from financing activities

Dividend paid(1,689) (2,915)

Interest paid - finance operations(685) (550)

Net (repayment) /proceeds of borrowings(186) (563)

Principal elements of lease payments(2,221) (1,999)

Net cash outflow from financing activities(4,781) (6,027)

Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents(1,097) 368

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 5,344 4,673

Effect of exchange rate(409) 303

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period 3,838 5,344

The accompanying notes form part of these consolidated financial statements.

2 CHEAP CARS GROUP LIMITED

Consolidated statement of changes in equity

For the year ended 31 March 2026

The accompanying notes form part of these consolidated financial statements.

Share

capital


$’000

Retained

earnings


$’000

Foreign

currency

translation

reserve

$’000

Amalgamation

reserve

$’000

Total equity/

(accumulated

losses)

$’000

Balance as at 01 April 2024 39,344 17,140 (155) (35,956) 20,373

Profit for the period - 3,300 - - 3,300

Translation of foreign operations - - 303 - 303

Total comprehensive income for the period

-

3,300 303 - 3,603

Dividend paid - (2,915) - - (2,915)

Total transactions with owners of the Group - (2,915) - - (2,915)

Balance as at 31 March 2025 39,344 17,525 148(35,956) 21,061

Balance as at 01 April 2025 39,344 17,525 148(35,956) 21,061

Profit for the period - 3,188 - - 3,188

Translation of foreign operations - - (409) - (409)

Total comprehensive income for the period - 3,188(409) - 2,779

Dividends paid - (1,689) - - (1,689)

Total transactions with owners of the Group - (1,689) - - (1,689)

Balance as at 31 March 2026 39,344 19,024(260)(35,956) 22,152

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Notes to the financial statements

1. Reporting entity

2 Cheap Cars Group Ltd (the Company) is a company domiciled in New Zealand.

The Company is incorporated in New Zealand, registered under the Companies Act 1993 and is publicly traded on the

New Zealand Stock Exchange.

These consolidated financial statements comply with the requirements of the Companies Act 1993 and the Financial

Markets Conduct Act 2013.

These consolidated financial statements as at 31 March 2026 comprise the Company and its subsidiaries: 2 Cheap Cars

Limited, NZ Motor Finance Limited, 2CC International Limited, 2 Cheap Rental Cars Limited, Car Safety NZ Limited and

Car Plus K.K. (collectively, the Group).

2. Basis of preparation

(a) Statement of compliance

These consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting

Practice in New Zealand (GAAP) and the requirements of the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013.

These financial statements comply with New Zealand equivalents of International Financial Reporting Standards

(NZ IFRS). As such, they also comply with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

(b) Basis of measurement

The consolidated financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis except that certain assets and

liabilities are measured at fair value where stated under their specific accounting policies.

• Derivative financial instruments (Note 23)

(c) Functional and presentation currency

These consolidated financial statements for the Group are presented in New Zealand dollars ($), which is the Group's

functional and the Group's presentation currency. All financial information presented has been rounded to the

nearest thousand dollars.

(d) Going concern

The Directors consider that the Group is a going concern and the consolidated financial statements have been

prepared on that basis.

(e) Critical accounting estimates and judgements

The preparation of the consolidated financial statements requires management to make judgements, estimates and

assumptions that affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income

and expenses. Actual results may differ f rom these estimates.

Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are

recognised in the period in which the estimates are revised and in any future periods affected.

(f) Changes in accounting policies

No changes in accounting policies were made this financial year.

(g) Changes in accounting estimates

During the year management updated its estimates of expected loss provisions and the discount rate applied to

loans.

(h) New / amended accounting standards

The consolidated entity has adopted all of the new or amended Accounting Standards and Interpretations issued by

the External Reporting Board ('XRB') that are mandatory for the current reporting period.

Any new or amended Accounting Standards or Interpretations that are not yet mandatory have not been early

adopted. New Zealand equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards ('NZ IFRS') that have recently

been issued or amended but are not yet mandatory, have not been early adopted by the consolidated entity for the

annual reporting period ended 31 Mar 2026. The consolidated entity has not yet assessed the impact of these new or

amended Accounting Standards and Interpretations.

a) Basis of consolidation

Subsidiaries are entities controlled by the Group. The Group controls an entity when it is exposed to, or has rights to,

variable returns f rom its involvement with the entity and has the ability to affect those returns through its power over

the entity. The financial statements of subsidiaries are included in the consolidated financial statements f rom the

date that control commences.

The consolidated financial statements present the results of the Company and its subsidiaries (“the Group”) as if they

formed a single entity. Intra-group transactions and balances are therefore eliminated in full.

Subsidiaries are fully consolidated f rom the date on which control is transferred to the Group. They are deconsolidated

f rom the date that control ceases.

Subsidiaries

The subsidiaries of 2 Cheap Cars Group Ltd, all of which have been included in these consolidated financial

statements, are as follows:

3. Material accounting policies

The Group has applied the same accounting policies and methods of computation in these financial statements as its

previous annual financial statements, except for those detailed in note 2(f) and (g) above.

Details of the Group’s material accounting policies are provided below.

In preparing the consolidated financial statements, all intercompany balances, transactions, unrealised gains and

losses resulting f rom intra-group transactions and dividends have been eliminated in full.

(b) Foreign currency

(i) Foreign currency transactions

Transactions in foreign currencies are translated to the functional currency at exchange rates at the dates of the

transactions. Foreign currency differences arising f rom settlement at a different exchange rate are recognised in

profit or loss.

(ii) Foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities

At balance date, foreign monetary assets and liabilities are translated to the functional currency at the closing rate

and exchange variations are recognised in profit or loss.

(iii) Foreign currency non-monetary assets and liabilities

Foreign non-monetary assets and liabilities that are measured based on historical costs are translated using the

exchange rate at the date of the transactions. Any foreign currency difference arising due to translating to functional

currency are recognised in profit or loss.

(c) Revenue

The specific revenue recognition policies associated with the Group’s distinct performance obligations (as presented

in Note 4) are detailed below:

(i) Vehicles sold

Revenue is recognised at a point-in-time, with the transfer of control determined as the point the purchaser takes

final physical possession of the vehicle.

(ii) Insurance policies

Commission revenue is recognised on an agent basis at a point-in-time, with the transfer of control determined

at the point the end customer enters into a signed insurance policy with the insurance provider (principal). As the

uncertainty associated with any commission clawbacks is resolved, previously deferred revenue recognised as

contract liabilities is released and recognised as revenue.

(iii) Sale of scrap parts

Revenue is recognised at a point-in-time, with the transfer of control determined as the point that the purchaser

takes final physical possession of the scrap parts.

NameCountry of incorporation and

principal place of business

Proportion of ownership interest

MAR 2026MAR 2025

2 Cheap Cars LimitedNew Zealand100%100%

NZ Motor Finance LimitedNew Zealand100%100%

2CC International LimitedNew Zealand100%100%

2 Cheap Rental Cars LimitedNew Zealand100%100%

Car Safety NZ LimitedNew Zealand100%100%

Car Plus K.KJapan100%100%

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(iv) Commissions received (booking fee, sales, finance)

Revenue is recognised on an agent basis at a point-in-time, with the transfer of control determined as the point

the end customer enters into a signed finance agreement with the finance provider (principal). As the uncertainty

associated with any commission clawbacks is resolved, previously deferred revenue recognised as contract liabilities is

released and recognised as revenue.

(v) Interest revenue calculated using the effective interest method

Interest revenue comprises interest on loans receivable and cash and cash equivalents. Interest revenue is recognised

based on the effective interest method.

Performance obligations and timing of revenue recognition

"Revenue is measured based on the consideration to which the Group expects to be entitled to, excluding amounts

collected on behalf of third parties and net of rebates, discounts and payments to customers that are not in

consideration for separate goods or services provided. This represents the fair value of total consideration payable,

including both cash and in the case of vehicles sold, any vehicle trade-ins.

Where the ultimate transaction price receivable is subject to variability (such as in the case of vehicle returns or

clawbacks on commissions) revenue is recognised only to the extent that it is highly probable that the revenue

recognised would not be subsequently reversed.

Revenue is recognised when the control associated with a good or service (or in aggregate thereof) representing a

distinct performance obligation is transferred f rom the Group to the customer.

Where a single contract contains two or more distinct performance obligations, the total transaction price of the

contract is allocated between the separate performance obligations based on their stand-alone sales prices, and

represents the revenue to be recognised with respect to that separate performance obligation.

Revenue is recognised on an over-time basis subject to meeting specific criteria, otherwise, revenue is recognised at a

point-in-time , being the point that the customer obtains control of the good or service subject to various indicators.

Payment received f rom customers before revenue is recognised and presented as a “Contract liability” in the

consolidated statement of financial position.

Receivables resulting f rom revenue being recognised before the Company is able to contractually invoice for the

goods or services provided is recognised and presented as a “Other current asset” in the consolidated statement of

financial position.

The Group recognises revenue on a net basis as an “Agent” (rather than on a gross basis as “Principal”) when

(i) it is not the party primarily responsible for fulfilling to provide goods or services to the end customer,

(ii) when it does not assume the (inventory) risk of the goods or services, and/or

(iii) it does not have discretion in setting the price payable by the end customer.

(d) Insurance contracts

NZ IFRS 17 Insurance contracts provides a scope exception for certain contracts that provide waivers (forgiveness)

of loan balances upon the occurrence of specified events. Rather than accounting for these waivers as insurance

contracts, the scope exemptions permits the Group to elect to account for such loans entirely as financial instruments.

The Group has elected to apply this scope exemption.

(e) Tax

Tax expense comprises current and deferred tax. Current tax and deferred tax are recognised in profit or loss, except

to the extent that they relate to items recognised directly in equity or in other comprehensive income. In such cases,

the tax is also recognised directly in equity or in other comprehensive income, respectively.

Current tax is the expected tax payable or receivable on the taxable income or loss for the year, using tax rates

enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date, and any adjustment to tax payable in respect of previous

years. Current tax also includes any tax liability arising f rom the declaration of dividends.

Deferred tax is recognised in respect of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities

for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for taxation purposes. Deferred tax is not recognised for:

(i) temporary differences on the initial recognition of assets or liabilities in a transaction that is not a business

combination and that affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss,

(ii) temporary differences arising on the initial recognition of goodwill; and

(iii) temporary differences related to investments in subsidiaries and jointly controlled entities to the extent that the

timing of the reversal of the temporary differences is controlled by the Group and it is probable that they will not

reverse in the foreseeable future.

Deferred tax is measured at the tax rates that are expected to be applied to temporary differences when they reverse,

using tax rates enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date.

In determining the amount of current and deferred tax the Group takes into account the impact of uncertain tax

positions and whether additional taxes and interest may be due. The Group believes that its accruals for tax liabilities

are adequate for all open tax years based on its assessment of many factors, including interpretations of tax law and

prior experience.

This assessment relies on estimates and assumptions and may involve a series of judgements about future events. New

information may become available that causes the Group to change its judgement regarding the adequacy of existing

tax liabilities; such changes to tax liabilities will impact tax expense in the period that such a determination is made.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset if there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax liabilities and

assets, and they relate to income taxes levied by the same tax authority on the same taxable entity, or on different tax

entities, but they intend to settle current tax liabilities and assets on a net basis or their tax assets and liabilities will be

realised simultaneously.

A deferred tax asset is recognised for unused tax losses, tax credits and deductible temporary differences, to the

extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which they can be utilised. Deferred tax

assets are reviewed at each reporting date and are reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that the related

tax benefit will be realised.

(f) Employee benefits

(i) Short-term employee benefits

Liabilities for wages and salaries, including non-monetary benefits and accumulating annual leave that are expected

to be settled wholly within 12 months after the end of the period in which the employees render the related service

are recognised in respect of employees’ services up to the end of the reporting period and are measured at the

amounts expected to be paid when the liabilities are settled.

These include salaries and wages accrued up to the reporting date and annual leave earned, but not yet taken at the

reporting date. The Group recognises a liability and an expense for bonuses where they are contractually obliged or

where there is a past practice that has created a constructive obligation.

(ii) Defined contribution plans (Kiwisaver etc.)

Contributions to defined contribution plans are recognised in the consolidated statement of profit or loss and other

comprehensive income in the year to which they relate.

(g) Property, plant and equipment

(i) Recognition and measurement

Items of property, plant and equipment are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated

impairment losses.

Cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the asset.

When parts of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, they are accounted for as separate

items (major components) of property, plant and equipment.

Any gain or loss on disposal of an item of property, plant and equipment (calculated as the difference between the net

proceeds f rom disposal and the carrying amount of the item) is recognised in profit or loss.

(ii) Subsequent expenditure

Subsequent expenditure is capitalised only when it is probable that the future economic benefits associated with the

expenditure will flow to the Group. Ongoing repairs and maintenance is expensed as incurred.

(iii) Depreciation

For plant and equipment, depreciation is based on the cost of an asset less its residual value. Significant components of

individual assets that have a useful life that is different f rom the remainder of those assets are depreciated separately.

Depreciation is recognised in profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of each component of

an item of property, plant and equipment.

The useful lives and depreciation method used for significant items of property, plant and equipment are as follows:

Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed at reporting date and adjusted if appropriate.

Leasehold improvements 6.0% - 30.0% SL

Furniture and fittings 6.0% - 30.0% SL

Motor vehicles 7.0% - 40.0% SL

Computer equipment 7.0% - 67.0% SL

Workshop equipment 7.0% - 67.0% SL

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(h) Inventories

Inventories are measured at the lower of cost and net realisable value with due allowance for any damaged and obsolete

stock items. The cost of inventories is based on the first-in first-out principle and includes expenditure incurred in

acquiring the inventories and other costs incurred in bringing them to their existing location and condition.

Vehicles acquired via trade-in f rom car sales with customers are initially measured at their trade-in date fair value.

(i) Financial instruments

The Group recognises financial instruments when it becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.

Financial instruments are initially measured at fair value. For those financial instruments that are classified as

amortised cost this includes directly attributable transaction costs. For those financial instruments classified as at

fair value through profit or loss, any directly attributable transaction costs are expensed in profit or loss as incurred.

Financial liabilities are measured net of transaction costs.

(i) Financial assets – classification and subsequent measurement

Financial assets are classified based on whether their repayments represent solely payments of principal and interest

(SPPI), and whether the instrument is held to collect those repayments, and/ or to be sold.

At amortised cost

These financial assets represent those held to collect SPPI, and include: Trade and other receivables; Loans receivable

(those that do not include waiver clauses); Cash and cash equivalents (including cash in hand, deposits held at call

with banks).

These financial assets are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method, less

impairment.

Impairment allowances for trade receivables

Are recognised based on the simplified approach within NZ IFRS 9 using a provision matrix in the determination of

the lifetime expected credit losses. On confirmation that the trade receivable will not be collectible, the gross carrying

value of the asset is written off against the associated impairment allowance.

Impairment allowances for loans receivable

Are recognised based on a forward-looking expected credit loss (“ECL”) model. The methodology used to determine

the amount of the allowance is based on whether there has been a significant increase in credit risk since initial

recognition of the financial asset.

For those where the credit risk has not increased significantly since initial recognition of the financial asset, twelve

month expected credit losses along with gross interest income are recognised (“Stage 1”).

For those for which credit risk has increased significantly, lifetime expected credit losses along with the gross

interest income are recognised (“Stage 2”). The Group assumes that the credit risk on a financial asset has increased

significantly if it is more than 30 days past due.

For those that are determined to be credit impaired (in default), lifetime expected credit losses along with interest

income on a net basis are recognised (“Stage 3”). The Group considers a financial asset to be in default when the

financial asset is more than 90 days past due, as well as observable evidence with respect to:

- significant financial difficulty of the borrower;

- a breach of contract, such as a default or being more than 90 days past due;

- granting to the borrower a concession for economic or contractual reasons relating to the borrower’s financial

difficulty; that the Group would not consider otherwise; or

- it is probable that the borrower will enter bankruptcy or other financial reorganisation.

When determining whether there has been a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition of the financial

asset, and when estimating ECLs, the Group considers reasonable and supportable information that is relevant and

available without undue cost or effort.

This includes both qualitative and quantitative information and analysis, based on the Group’s historical experience

and informed credit assessment and includes forward looking information.

The gross carrying amount of Loans receivable is written off when the Group has no reasonable expectation of

recovering the balance in its entirety or a portion thereof.


At fair value through profit or loss (non-derivatives)

These financial assets represent Loans receivable (that include waiver clauses). In applying the scope exemption in NZ

IFRS 17 Insurance Contracts to these contracts, such that they are accounted for as financial assets in their entirety,

the presence of the waiver clauses results in repayments not representing SPPI. Loans receivable includes loans on

which customers voluntarily elect to opt for additional Asset Waiver and/or Income Waiver products which are offered

by the Group.

Accordingly, these balances are classified and measured subsequently as at fair value through profit or loss.

Repayments of these loans are recognised as reductions in the carrying amount, with fair value gains or losses at each

reporting date recognised in profit or loss.

At fair value through profit or loss (derivatives)

Derivative financial assets represent “in the money” derivative contracts that are classified and measured

subsequently as at fair value through profit or loss, with fair value gains or losses at each reporting date recognised in

profit or loss.

(ii) Financial liabilities - classification and subsequent measurement

Financial liabilities are classified as at fair value through profit or loss if it is held-for-trading, it is a derivative or it is

designated as such on initial recognition, otherwise it is classified as At Amortised cost.

At amortised cost

Includes; Trade and other payables; Borrowings; Lease liabilities.

These financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method.

At fair value through profit or loss (derivatives)

Derivative financial liabilities represent “out of the money” derivative contracts that are classified and measured

subsequently as At Fair value through profit or loss, with fair value gains or losses at each reporting date recognised in

profit or loss.

(iii) Derecognition of financial assets and financial liabilities

Financial assets

The Group derecognises a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows f rom the financial asset expire,

or it transfers the rights to receive the contractual cash flows in a transaction in which substantially all of the risks

and rewards of ownership of the financial asset are transferred or in which the Group neither transfers nor retains

substantially all of the risks and rewards of ownership and it does not retain control of the financial asset.

Financial liabilities

The Group derecognises a financial liability when its contractual obligations are discharged or cancelled, or expire.

The Group also derecognises a financial liability when its terms are modified and the cash flows of the modified

liability are substantially different, in which case a new financial liability based on the modified terms is recognised at

fair value.

On derecognition of a financial liability, the difference between the carrying amount extinguished and the

consideration paid (including any non-cash assets transferred or liabilities assumed) is recognised in profit or loss.

(iv) Impairment of non-financial assets

The carrying amounts of the Group’s non-financial assets, other than deferred tax assets and inventories, are reviewed

at each reporting date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, then

the asset’s recoverable amount is estimated.

An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount.

Impairment losses directly reduce the carrying amount of assets and are recognised in profit or loss.

The estimated recoverable amount of non-financial assets is the greater of their fair value less costs to sell and value

in use. Value in use is determined by estimating future cash flows f rom the use and ultimate disposal of the asset and

discounting these to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market rates and the risks

specific to the asset. For an asset that does not generate largely independent cash inflows, the recoverable amount is

determined for the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.

A cash-generating unit is the smallest group of assets that generates cash inflows f rom continuing use that are

largely independent of the cash inflows of the other assets or groups of assets.

Impairment losses are reversed when there is a change in the estimate used to determine the recoverable amount

and there is an indication that the impairment loss has decreased or no longer exists. An impairment loss is reversed

only to the extent that the asset’s carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been

determined, net of depreciation or amortisation, if no impairment loss had been recognised. All impairment losses are

reversed through profit or loss.

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( j) Share capital

Ordinary shares

Ordinary shares are classified as equity. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of ordinary shares are

recognised as a deduction f rom equity, net of any tax effects.

(k) Goods and services tax

With the exception of trade payables and receivables, all items are stated exclusive of Goods and Services Tax.

(l) Reserves

Amalgamation reserve

The amalgamation reserve represents the difference between the fair value of consideration paid and the carrying

amount of net assets in a business combination where the acquirer and acquiree are controlled by the same (ultimate)

party (business combination under common control).

(m) Leases

All leases in which the Group is a lessee are accounted for by recognising a Right-of-use asset and a Lease liability

except for:

• Leases of low value assets; and

• Leases with a duration of 12 months or less.

Payments associated with all leases of low-value assets and short-term leases of equipment and vehicles are

recognised on a straight-line basis as an expense in profit or loss.

(i) Initial measurement

Lease liabilities are measured at the present value of the contractual payments due to the lessor over the lease term,

with the discount rate determined by reference to the rate inherent in the lease unless (as is typically the case) this

is not readily determinable, in which case the Group’s incremental borrowing rate on commencement of the lease is

used. Variable lease payments are only included in the measurement of the lease liability if they depend on an index

or rate, however in such cases the initial present value determination assumes that the variable element will remain

unchanged throughout the lease term.

Other variable lease payments are expensed in the period to which they relate.

On initial recognition, the carrying value of the lease liability also includes:

• amounts expected to be payable under any residual value guarantee;

• the exercise price of any purchase option granted in favour of the Group if it is reasonably certain to exercise that option;

• any penalties payable for terminating the lease, if the term of the lease has been estimated on the basis of

termination option being exercised.

Right-of-use assets are initially measured at the amount of the Lease liability, reduced for any lease incentives received,

and increased for:

• Lease payments made at or before commencement of the lease;

• Initial direct costs incurred; and

•The amount of any provision recognised where the Group is contractually required to dismantle, remove or restore the

leased asset (typically make-good provisions on buildings).

(ii) Subsequent measurement

Subsequent to initial measurement Lease liabilities increase as a result of interest charged at a constant rate on the

balance outstanding and are reduced for lease payments made.

Right-of-use assets are amortised on a straight-line basis over the remaining term of the lease or over the remaining

economic life of the asset if, rarely, this is judged to be shorter than the lease term. Right-of-use assets are also subject

to impairment assessment at reporting date.

(iii) Remeasurement

When the Group revises its determination of the use (or non-use) of renewal and/or termination options, the carrying

amount of the lease liability is adjusted to reflect the payments to make over the revised term, which are discounted

at the revised discount rate.

The carrying value of lease liabilities is similarly revised when the variable element of future lease payments

dependent on a rate or index is revised, however this is discounted at the original discount rate.

In both cases an equivalent adjustment is made to the carrying value of the right-of-use asset, with the revised

carrying amount being amortised over the remaining (revised) lease term.

(iv) Modifications to lease agreements

When the Group renegotiates the contractual terms of a lease with the lessor, the accounting depends on the nature

of the modification:

Increases in scope:

• If the renegotiation results in one or more additional assets being leased for an amount commensurate with the

stand-alone price (i.e. market rate) for the additional rights-of-use obtained, the modification is accounted for as a

separate lease in accordance with the above policy.

• In all other cases (whether that is an extension to the lease term, or one or more additional assets being leased), the

lease liability is remeasured using the revised discount rate applicable on the modification date, with the right-of-use

asset being adjusted by the same amount.

Decreases in scope:

• Both the carrying amount of the lease liability and right-of-use asset are reduced by the same proportion to reflect

the partial or full termination of the lease with any difference recognised in profit or loss.

• The lease liability is then further adjusted to ensure its carrying amount reflects the amount of the renegotiated

payments over the renegotiated term, with the modified lease payments discounted at the rate applicable on the

modification date.

• The right-of-use asset is adjusted by the same amount.

(n) Government grants

Grants that compensate the Group for expenses incurred are recognised as income in profit or loss on a systematic

basis in the periods in which the associated expenses are recognised.

(o) Finance income and finance expenses

Interest income is recognised as it accrues in profit or loss, using the effective interest method.

Finance expenses comprise interest expense on borrowings.

Borrowing costs that are not directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of a qualifying asset

are recognised in profit or loss using the effective interest method.

(p) Intangible assets

Finite intangible assets are amortised on a straight-line basis in profit or loss over their estimated useful lives, f rom the

date that they are available for use.

The estimated useful lives for the current and comparative periods are as follows:

- Trademarks 10 years

- Software 5 years

Amortisation methods and useful lives are reviewed at each reporting date and adjusted if appropriate.

- Carbon credits were initially recognised at cost, representing the value attributed to the credits at the time they were

earned or incurred.

The credits were originally generated while the Group participated in the Fleet Average Scheme, under which credits

were earned based on fleet-wide emissions performance relative to regulatory thresholds.

During the current financial year, all remaining carbon credits were utilised to offset the cost of import credits

required under the scheme. As a result, no carbon credit intangible asset remains recognised at balance date.

(q) Cash and cash equivalents

For the purpose of presentation in the statement of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents includes cash on hand,

deposits held at call with financial institutions, other short-term, highly liquid investments with original maturities of

three months or less that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant

risk of changes in value, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities in the

consolidated statement of financial position.

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Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2026.

1During the prior f inancial year, the Group recognised a gain relating to carbon credits generated and retained in

prior reporting periods but not previously recognised as assets due to uncertainty regarding the measurement of

their future economic benef its at the time.

In the 2024 calendar year, the Group became a net purchaser of carbon credits. This change has provided suff icient

certainty that the retained credits f rom prior years will be utilised to offset future f ixed price obligations, thereby

meeting the recognition and measurement criteria under NZ IAS 38 Intangible Assets. Consequently, an intangible

asset was recognised in respect of these credits.


The carbon credits were initially measured at their redemption value, being the f ixed charge avoided for used vehicles

under the Fleet Average scheme (NZ ETS), reflecting the value attributable to the economic benef its expected to flow

to the Group.

Notes to and forming part of the consolidated financial statements

4. Revenue from contracts with customers

5. Sundry income

6. Segment reporting

Description of segments

Management has determined the operating segments based on the components of the Group that engage in

business activities, which have discrete financial information available and whose operating results are regularly

reviewed by the Group's chief operating decision maker. The chief operating decision maker has been identified as

the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors makes decisions about how resources are allocated to the segments

and assesses their performance. Geographically the Group's business activities are located in New Zealand and Japan

Reportable segments have been identified as follows:

Operating segments

MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Sale of cars 73,386 73,065

Fair value gain/(loss) on revaluation 125 (105)

Interest on bank accounts, short term deposits and investments 120 202

Loan fees and interest 139 273

Agent commissions received - -

- Interest agent commissions 5,179 4,379

- Insurance agent commissions 2,695 2,356

Total revenue from contracts with customers 81,644 80,170

Timing of transfer of goods and services

Point of sale income 81,372 79,735

Over time income 272 435

Total revenue 81,644 80,170

As at 31 March 2026Automotive

retail

Automotive

supply chain

Other

entities

Inter-entity

transactions


Total

$’000$’000$’000$'000$'000

Revenue including interest

81,185 31,670

1,576 (32,787) 81,644

Sundry income

51 19

- - 70

Cost of sale

(66,213) (30,036)

(810) 32,787 (64,272)

Operating expense

(9,217) (1,327)

(1,715) - (12,259)

Operating profit

5,806 326

(949) - 5,183

Dividend received

- -

1,689 (1,689) -

Interest expense - trading

(700) (22)

(44) 12 (754)

Net profit before tax 5,106 304 696 (1,677) 4,429

As at 31 March 2025Automotive

retail

Automotive

supply chain

Other

entities

Inter-entity

transactions


Total

$’000$’000$’000$'000$'000

Revenue including interest 79,928 8,727 2,340 (10,825) 80,170

Sundry income 1,795 30 - (30) 1,795

Cost of sale(66,801) (7,164) (1,079) 10,870 (64,174)

Operating expense(9,437) (1,210) (1,817) - (12,464)

Operating profit 5,485 383 (556) 15 5,327

Dividend received - - 4,792 (4,792) -

Interest expense - trading(623) (6) (135) 25 (739)

Net profit before tax 4,862 377 4,101 (4,752) 4,588

MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Carbon Credit Income1

-

1,713

Rental Income

28

-

Other

42

82

Total sundry income

70

1,795

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Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2026.

7. Determination of fair values

Face value versus carrying amounts

The carrying amount of financial assets and liabilities has been determined to be a reasonable approximation of their

fair value.

8. Finance expenses

9. Key operating expenses

NoteMAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Interest expense on financial liabilities measured at

amortised cost

(39)

(79)

Interest expense on lease liabilities16

(685)

(550)

Other

(30)

(110)

Finance expenses

(754)

(739)

NoteMAR 2026MAR 2025

Key operating expenses includes the following:$'000$'000

Audit fees(145) (139)

Amortisation(42) (14)

Depreciation - property, plant and equipment24(451) (356)

Depreciation - right-of-use assets16(2,412) (2,280)

Wages and salaries(2,848) (3,092)

Kiwisaver contributions(98) (158)

10. Earnings per share

Basic earnings per share (EPS) is calculated by dividing the profit attributable to shareholders of the Group by the

weighted average number of ordinary shares on issue during the year, excluding shares held as treasury stock.

Diluted earnings per share assumes conversion of all dilutive potential ordinary shares in determining the denominator.


12. Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents in the Consolidated Statement of Financial Position comprise cash at bank and short term

deposits with an original maturity of three months or less which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value.


13. Inventories

As cash and cash balances are held with counterparties with “investment grade” credit ratings, there is not deemed

to be a significant increase in credit risk associated with the Group’s Cash and cash equivalents balance. Credit rating

is as per Standard & Poor.

Term deposits are presented as cash equivalents if they have a maturity of three months or less f rom the date

of acquisition and are repayable with 24 hours’ notice with no loss of interest. See note 3(q) for the group’s other

accounting policies on cash and cash equivalents.


The cost of inventory recognised in the period 31 March 2026 is $55,108,735.

The carrying value of inventory pledged as security as the groups borrowings as at 31 March 2026 is $16,156,425.


11. Dividends

MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Numerator

Profit for the period 3,188 3,300

Denominator

Weighted average number of shares 45,554,500 45,554,500

EPS basic0.070.07

EPS diluted0.070.07

MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Final dividend 981 1,907

Interim dividend 708 1,008

Total 1,689 2,915

MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Gross stock on hand 18,182 15,138

Inventory provision(141) (206)

Total inventories 18,041 14,932

Held with

credit rating

31 Mar 2026

Credit

rating

Interest

31 March 2026

Interest

31 Mar 2025

MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Cash at BankANZ BankAA-1.95%1.75% 3,132 4,123

ASB Bank

AA-

2.11%3.61% 26 67

Mizuho Bank

A

0.02%0.02% 679 1,116

Xe - - 1 38

14. Trade and other receivables

MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Trade receivables 450 350

Less: Impairment allowance(161) (158)

Net trade receivables 289 192

Prepayments 700 678

Car credits receivable 357 -

Other current assets 705 204

Other receivables 1,762 882

Trade receivables generally have terms of 30 days and are interest f ree. Trade receivables of a short-term duration are

not discounted.

These financial assets are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method, less

impairment.

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Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2026.

MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Trade payables 1,931 2,686

Financial liabilities at amortised cost 1,931 2,686

Contract liabilities 152 175

Other payables 797 353

Total trade and other payables 2,880 3,214

Trade payables generally have terms of 30 days and are interest f ree. Trade payables of a short-term duration are not

discounted.

15 . Trade and other payables

(i) Right of use assetsMAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Opening balance 6,854 6,702

Additions and modifications 3,516 3,244

Less:

Depreciation(2,412) (2,280)

Terminations - (812)

Closing Balance 7,958 6,854

(ii) Lease liabilities

Opening balance

7,682

7,306

Additions and modifications

3,517

3,244

Interest 685 550

Less:

Terminations - (867)

Repayments(2,906) (2,549)

Effects of movements in exchange rates(1) (2)

Closing balance 8,977 7,682

Current portion 2,288 2,084

Non-current portion 6,689 5,598

Total lease liabilities 8,977 7,682

(iii) Balance sheet and cash flow statementMAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Carrying amount of RoU asset (by asset class)

• Premises 7,958 6,854

• Equipment

Total cash outflow related to leases (principal repayments)(2,221) (1,999)

Total cash outflow related to leases (interest)(685) (550)

16. Leases

The Group leases a number of properties and equipment in the jurisdiction f rom which it operates.

(i) Lease term – use of renewal and termination options

The Group’s property leases typically include renewal and termination options. The Group must assess whether it

reasonably expects (or not) to exercise these when determining the lease term.

(ii) Short term leases

As at 31 March 2026 Short-term lease expense (excluding leases of 1 month or less) being $101,577 (2025: 154,496).

These are all leases that exclude 1 month or less in duration, which management has assessed do not qualify as a lease

under NZ IFRS16 leases and have not been capitalised as a result.


MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Liability for annual leave 792 661

Wages payables 117 201

Total 909 862

(a) Income tax recognised in profit or loss and other comprehensive incomeMAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Income tax recognised in profit or loss

Current tax 1,741 947

Deferred tax(500) 341

Total income tax expense 1,241 1,288

(b) Reconciliation of income tax expenseMAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Income tax recognised in profit or loss

Profit before income tax expense 4,429 4,588

Tax expense at the domestic tax rate (28%) 1,240 1,285

Permanent differences 10 (1)

Prior year adjustment(9) -

Effects of tax rate in foreign jurisdictions - 4

Income tax expense 1,241 1,288

(c) Deferred taxMAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Income tax recognised in profit or loss

Balance at the beginning of the period 133 474

Current period movement 500 (341)

Deferred tax asset 633 133

Made up of:

Deferred tax asset 3,499 2,645

Deferred tax liability(2,866) (2,512)

Net balance as per above 633 133

17. Employee benefit liabilities

18. Income tax

4544
Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2026.

Deferred tax assets are attributable to the following:MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Inventory provision 40 58

Employee benefits 233 168

Doubtful debt 45 44

Others 3 25

Contract liabilities 27 34

Carbon credits - (427)

Lease liabilities 2,512 2,146

Right-of-use asset(2,227) (1,914)

Total 633 133

MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Imputation credits at 1 April(873) 340

Prior period adjustments - (22)

New Zealand Tax payments, net of refunds(1,442) (2,252)

RWT attached to interest received(24) (48)

Imputation credits attached to dividends paid 646 1,109

(1,693) (873)

19. Imputation credits

MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Opening balance 937 -

Proceeds f rom borrowings - 1,406

Repayments of borrowings(125) (469)

Effects of fx(61) -

Closing balance 751 937

Current

Mizuho bank1 126 114

126 114

Non- current

Mizuho bank1 625 823

625 823

20. Borrowings

1During FY25, the Company secured a JPY 80 million term loan f rom its Japanese banking partner. The loan is

structured as a principal and interest facility, repayable over 7 years, with an initial annual interest rate of 2.375%.

Proceeds were used to support general working capital requirements.

The loan is guaranteed by the Osaka Credit Guarantee Corporation, a public institution that facilitates SME

lending in Japan.

The Group has not pledged any direct assets as security to Mizuho Bank.

To enable the guarantee arrangement, David Sena, a director of the Company, has provided a personal guarantee

to the Osaka Credit Guarantee Corporation, supported by a charge over residential property owned in his personal

capacity.

During FY26, the Company identified that shareholder continuity requirements for imputation purposes were in-

advertently breached in October 2023, resulting in the forfeiture of imputation credits accumulated prior to 30 May

2023. Accordingly, the comparative FY25 Imputation Credit Account opening balance has been adjusted to remove

approximately $3.7 million of imputation credits. The adjustment is non-cash in nature and does not impact reported

profit, net assets, cash flows, or the validity of imputation credits attached to dividends already paid.


Number of ordinary sharesMAR 2026MAR 2025

Opening balance 45,554,500 45,554,500

Total issued and authorised capital 45,554,500 45,554,500

Dollar value of ordinary sharesMAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Opening balance 39,344 39,344

Total issued and authorised capital 39,344 39,344

21. Share capital

All issued shares are fully paid and have no par value. The holders of ordinary shares are entitled to receive dividends

as declared f rom time to time and are entitled to one vote per share at meetings of the Group and rank equally with

regard to the Group’s residual assets.

MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Short-term employee benefits 727 827

Director fees 324 324

Defined contribution plans 21 23

Termination benefits - 109

Total key management personnel remuneration 1,072 1,282

Transactions with related parties

Transactions for the periodBalance outstanding at balance date

MAR 2026MAR 2025MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000$'000$'000

Yusuke Sena(10) - 10

(10) - - 10

22. Related parties

Identity of related parties

The group has a related party relationship with its key management personnel being the Directors and Executive

Officers.

Key management personnel

Key management personnel represent the Board of Directors, and the Senior Leadership team including the Managing

Directors, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer.

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Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2026.

Indemnities

During FY25, the Company entered into a Deed of Indemnity with Mr. Yusuke Sena, a related party, in respect of a

personal guarantee he provided to Mizuho Bank for a JPY 80 million loan facility extended to Car Plus KK, a subsidiary

of the Group. Under the deed, the Company has agreed to indemnify Mr. Sena for any liabilities incurred under the

guarantee, up to the full facility amount plus associated penalties, costs, and interest. The company considers the fair

value of the guarantee to be immaterial and it has not been recognised in the financial statements.

31 March 2026Credit rating *Cash and cash

equivalents

Total

$’000$’000

ANZ BankAA- 3,132 3,132

ASB BankAA- 26 26

Mizuho BankA 679 679

Xe 1 1

3,838 3,838

31 March 2025Credit rating *Cash and cash

equivalents

Total

$’000$’000

ANZ BankAA- 4,123 4,123

ASB Bank

AA-

67 67

Mizuho Bank

A

1,116 1,116

Xe 38 38

5,344 5,344

23. Financial instruments - risk management

The Board has overall responsibility for the determination of the Group’s risk management objectives and policies and,

whilst retaining ultimate responsibility for them, it has delegated the authority for designing and operating processes

that ensure the effective implementation of the objectives and policies to the Group’s finance function. The Board

receives monthly reports f rom the Chief Financial Officer through which it reviews the effectiveness of the processes put

in place and the appropriateness of the objectives and policies it sets. The Group’s internal finance team also reviews the

risk management policies and processes and report their findings to the Audit Committee.

The overall objective of the Board is to set policies that seek to reduce risk as far as possible without unduly affecting the

Group's competitiveness and flexibility. Further details regarding these policies as they relate to the specific financial

risks that the Group is exposed to are set out below.

Through its operations, the Group is exposed to the following financial risks:

(a) Credit risk

(b) Market risk

(c) Liquidity risk

(d) Currency risk

(a) Credit risk

Credit risk is the risk of financial loss to the Group if a counterparty to a financial asset fails to meet their contractual

obligations.

The Group’s exposure to credit risk is represented by the carrying amount of cash and cash equivalents, investments

and fx contracts.

As cash and cash balances are held with counterparties with “investment grade” credit ratings, there is not deemed

to be a significant increase in credit risk associated with the Group’s Cash and cash equivalents balance. Credit rating

is as per Standard & Poor.

The Group has an Audit & Risk Committee that monitors credit risk as part of its wider duties.

Cash and cash equivalents held with financial institutions are presented in the table below:



* Standard & Poor’s

Interest rates on interest bearing cash and cash equivalents and investments range between 0.02% - 2.11%

(2025: 0.02% - 3.61%).

(b) Market risk

Market risk arises f rom the Group’s:

- Use of interest-bearing borrowings (interest rate risk); and

- Purchases in foreign currencies (foreign currency exchange risk).

i. Interest rate risk

Interest rate risk is the risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of

changes in market interest rates.

The Group is exposed to interest rate risk f rom its variable rate borrowing and lease liabilities, with rates between 1.65% -

11.30% (2025: 2.40% - 11.30%).

ii. Foreign currency exchange risk

The Group currently does not have any sales transactions denominated in foreign currencies, however, the Group has

purchase transactions denominated in foreign currencies.

During the current reporting period, the Group has purchased used cars with purchase prices denominated in foreign

currencies (YEN).

To mitigate foreign exchange risk on significant purchases, the Group enters into forward exchange contracts to match

the timing and amount of payments due. Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value on the date a derivative

contract is entered into, and they are subsequently remeasured to their fair value at the end of each reporting period.

The Group does not apply hedge accounting to these transactions, and they are classified as held for trading for

accounting purposes and are accounted for at fair value through profit or loss. They are presented as current assets or

liabilities to the extent they are expected to be settled within 12 months after the end of the reporting period. They are

considered level 2 fair value measurements being based on the present value of future cash flows based on the forward

exchange rates at the reporting date.

There are open forward exchange contracts of $0.9m at the end of the reporting period (2025: $2.3m).

The net foreign exchange loss recognised for the year was $0.50m (2025: $0.44m loss).

(c) Liquidity risk

Liquidity risk arises f rom the Group’s management of working capital. It is the risk that the Group will encounter

difficulty in meeting its financial obligations as they fall due.

The Group’s policy is to ensure that it will always have sufficient cash to allow it to meet its liabilities when they become

due. To achieve this the Group maintains a monthly forecast on its future cash position to ensure it can meet financial

obligations when they fall due.

The Board receives monthly financial statements which include statements of financial position, performance and cash

flows, as well as budget/forecast variance reports, to ensure it holds or will hold cash equivalents to meet its obligations.

The following table sets out the contractual maturities (representing undiscounted contractual cash-flows) of financial

liabilities:

 

As at 31 March 2026Up to

3 months

Between

3-12 months

Between

1-2 years

Between

2- 5 years

Over 5 yearsTotal

$’000$’000$’000$’000$’000$’000

Trade and other payables 2,555 2 16 90 - 2,663

Borrowings 32 94 250 375 - 751

Lease liabilities 565 1,723 3,662 2,901 126 8,977

Total 3,152 1,819 3,928 3,366 126 12,391

As at 31 March 2025Up to

3 months

Between

3-12 months

Between

1-2 years

Between

2- 5 years

Over 5 yearsTotal

$’000$’000$’000$’000$’000$’000

Trade and other payables 3,106 19 23 66 3,214

Borrowings 28 86 236 375 213 937

Lease liabilities 158 1,925 1,442 4,156 - 7,682

Total 3,293 2,030 1,701 4,597 213 11,833

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Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2026.

24. Property, plant and equipment

The Group has reviewed each item of property, plant and equipment and no impairment charge was recognised for the

year ended 31 March 2026 (March 2025: Nil).

Depreciation methodology

The Group recognises depreciation on a straight line basis.

Leasehold

improvements

Motor

vehicles

Furniture &

fittings

Computer

equipment

Workshop

equipment

Total

Cost$’000$’000$’000$’000$’000$’000

Balance at 1 April 2025 2,011 890 763 671 215 4,550

Additions 165 80 17 3 45 310

Disposals(29) (29)

Effect of exchange rate(5) (5)

Balance at 31 March 2026 2,176 936 780 674 260 4,826

Leasehold

improvements

Motor

vehicles

Furniture &

fittings

Computer

equipment

Workshop

equipment

Total

Cost$’000$’000$’000$’000$’000$’000

Balance at 1 April 2024 889 857 737 649 203 3,335

Additions 1,122 156 27 22 12 1,339

Disposals(119) (1) - (120)

Effect of exchange rate(4) (4)

Balance at 31 March 2025 2,011 890 763 671 215 4,550

Accumulated depreciation

Balance at 1 April 2025 (308) (410) (432) (610) (82) (1,842)

Depreciation(212) (122) (48) (43) (26) (451)

Disposals 36 36

Effect of exchange rate 4 4

Balance at 31 March 2026(520) (492) (480) (653) (108) (2,253)

Accumulated depreciation

Balance at 1 April 2024(213) (345) (382) (551) (57) (1,548)

Depreciation(95) (127) (50) (59) (25) (356)

Disposals 65 65

Effect of exchange rate(3) (3)

Balance at 31 March 2025(308) (410) (432) (610) (82) (1,842)

Net book value

Balance at 31 March 2026 1,656 444 300 21 152 2,573

Net book value

As at 31 March 2025 1,703 480 331 61 133 2,708

MAR 2026MAR 2025

$'000$'000

Net profit for the year 3,188 3,300

Non-cash items:

Depreciation & amortisation expenses 2,907 2,650

Carbon credits 1,526 (1,526)

Provisions and fair value gains 31 (24)

Loss/(gain) on sale of property, plant and equipment - (56)

Finance expense 685 550

5,149 1,594

Movements in working capital:

(Increase)/decrease in trade and other receivables 418 1,472

(Increase)/decrease in other current assets (880) 1,720

Increase/(decrease) in trade and other payables(304) 955

(Increase)/decrease in Inventory(3,109) (1,059)

Increase/(decrease) in deferred tax (500) 341

(4,375) 3,429

Cash generated from operations 3,962 8,323

Movement in income tax payable 212(1,596)

Net cash flows from operating activities 4 ,174 6,727

25. Notes supporting statement of cash flows

Reconciliation of profit after tax with net cash flow f rom operating activities

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Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2026.

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Other

Intangibles

Carbon

Credits1Total

$'000$'000$'000

Cost

Balance at 1 April 2025 79 1,526 1,605

Additions 128 169 297

Transfer to inventory(1,695) (1,695)

Disposals(5) (5)

Effect of exchange rate(5) (5)

Balance at 31 March 2026 197 - 197

Accumulated amortisation

Balance at 1 April 2025

(15)

(15)

Amortisation

(43)

(43)

Effect of exchange rate

2

2

Balance at 31 March 2026(56) - (56)

Net Book Value

As at 31 March 2026 141 - 141

26. Intangible assets

27. Contingent liabilities

28. Subsequent events

ANZ Bank Limited has given a guarantee to the landlord on behalf of the Group to secure premises.

The maximum guarantee is for $1,876,700 (March 2025: $1,576,196).

No significant events have occurred subsequent to the balance date.


1The Group previously recognised carbon credits as intangible assets in accordance with NZ IAS38. These credits

were generated under the Fleet Average Scheme based on the Group’s fleet-wide emissions performance relative to

regulatory thresholds.

Carbon credits were initially recognised at cost, representing the value attributed to the credits at the time they were

earned. The credits were carried at cost less any accumulated impairment losses.

During the current f inancial year, the Group fully utilised the remaining carbon credit balance to offset charges

incurred on imported vehicles under the Clean Car Standard Scheme. Upon utilisation, the carrying value of the

credits was recognised through cost of goods sold.

Accordingly, no carbon credit intangible asset remains recognised at balance date. The carbon credits were not

amortised, as they are consumed in the ordinary course of business and effectively form part of inventory when

applied to offset charges on imported vehicles. At the point of utilisation, their cost will be reclassif ied through cost of

goods sold.

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This statement of Corporate Governance is correct as of 31 May 2026

and was approved by the Board on 26 June 2026.

This statement outlines the principles, practices, and

policies that guide the Company’s operations and

decision-making including the roles and responsibilities

of its Board of Directors, management team, and various

committees. It also outlines the Company’s approach to

key issues such as risk management, ethical conduct,

and transparency.

The Board has set the Company’s corporate governance

arrangements having regard to the NZX Corporate

Governance Code (Code) recommendations. The

Company believes that its corporate governance

practices in FY26 are materially in line with the Code

published on 31 January 2025. This governance statement

summarises:

• the Company’s corporate governance practices;

• the areas where the recommendations of the Code are

not fully complied with; and

• those areas where further work is being undertaken to

reach full compliance.

The Company takes a continuous improvement

approach to corporate governance such that its policies

are reviewed on a regular basis. Key governance policies

and charters can be viewed on the Company’s website at

www.2cheapcars.co.nz/investors/

Principle 1: Culture and ethical behaviour

The Company has adopted a written Code of Culture and

Ethical Behaviour (CCEB) that outlines the Company’s

core values. It sets out explicit expectations for ethical

decision-making and personal behaviour for the Board

of Directors (Directors, and the Board) and employees.

The CCEB is available to all Directors, volunteers,

employees and contractors of the Company and its

subsidiaries (2CC personnel), and is publicly available on

the Company’s website.

Previously incorporated in the CCEB, in November 2023

the company formally adopted a standalone ‘Whistle

Blower’ policy. This policy outlines a f ramework for

whistle blower protection if Company personnel report a

breach or suspected breach of law, regulation, Company

policy or other serious wrongdoing.

The Company’s Financial Products Dealing Policy,

along with the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013,

imposes limitations and requirements on Directors and

employees in dealing in the Company’s shares.

These limitations prohibit dealing in shares while

in possession of inside information and impose

requirements for seeking consent to trade.

Principle 2: Board composition and

performance

Board composition and performance

As at 31 March 2026 and 31 May 2026, the Board has

three Directors, two of whom are Independent Directors

– Michael Stiassny and Gordon Shaw, and an Executive

Director David Sena.

In order for a Director to be independent, the Board has

determined that he or she must not be an employee (as

defined in the NZX Listing Rules) of the Company or any

of its subsidiaries and have no disqualifying relationships

(as defined in the NZX Listing Rules). Independence

is determined by the Board in accordance with the

independence requirements of the NZX Listing Rules;

and having regard to the factors described in the Code.

Each Director has experience, skills and expertise that

are of value to the Company. Profiles of Directors are

available on the Company’s website and on page 12 - 13 of

this Annual Report, and Directors’ interests are disclosed

on pages 63 - 64 of the Company’s 2026 Annual Report.

The roles and responsibilities of the Board are detailed

in the Board Charter, which was most recently reviewed

and approved in November 2023, and is available on the

Company’s website. The Board’s primary objective is to

act at all times in a manner designed to create and grow

sustainable value for our shareholders. The Directors are

expected to be cognisant of the duties and obligations

imposed on them by the Company’s Constitution, the

NZX Listing Rules and by law.

The Board has delegated authority for day-to-day

leadership and management of the business to the

CEO, who in turn has sub-delegated authority to other

Company management with specified financial and

non-financial limits.

The Company’s Delegations of Authority Policy is

reviewed annually by the Board.

The number of elected Directors, and the procedure

for their retirement and election at annual meetings,

is determined in accordance with the Company’s

Constitution and the NZX Listing Rules.

STATEMENT

OF CORPORATE

GOVERNANCE

The Company has not established a separate nominations

committee to recommend Director appointments to

the Board, as this function is carried out by the whole

Board, as permitted by recommendation 3.4. All Directors

are involved in the consideration of Board composition

and nominations and take into account a number of

factors including qualifications, capability, experience,

judgment and skills, and the ability to work with other

Directors. Shareholders may also nominate candidates for

election to the Board. Reference checks are carried out

on all candidates and key information about candidates

is provided to shareholders to assist their decision as to

whether or not to elect or re-elect a candidate. Board

members enter into written agreements with the

Company, outlining the terms of their appointment.

Directors are encouraged to undertake appropriate

training and education to ensure they remain up-to-

date on best practice to perform their duties. In addition,

management provide regular updates on relevant

industry and Company issues such as briefings f rom

Senior Executives.

All Directors have access to Executives to discuss issues,

get information on specific areas in relation to matters

to be discussed at Board meetings and for other areas

as they consider appropriate. Subject to the approval of

the Board Chair, Committees and Directors have the right

to seek independent professional advice where the

Committee or individual deems it necessary to carry

out its, his or her functions. This advice is at the

Company’s expense.

The Company has arranged a policy of Director and

Officer’ liability insurance with Vero Liability Insurance

Limited. This policy covers Directors and Officers so that

any monetary loss suffered by them, as a result of actions

undertaken by them as a Director or Officer, is insured

to specified limits (and subject to legal requirements

and/or restrictions).

The Chair meets regularly with Directors to discuss

and assess individual performance of the Directors.

In accordance with its Charter, the Board will review

and assess its performance as a whole and committee

performance on an annual basis, and in such manner

as the Board deems appropriate.

Diversity

The Company is committed to equal employment

opportunities and treating all individuals fairly and

with respect. The Company has a diverse workforce

and recognises that everyone has individual differences

which can be leveraged to create stronger teams and

drive stronger business performance.

The Company’s approach to diversity is outlined in

the Company’s Diversity and Inclusion Policy, which

is available on the Company’s website. Key areas of

focus are:

• Recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce

• Creating a supportive working environment

• People development

• Recognition and reward based on merit.

The Company did not comply with Recommendation 2.5

of the NZX Corporate Governance Code during the 2026

financial year. Specifically:

(i) The recommendation that the board should have a

diversity policy with measurable objectives and report on

progress.

(ii) This non-compliance applied for the full financial year

ending 31 March 2026.

(iii) The Company has not yet implemented systems to

track progress against measurable objectives under its

Diversity Policy due to a lack of resource to effectively

collect and analyse the required data.

(iv) In lieu of measurable objectives, the Company

adopted alternative practices including monitoring

gender diversity and promoting inclusive hiring practices,

which are reviewed internally.

(v) These alternative practices have been approved by

the Board as interim steps while systems and resources

are developed to allow future tracking and disclosure of

measurable diversity objectives.

The Board is committed to all objectives detailed in

the Diversity and Inclusion Policy. The Board discusses

diversity and inclusion with management and is

conf ident the Company is meeting its commitments

and objectives in this regard. Any issues arising through

non-adherence to the Policy are discussed by the Board

and resolved to ensure all Company personnel act in

accordance with - and in the spirit of - the Policy.

The Company’s workforce composition was as follows:

The Board has reviewed its required diversity profile

and considers the make-up of the Board is currently

sufficiently diverse for the purposes of forming a strong

team, providing specialised knowledge and expertise in

relevant markets and driving business performance.

As at 31 March 2026 the composition of Directors and

Officers of the Company were all male.

(An Officer is a person who is concerned or who takes

part in the management of the Company’s business and

reports directly to the Board or the CEO).

As At 31 March 2026:MaleFemaleGender

diverse

Directors 3 --

Officers 1 --

As At 31 March 2026:MaleFemaleGender

diverse

61 (73%)22 (27%)-

Total employees83

As At 31 March 2025:MaleFemaleGender

diverse

Directors 3 --

Officers 1 --

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Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2026.

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STATEMENT OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

Continued

STATEMENT OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

Continued

CommitteeRoleMembers

Audit, Finance and Risk

Management Committee

The main purpose of this Committee is to assist the

Board in providing oversight of matters relating

to the quality and integrity of financial reporting,

independence and performance of the external

auditors, effectiveness and objectivity of the internal

audit programme and oversight of business risks and

compliance activities.

Gordon Shaw (Chair)

Michael Stiassny

David Sena

Remuneration CommitteeThis Committee has been established to assist the

Board in fulfilling its responsibilities in relation to the

following matters:

1. Formal and transparent method for determining

Directors’ remuneration.

2. Remuneration of the CEO.

3. Review of the remuneration recommendations

made by the CEO for the senior management team.

4. Consideration and review of any incentive plans or

payment targets and calculations for the CEO and

senior management team.

5. Review of the overall Company-wide salary and

incentive policies.

Gordon Shaw (Chair)

Michael Stiassny

David Sena

Principle 3: Board Committees

The Board has delegated a number of its responsibilities to Committees to assist in the execution of the Board’s

responsibilities. The use of Committees allows issues requiring detailed consideration to be dealt with separately

by members of the Board who have specialist knowledge and experience, thereby enhancing the efficiency and

effectiveness of the Board. However, the Board retains ultimate responsibility for Committee functions, and determines

their responsibilities. Copies of relevant Committee Charters can be found on the Company’s website.

Although recommendation 3.1 of the Code recommends that the Audit Committee should be majority independent and

comprise solely of non-executive Directors, the current composition of the Board means that all Directors are currently

members of all committees including David Sena who is an Executive Director (as Listing Rule 2.13.2 requires a minimum

of three members in the Audit Committee).

Members of the Board can attend any Committee meeting and minutes of Committee meetings are available to

all members. Each Committee is empowered to seek any information it requires f rom the Company’s personnel to

undertake their duties. Committees can also get independent legal or other professional advice (with Chair approval).

Special purpose Committees may be formed to review and monitor specific projects together with senior management.

In the case of a takeover offer, the Company would engage expert legal and financial advisors to provide advice.

Takeover protocols have been developed and formally adopted by the Board in compliance with Recommendation 3.6

of the Code. The Company’s Takeovers Code can be found on the Company’s website.

The Board Committees as at 30 May 2026 were:

The Audit, Finance and Risk Management Committee is comprised of a majority of Independent Directors but it includes

the Executive Director. The Chair of the Audit, Finance and Risk Management Committee is not the Chair of the Board.

The Audit & Risk Management Committee Charter sets out the policies and practices of the Board of Directors regarding

the financial audit and risk management processes and is available on the Company’s website.

Employees of the Company only attend meetings of the Audit, Finance and Risk Management Committee at the

invitation of the Committee.

The Remuneration Committee is comprised of a majority of Independent Directors. Management attendance at

meetings of the Remuneration Committee is by invitation of the Committee, noting that the Executive Director is a

member.

Principle 4: Reporting and disclosure

The Company is committed to keeping investors and the market informed of all material information about the

Company and its performance in a timely manner. In addition to all information required by law, the Company seeks to

provide sufficient meaningful information to ensure stakeholders and investors are well informed.

The Company’s Continuous Disclosure Policy sets out the principles and requirements of this commitment to timely and

balanced disclosures.

For the financial year ended 31 March 2026, the Directors believe that proper accounting records have been kept which

enable, with reasonable accuracy, the determination of the financial position of the Company and facilitate compliance

of the financial statements with the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013.

The CEO and the CFO are required to provide a letter of representation to the Board confirming that:

• The 2CC Group’s financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accepted accounting standards in New

Zealand, are f ree of material misstatements, including omissions, give a true and fair view of the financial performance

and position of the 2CC Group and the financial records have been properly prepared;

• The representations are based on a sound system of risk management, internal compliance and controls that provide

for the implementation of the policies adopted by the Board; and

• 2CC Group’s risk management and internal control systems are operating effectively in all material respects.

A letter of representation confirming those matters was received in relation to the FY26 financial statements.

The Board has given due consideration to the importance of non-financial disclosure and recognises the importance of

non-financial disclosure including environmental, economic and social and governance (ESG) considerations.

However, given the size of the Company it has elected to not yet implement a formal ESG policy or provide the level

of reporting on environmental, economic and social sustainability factors and processes to the level recommended in

principle 4.4 of the Code, including as to how operational or non-financial targets are measured. The Company’s Annual

Report does discuss the role the Company is playing with respect to the implementation of lower emission vehicles in

the ‘FY26 in Review’ section, and in the commentary provided on page 59 of this Annual Report.

Attendance at Board and Committee meetings during FY26 was:

AttendeeBoardAudit, Finance and Risk

Management Committee

Remuneration

Committee

Michael Stiassny1331

Gordon Shaw1331

David Sena1331

Total meetings held 1331

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STATEMENT OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

Continued

STATEMENT OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

Continued

Principle 5: Remuneration

Remuneration of Directors and the senior management

team is the key responsibility of the Remuneration

Committee. External advice has been sought to ensure

remuneration is benchmarked to the market for senior

management positions.

The Company has adopted a Remuneration Policy which

relates to Non-Executive Directors and senior managers.

The Remuneration Policy is designed to ensure that

remuneration practices of the Company are fair and

appropriate, and that there is a clear link between

remuneration and performance.

At present, the weightings of remuneration for

senior management are geared towards a fixed basis

remuneration with a short-term incentive scheme

in place for select senior management. No equity-

based incentive scheme is currently in place. Fixed

remuneration is determined having regard to the

scale and complexity of the relevant employee’s role.

It includes all benefits, allowances and deductions.

Adjustments to fixed remuneration are not automatic,

they are based on performance and reviewed annually by

the Remuneration Committee.

Remuneration of the Non-Executive Directors is

determined by the Board on the recommendation of the

Remuneration Committee.

There is no requirement for the Directors to hold shares.

Details of Director and Executive remuneration

(including remuneration arrangements for the CEO) in

FY26 are provided on pages 64-65 of this Annual Report.

Principle 6: Risk management

The Board has overall responsibility for the Company’s

system of risk management and internal controls, and

procedures are in place to provide control within the

management and reporting structure.

In addition, the Audit, Finance and Risk Management

Committee provides an additional and more specialised

oversight of Company risks. The Audit, Finance and Risk

Management Committee Charter provides detail around

the specific responsibilities of the Committee related to

risk management.

The Committee reviews and recommends to the Board

for approval the Company’s half year and annual financial

statements. The Committee also advises the Directors as

to whether the Company’s financial statements comply

with applicable laws and regulations.

Monthly management reporting is provided to the

Board in order to monitor the Company’s performance

against budget and other objectives. The responsibilities

of the Audit, Finance and Risk Management Committee

include:

• Ensuring that management is implementing, and

reporting to the Committee, the Company’s risk

management f ramework (including the maintenance

of the risk register) and policies.

• Reporting to the Board on the development of existing

risks and the emergence of new risks.

• Reporting to the Board on the main risks to the Group’s

performance, how these main risks are being managed

under the Group’s risk management f ramework and

on any incident involving f raud or other breakdown of

internal controls.

A structured f ramework is in place for capital

expenditure. This includes appropriate authorisation

and approval levels that place an emphasis on the

commercial logic for an investment. Under a formal

Delegation of Authority policy, the Board has set limits

on management’s ability to incur expenditure, enter into

contracts and acquire or dispose of assets.

Risk profiles that identify, assess, monitor and report the

Company’s key business risks are formally reviewed by

the Board annually as part of the Board’s risk assessment

process. Risk profiles also identify key risk mitigation

strategies which are in place.

Key riskDescription of riskImpactMitigation

Supply chain

+ logistics

risk

Reliance on Japanese used

vehicle supply, auction

availability, export processes,

and shipping. Exposure to

weather events, biosecurity, or

border restrictions.

Reduced vehicle supply,

delayed inventory, higher

sourcing costs, inability to meet

customer demand.

Maintain buffer stock, monitor

logistics partners, and use

alternative sourcing (e.g.,

local trade-ins and wholesale

channels).

Regulatory

+ compliance

risk

Proposed or future changes

in NZ import settings, vehicle

safety standards, or biosecurity

requirements.

Restricted importation of

vehicles, non-compliance

penalties, reduced product

availability, or misalignment

with customer demand

Active monitoring of regulatory

environment, engagement with

industry bodies (e.g., VIA), refine

procurement criteria, and align

with NZ standards.

Foreign

exchange risk

Volatility in NZD/JPY or other

currencies affecting import

costs.

Increased cost of imported

vehicles, margin erosion, or

pricing pressure.

Use forward exchange

contracts, hedge exposure, and

adjust pricing strategies.

Product mix

+ demand

volatility

Shifts in customer preference

(e.g., petrol vs. hybrid/EV) due to

fuel prices, emissions charges,

or affordability.

Holding wrong inventory

mix, increased discounting,

slower stock turn, and margin

compression.

Monitor sales mix, enquiry

trends, and aged stock.

Adjust procurement and

allocation dynamically.

Focus on fuel-efficient vehicles

where demand supports it.

Cost inflation

risk

Rising costs in compliance,

refurbishment, labour,

transport, property, digital

advertising, and third-party

services.

Reduced gross margin,

operating leverage, and overall

profitability if costs cannot be

passed on.

Internalise key activities,

rebalance capacity, review

supplier pricing, and continued

focus on operational efficiency.

Pricing +

margin risk

Inability to pass on cost

increases due to competitive

or price-sensitive market

conditions

Margin compression, reduced

profitability, and potential loss

of market share.

Enforce pricing discipline,

focus on value proposition, and

optimise inventory controls.

Economic +

consumer

demand risk

Weak consumer confidence,

cost-of-living pressure,

tighter credit conditions, or

immigration changes.

Reduced demand for used

vehicles, lower sales volumes,

finance/insurance income

pressure, and margin erosion.

Maintain value-focused

positioning, review pricing/

finance penetration, and

develop own-channel lead.

generation.

Key person

risk

Reliance on founder/CEO

(David Sena) and senior

leadership team.

Operational performance and

strategic execution disruption

if key personnel leave without

effective transition.

Develop senior leadership,

delegate authority, ensure

Board oversight, and

implement succession

planning. The founder’s

significant equity stake

continues to mitigate this risk.

Cybersecurity

risk

Data breaches, system outages,

or ransomware attacks on

digital platforms (sales,

inventory, customer data).

Operational disruption,

reputational damage,

regulatory penalties, and loss of

customer trust.

Invest in cybersecurity

inf rastructure, conduct regular

audits, and train staff.

Technology

disruption risk

Competitors or new

technologies (e.g., online

marketplaces, AI-driven

sales) outpacing 2CC’s digital

capabilities.

Loss of market share, reduced

competitiveness, and lower

sales efficiency.

Invest in digital innovation,

monitor industry trends, and

enhance direct-to-consumer

channels.

Reputation risk

Negative publicity (e.g., vehicle

quality issues, compliance

failures, or customer disputes).

Erosion of customer trust,

reduced sales, and long-term

brand damage.

Proactive quality control,

transparent communication,

and crisis management.

planning.

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Continued

Health and safety

The Board is directly responsible for monitoring corporate

risk assessment processes and is committed to ensuring

a high quality, safe and healthy environment for everyone

who works at the Company, its visitors, customers and

partners.

The Company is committed to developing, improving

and reinforcing its safety culture. Key to this commitment

is continuously improving leadership capacity and

simplifying tools and systems. Paragraph 2.3.3 of the

Board Charter describes how the Company manages its

health and safety risks.

The Board receives monthly updates on health and safety

performance, including performance against plan and

‘near miss’ reporting.

The Company seeks to provide a healthy and safe

workplace with a KPI goal of zero serious harm accidents

and incidents. No serious harm accidents occurred in

FY26. The Company strives to create an environment

where employees report all near miss accidents and

incidents, however minor, with the objective to identify

potential harm and promote continuous improvement.

Vehicles are the biggest risk area for our staff. This

includes risks associated with vehicle movements at

our dealerships as well as in our logistics and vehicle

processing Hub.

The Company engages a third-party specialist to perform

health and safety reviews, ensuring staff are working in

the safest possible environment. These reviews identify

site hazards, ensure full compliance and recommend

any appropriate corrective actions. The latest review

was presented to the Board in March 2024, with agreed

improvement actions completed by 30 April 2024.

All staff are provided with the Company handbook which

contains the risk management policy, health and safety

policy and guidelines for keeping safe while at work. Staff

are required to confirm that they have received and read

this.

Principle 7: Auditors

For the year ended 31 March 2026, UHY Haines Norton

Sydney was the external auditor of the Company.

The Audit, Finance and Risk Management Committee

monitors the ongoing independence, quality and

performance of the external auditors and audit partner

rotation. The Audit, Finance and Risk Management

Committee Charter establishes a f ramework for the

Company’s relationship with its external auditors in

accordance with Recommendation 7.1 of the Code.

The Committee pre-approves any non-audit work

undertaken by UHY Haines Norton Sydney. UHY Haines

Norton Sydney did not provide any non-audit services to

the Company or its subsidiaries during FY26.

The fees paid for audit services in FY26 are identified

on page 40 of the Company’s 2026 Annual Report. The

Company’s external auditors are expected to attend the

2026 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting.

For the purposes of recommendation 7.3 of the Code,

given the comparatively small Company size, there is no

discrete internal audit function. However, a number of

controls are embedded within the Company’s normal

operations, including but not limited to: risk management;

information systems; security; health and safety; conflicts

of interest; and f raud prevention and detection.

Principle 8: Shareholder rights and relations

The Company maintains open channels of

communication with shareholders and interested

stakeholders. It also seeks to encourage effective

participation at Company shareholder meetings,

distributing shareholder communications in accordance

with the NZX Listing Rules and any relevant legislation.

The Company uses a variety of channels and technologies

to keep its shareholders informed. Information is available

via market announcements through NZX, the Company’s

share registry, the Company’s website, results conference

calls, annual reports and annual shareholder meetings.

Shareholders are also able to communicate electronically

with both the Company and its share registry.

All market releases carry the Company’s contact

details and the Company undertakes to respond to

all shareholder communications within a reasonable

timef rame.

Shareholders are encouraged to attend the annual

meeting and may raise matters for discussion at this

event. They can also vote on major decisions which affect

the Company. Voting is by poll, upholding the ‘one share,

one vote’ philosophy. Shareholders can also vote by proxy

ahead of meetings.

Notices of annual or special shareholder meetings are

posted on the Company’s website and to the NZX as

soon as possible, and at least 20 working days prior to

the meeting.

The Company has moved to holding an online only annual

meeting, given the very low historic turnout and the

disproportionate cost involved given the Company's size.

However, shareholders can still engage with the Company

through various means, as noted above.

In addition to shareholders, the Company has a wide

range of stakeholders and maintains open channels of

communication for all audiences such as brokers, the

investing community and the New Zealand Shareholders’

Association, as well as its staff, suppliers and customers.

The Company has a number of policies which uphold

stakeholder interests, including but not limited to the

Continuous Disclosure Policy and Financial Products

Dealing Policy.

Environmental

2 Cheap Cars’ core business continues to support the transition to lower-emission transport in New Zealand through the

sourcing, promotion and sale of hybrid and electric vehicles, alongside the Company’s own environmentally responsible

operational practices.

As a recognised participant in New Zealand’s low-emission used vehicle market, 2 Cheap Cars continues to sell

significant volumes of electric and hybrid vehicles. In FY26, EV/HEV vehicles represented 61% of total vehicle sales, with

4,410 EV/HEV vehicles sold during the year, compared with 3,873 in FY25.

This result reflects both strong consumer demand for more fuel-efficient vehicles and the Group’s ability to adjust its

sourcing mix through its direct procurement capability in Japan. While the EV/HEV sales mix eased slightly in the final

quarter, demand remained strong across the year, highlighting the importance of maintaining a flexible sourcing model

and a product mix that responds to customer affordability, fuel-efficiency preferences and the ongoing impact of Clean

Car Standard settings.

Hybrid / Electric vehicles

Reducing the Company’s internal emissions

2 Cheap Cars acknowledges the importance of

environmental preservation and values the benefits of a

clean, pollution-f ree environment.

The Company’s emissions are primarily generated by

vehicle transportation, including shipping between

Japan and New Zealand, and national distribution f rom

the processing hub in Auckland to dealerships across the

country.

The Company is committed to reducing emissions f rom

national road transportation of our vehicles by selecting

fuel efficient and alternative fuel carriers wherever

possible.

The Company continues to review the most efficient way

to manage operational activities, including the balance

between inhouse capability and the use of external

suppliers. Where vehicles are landed in Auckland,

compliance procedures, panel and paint, and mechanical

repairs are managed through a mix of internal

resources and trusted external partners. This approach

supports operational flexibility while helping to reduce

unnecessary vehicle movements where practicable.

The Company notes that internal carbon offset initiatives

will remain a significant part of our sustainability efforts:

• 70% of the company-owned vehicles are hybrid.

• The vehicle processing hub has been upgraded with

energy-efficient LED lighting and day/night sensors to

minimise power consumption.

• We adhere to best practices for waste disposal and the

use of chemical substances.

• Recycling is an integral part of our waste management

programme. We collect used oil f rom the vehicle

service process and provide it to an external company

for eco-f riendly recycling. We also recycle old vehicle

batteries.

• To reduce paper usage, we encourage the use of

electronic filing.

• Energy usage at the vehicle processing hub is regularly

audited to enable us to consistently improve energy

and water consumption wherever possible.

56%

FY24

ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL AND GOVERNANCE CONSIDERATIONS

50%

FY25

62%63%60%58%

FY26FY26FY26FY26

Q1Q2Q3Q4

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ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL AND GOVERNANCE CONSIDERATIONS

Social

We understand that our people are the heart of our business. Therefore, 2 Cheap Cars is dedicated to providing

employees with a safe working environment, good conditions and ensuring their wellbeing.

As an industrial business, we prioritise health and safety. In FY23, we conducted an external Health and Safety review,

focusing on our Auckland Hub operations, and implemented a clear action plan to maintain high workplace health

and safety standards. These standards are extended to our car yards and other operational sites. Our commitment is

to ensure a safe and healthy workplace culture is maintained and that we achieve zero serious harm accidents and

incidents each year. We are pleased to report this goal was successfully achieved in the FY26 period.

The safety of our team members, visitors, and customers remains our highest priority, and we are dedicated to ensuring

everyone returns home safely each day.

2 Cheap Cars is an equal opportunity employer that benefits f rom having a diverse employee base. We have

people f rom a range of different cultures and backgrounds and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for

all staff.

Governance

2 Cheap Cars is committed to maintaining strong governance practices that promote transparency, accountability,

and ethical conduct. We have established a robust governance f ramework that includes clear policies and procedures,

regular board and management oversight, and ongoing engagement with stakeholders.

Our governance practices are designed to ensure that we operate in a responsible and sustainable manner, and we

regularly review them.

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STATUTORY DISCLOSURES

Spread of 2 Cheap Cars Group security holders

As at 29 May 2026 the spread of shareholders is set out in the table below:

Substantial product holders

The following substantial product holder information is given pursuant to section 293 of the Financial Markets Conduct

Act 2013. The table below sets out the names of the persons who as at 31 March 2026 were registered as substantial

product holders in the company. The total number of voting securities (fully paid ordinary shares) of the Company as at 31

March 2026 was 45,554,500.

RangeNumber of holdersShares% of holders% of shares

1 to 100039 21,888 17%0%

1001 to 500055 165,908 24%0%

5001 to 10,00040 344,522 17%1%

10,001 to 100,00079 2,923,502 34%6%

100,001 and over19 42,098,680 8%92%

Totals 232 45,554,500 100%100%

Substantial product holderNumber of ordinary shares in which relevant interest is held

Yusuke Sena 34,586,927

34,586,927

Directors’ shareholdings

As at 31 March 2026. the Directors(s) of the company had the following relevant interests in the Company's shares:

DirectorsNumber of ordinary shares in which relevant interest is held

Yusuke Sena 34,586,927

Michael Stiassny 102,139

Gordon Shaw 10,181

34,699,247

STATUTORY

DISCLOSURES

NameNumber of shares held% of issued capital

1SENA & CO LIMITED 34,586,927 75.9%

2NEW ZEALAND DEPOSITORY NOMINEE LIMITED 1,466,169 3.2%

3FORSYTH BARR CUSTODIANS LIMITED 1,442,133 3.2%

4ACCIDENT COMPENSATION CORPORATION - NZCSD 1,235,419 2.7%

5AUSTEN HERBERT STEWART KYLE 755,000 1.7%

6LORRAINE MARY MCCAFFREY 500,000 1.1%

7HUMI SENA 250,000 0.5%

7IAN ARCHIBALD HURST & GLORIA FAYE HURST 250,000 0.5%

9BLACK DUCK INVESTMENTS LIMITED 205,714 0.5%

10MARK HENRY PUMPHREY 201,830 0.4%

11HONG REINER 200,000 0.4%

12JONATHAN MICHAEL ALAN PURDEY & WITHERS TSANG

AND CO TRUSTEES LIMITED

170,000 0.4%

13NICHOLAS DAVID SANDLANT 150,000 0.3%

14ERIC ANTHONY FREDERICK BENNIK 147,417 0.3%

15ALAN DAVID WHITE 105,516 0.2%

16MARTIN JOHN WATSON & KARIN CAROLINE WATSON 105,000 0.2%

17MICHAEL PETER STIASSNY 102,139 0.2%

18ZHEN CHEN 101,459 0.2%

19JAMES ALAN GRAHAM 100,500 0.2%

20DAVID ROY COOPER & KAREN ANN COOPER & COOPER FAMILY

NOMINEES LIMITED

100,000 0.2%

20DESMOND ANTHONY PENDER & KATHLEEN MARIE PENDER 100,000 0.2%

20PHILIP BOWMAN 100,000 0.2%

20SIMON WILLIAM PERVAN & JANE PERVAN & BANCO TRUSTEES

LIMITED

100,000 0.2%

20XU XIAO 100,000 0.2%

Total top 24 shareholders 42,575,223 93.5%

Remaining shareholders 2,979,277 6.5%

Total shares on issue 45,554,500 100%

Top 24 shareholders

The names of the largest 24 shareholders of 2 Cheap Cars shares as at 29 May 2026 are listed below:

Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2026.

Disclosure of Directors’ interests

The Company maintains an interests register in accordance with the Companies Act 1993 in which Directors interests

are recorded.

The following are particulars of general disclosures of interest by Directors holding office as at 31 March 2026 under

section 140(2) of the Companies Act 1993. The Director will be regarded as interested in any and all transactions

between the Company or any of its subsidiaries with the disclosed entity. Particulars of entries made during the year

are noted in brackets for the purposes of section 211(1)(e) of the Companies Act 1993. In addition to the information set

out below, the following other interests were disclosed in the Company's interest register: the authorisation of Directors'

remuneration; and entry into the Directors and officers liability insurance policies, both as further detailed on page 65.

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STATUTORY DISCLOSURES

Continued

STATUTORY DISCLOSURES

Continued

Director / Entity Relationship

Gordon Shaw

2 Cheap Cars Group LimitedDirector

2 Cheap Cars LimitedDirector

2 Cheap Rental Cars LimitedDirector

2CC International LimitedDirector

Car Safety New ZealandDirector

NZ Motor Finance LtdDirector

Institute of Directors (loD) - Nelson Marlborough BranchCommittee Member

Nelson Bays Primary Health TrustIndependent Trustee

ProMed HR New Zealand Ltd Chair and Independent Director

(Department of Corrections)(Committee Member)

(Far North District Council)(Committee Member)

Director / Entity Relationship

Michael Stiassny

2 Cheap Cars Group LimitedChair

2 Cheap Cars LimitedDirector

2 Cheap Rental Cars LimitedDirector

2CC International LimitedDirector

Car Safety New ZealandDirector

NZ Motor Finance LtdDirector

Car Plus KKDirector

Being AI LimitedChair

Founders Advisory LtdDirector

LPF Group LtdDirector

MS10 LtdDirector

Momentum Life Insurance LimitedChair

Tegel Group Holdings LimitedDirector

Share dealings of Directors during the financial period

Directors disclosed under section 148(2) of the Companies Act 1993 that there were no acquisitions or disposals

of relevant interests in the Company’s shares by Directors during the year ended 31 March 2026. Accordingly, no

transactions were entered in the Company’s interests register for the period.

Directors’ remuneration

The total pool of Directors fees available to Non-Executive Directors for the year ended 31 March 2026 was $650,000,

which was approved by shareholders. Of this, $324,000 was paid to Non-Executive Directors in FY26. The table below sets

out the total of the remuneration and the value of other benefits received by each Director during the year.

Board remuneration for the Company and its subsidiaries in FY26:

Salary payments to Mr. Sena are for his executive role within the company, and the other benefits relate to KiwiSaver

contributions

Board remuneration per annum

Board Chair$208,000

Non Executive Director$80,000

Board Committee Chair$12,000

Board Committee Member$6,000

DirectorDirectors feesSalaryOther benefitsSubtotal

Yusuke Sena 399,295 11,462 410,757

Michael Peter Stiassny 220,000 220,000

Gordon Shaw 104,000 104,000

324,000 399,295 11,462 734,757

Directors’ insurance

In accordance with the Companies Act 1993, 2CC has taken out an insurance policy to insure its directors and officers

against potential liabilities and costs incurred in any proceeding, except to the extent prohibited by law.

Director / Entity Relationship

Yusuke Sena

2 Cheap Cars Group LimitedShareholder/Director

2 Cheap Cars LimitedDirector

2 Cheap Rental Cars Limited Director

2CC International LimitedDirector

Car Plus KKDirector

Car Safety New ZealandDirector

Sena & Co LtdDirector

Remuneration rangeFY26

Number of employees

FY25

Number of employees

100,000 - 109,999

3

3

110,000 - 119,999

8

5

120,000 - 129,999

3

3

130,000 - 139,999

4

3

140,000 - 149,999

1

2

150,000 - 159,999

1

1

170,000 - 179,999

1

2

190,000 - 199,999

1

0

210,000 - 219,999

1

0

220,000 - 229,999

0

1

330,000 - 339,999

1

0

360,000 - 369,999

0

1

410,000 - 419,999

1

1

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Employee remuneration

The following table shows the number of current and former employees of the company (not being Directors of the

Company) who received remuneration and other benefits in their capacity as employees during FY26, the value of which

exceeded $100,000. The remuneration amounts include all monetary amounts and benefits actually paid during the

year, including the face value of any long term incentive vested during the year (which for FY26 was nil).

CEO remuneration

The CEO’s remuneration as at 31 March 2026 consisted of a base salary, KiwiSaver contributions, and a one-off payment

relating to the cashing out of accrued annual leave. The CEO’s remuneration is reviewed annually by the Remuneration

Committee and approved by the Board.

David Sena’s remuneration during the FY26 year consisted of a base salary of $360,000, which did not increase during

the year. In addition, David received a one-off payment of $20,769 relating to the cashing out of accrued annual leave.

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Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2026.

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STATUTORY DISCLOSURES

Continued

Subsidiaries of 2 Cheap Cars Group Limited contained within the group

The following persons held office as directors of 2CC Group's six subsidiaries as at 31 March 2026.

Other information

Directors

As at 31 March 2026 the Company's Board comprised the following Directors: Michael Peter Stiassny, Yusuke Sena and

Gordon David Shaw.

Transactions directors are interested in

No disclosures were made of interests in transactions under s 140(1) of the Companies Act.

Use of Company information

No disclosures were made in the Company’s interests register under sections 145(2) and 145(3) of the Companies Act 1993.

NZX waivers

No waivers were granted by NZX or relied on by the Company during FY26.

Exercise of NZX disciplinary powers

The NZX did not take any disciplinary action against the Company during FY26. In particular, there was no exercise of

powers by NZX under NZX Listing Rule 9.9.3 (relating to powers to cancel, suspend or censure an issuer) with respect to the

Company.

Donations

No donations in FY26.

Credit rating

2 Cheap Cars Group Limited does not have a credit rating.

Auditor remuneration

UHY Haines Norton is the appointed auditor of the 2 Cheap Cars Group. During FY26, the Group paid audit fees of $145k, as

detailed in note 9 of the financial statements. Zero non-audit service fees were paid to UHY Haines Norton during the year.



SubsidiaryJurisdictionDirectors

2 Cheap Cars LimitedNew ZealandMichael Peter Stiassny

Yusuke Sena

Gordon Shaw

NZ Motor Finance Limited New ZealandMichael Peter Stiassny

Gordon Shaw

Car Safety NZ LimitedNew ZealandMichael Peter Stiassny

Yusuke Sena

Gordon Shaw

2CC International LimitedNew ZealandMichael Peter Stiassny

Yusuke Sena

Gordon Shaw

Car Plus KKJapanMichael Peter Stiassny

Yusuke Sena

Humi Sena

2 Cheap Rental Cars Limited

(ceased trading)

New ZealandMichael Peter Stiassny

Yusuke Sena

Gordon Shaw

COMPANY

DIRECTORY

Nature of business

Used automotive vehicle retailer and

motor vehicle finance provider

Registered office

102 Mays Road

Onehunga

Auckland 1061

Head office

102 Mays Road

Onehunga

Auckland 1061

Directors

Michael Stiassny

Gordon Shaw

Yusuke Sena

Bankers

ANZ Bank

Solicitors

MinterEllisonRuddWatts

Independent auditors

UHY Haines Norton Sydney

Share register

Computershare

2 Cheap Cars Group Limited
102 Mays Road

Onehunga

Auckland 1061

Ph: 09 869 3330

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