Alameda County, CA
Automotive and Boat Established Businesses For Sale
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Self-serve car wash + Real estate
Same owner for 40 years, Turnkey Full-Service Car Wash
Orange County, CA
Mechanic Shop For Sale
Chicago, IL
Established 6-Bay Shop in North Austin
Austin, TX
Austin Auto Repair
Austin, TX
Well-Established Automotive Repair Business with Repeat Customers
Henry County, GA
Long established big earner SBA pre-approved. Real estate included.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Jefferson County, KY
Long Established/Car Audio and Security Systems Installation
Mesa, AZ
Exxon Gas Station in Anne Arundel County
Anne Arundel County, MD
Auto & Fleet Detailing Business For Sale
Rock Island County, IL
Live-Work Income Generating 3-Acres Real Estate: Auto Shop, C-Store
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Cedar Grove, TN
Established convenience store with prime location
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Oaks, OK
Branded station in Lee county fl great extra income
Cape Coral, FL
Turnkey Buy Here Pay Here Dealership for Sale
Winter Garden, FL
Rare Opportunity: High-Volume Auto Dealership AND Real Estate Included
Orange County, FL
Body Shop/ Used Auto Dealer for Sale 4705455805
Tucker, GA
Brian Hughes
Sweet Spot Business Advisory
Serving Benton County, AR
You built your business the hard way — years of long days, taking real risks, and making decisions no one else had to live with. It's your life's work. When it's time to sell, you need an advisor who treats it that way. Sweet Spot Business Advisory helps business owners sell well: harvesting the value of what you've built with a strong market price, to a qualified buyer, with your confidentiality protected and your legacy intact. Most brokers are salespeople. I'm a two-time Private Equity (PE) -backed CFO who has built companies, prepared them for sale, and led them through to strong outcomes — so you get a level of skill and judgment most sellers never have access to. That CFO skill shows up where it matters: pricing your business defensibly so you don't leave money on the table, marketing it confidentially so employees and competitors don't find out, and vetting buyers — including SBA-financed buyers — so you reach the closing table with someone who can actually pay and will steward what you've built. I work on trust, integrity, foresight, and a "no jerks zone" for everyone at the table. My goal is simple: help you sell your life's work well, and into good hands — capturing the full value of what you've created so you can step into your next chapter with confidence. If you're thinking about selling — this year or a few years out — let's talk.
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Profitable Marine Business with Explosive 2026 Growth
Cocoa, FL
Profitable National Branded Gas Station
Salem, SC
Major Brand with C-Store and Car Wash
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Perris, CA
Cumberland County - Auto Repair and Truck Rental on 2.78 acres
Vineland, NJ
The Bubble Works Car Wash | Business and Real Estate | $1,600,000
Washington, PA
Diesel Repair Business – No Shop Needed | Scalable | Turning Away Work
Lee County, FL
Torrance Collision Center w/ Paint Booth, Frame Capability. Prime Area
Torrance, CA
Owner looking at all offers to own this established Auto Repair shop!
Ballard, WA
Established Kissimmee Flex Wash | US-192 Corridor
Kissimmee, FL
Orlando Flex Wash | Orange Blossom Trail
Orlando, FL
$72K SDE | High-Volume Gas Station | Prime Investment Opportunity
Detroit, MI
Tire Sales & Service Business with Property - NY
Nassau County, NY
Rare OC Opportunity - Established Body & Paint Shop
Costa Mesa, CA
Gas Station w/ C-store for Sale in NY
Suffolk County, NY
Auto Repair/Mechanic Shop with Real Estate(Land & Building)
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Bernardino, CA
Well-Established Towing Company For Sale, est 2009
Pierce County, WA
Cowboy Express Car Wash | New 2025 Express Tunnel | Leavenworth, KS |
Leavenworth, KS
SBA Pre-Approved Auto Repair & Smog | $1M+ Rev with Strong Cash Flow
Los Angeles County, CA
Newly Renovated Gas Station & Wasahteria For Sale
Baytown, TX
High Cash Flow Auto Salvage Yard Near The Villages
Lady Lake, FL
Gas Station | Business & Real Estate | Tri-Cities, WA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Franklin County, WA
Legacy Auto Repair Center with Real Estate
Pierce County, WA
Shell Gas Station with Liquor License including Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Bakersfield, CA
Package Sale: 2 Turn Key Gas Stations w/ Markets
Barstow, CA
Gas Station for Sale with real estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Kitsap County, WA
Body Shop & Auto Service Center For Sale Toledo, Ohio
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Toledo, OH
25-Year Established Auto Repair Shop | Corner Location
Nassau County, NY
Established Production Equipment Rental Business
New York
Ada Wang
KW Commercial
Serving Harris County, TX
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Established Auto Repair Shop in Nassau County, NY
Nassau County, NY
Newly constructed 2024 Independent fuel station
Redding, CA
Auto Repair Shop For Sale in Nassau County
Nassau County, NY
Auto Repair Shop Plus Real Estate | $136K SDE (Unbroker Exclusive)
Strafford County, NH
Mechanic shop prime location
Tarrant County, TX
High-Potential Auto Body shop Opportunity with Low Overhead & Gr. Rent
California
Buy or Sell an Automotive and Boat Business
Some automotive and boat businesses for sale specialize in retail, while others focus on providing services like repairs and maintenance, and still others offer a combination of both. From auto repair shops and car washes to towing companies, truck stops, and gas stations, the businesses in the automotive sector keep consumers moving. The auto repair and maintenance industry is bouncing back from 2020 pandemic related disruptions. The auto industry accounts for 3% of GDP for the U.S. and employs over 1.7 million people. This sector is expected to expand by over 5% during the next decade. With projected growth in both marine and automotive repair industries, businesses in these sectors may be good investments. One of the primary advantages of buying an existing automotive or boat business is that it comes with established credibility in the market.
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) |
|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 1,614 |
| Asking Price | $625,000 |
| Reported Revenue | $1,000,000 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $196,651 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $299,000 | $625,000 | $1,400,000 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Automotive and Boat Businesses for sale.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $497,102 | $112,662 |
| Median | $1,000,000 | $196,651 |
| Upper Quartile | $2,000,000 | $335,400 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Automotive and Boat Businesses listed for sale.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.41 | 2.17 |
| Median | 0.69 | 3.06 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.26 | 4.63 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy an Automotive and Boat Business?
The median asking price for an established Automotive and Boat Business is $625,000, though prices range from under $299,000 to well over $1,400,000.
How much do Automotive and Boat Businesses owners earn?
The median reported revenue of Automotive and Boat Businesses is $1,000,000 and owners earn a median of $196,651, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value an Automotive and Boat Business?
Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Automotive and Boat Businesses, revenue multiples range from 0.41 to 1.26, with a median of 0.69. Earning multiples range from 2.17 to 4.63, with the median at 3.06. This means the typical Automotive and Boat Business may ask for around 0.69 times its annual revenue, and 3.06 times its annual owner earnings.
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