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Auto Repair and Service Shops For Sale in California

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Well-Established Towing Business

Alameda County, CA

Well-Established Towing Business - Prime Bay Area Location 4 flatbeds, 2 forklifts, 1 wheeler, mechanical, body/paint, tow storage This profitable towing operation represents an exceptional...

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$850,000

$850,000

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Well-Established Towing Business

Alameda County, CA

Well-Established Towing Business - Prime Alameda County Location This exceptional towing operation presents a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, turnkey business with over 25 years of proven...

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$750,000

$750,000

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Smog Check Test Only Star Certiified So Orange Cty

Orange County, CA

This well-established Smog Test-Only business has been serving the South Orange County community for 17 years, earning a loyal customer base and consistent repeat business. Currently averaging...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

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Towing and Repair Company

San Mateo County, CA

This extremely well-established towing and repair company offers a unique advantage with an automated customer acquisition system with exclusive AAA contract, ensuring a steady flow of business...

$720,000

$720,000

Cash Flow: $233,000

For Sale: Two Profitable STAR-Certified Smog Check Stations – Turnkey.

Costa Mesa, CA

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Two Profitable STAR-Certified Smog Check Stations - Turnkey Operations Established in 2010, this dual-location automotive service business offers an exceptional passive income...

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$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $160,000

Recession-Resistant ADAS Calibration, North County, San Diego, CA

San Marcos, CA

A rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, turnkey Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration business. With modern vehicles increasingly reliant on ADAS, calibration is a required...

$219,000

$219,000

Established Auto Repair Business, Smog, DMV Services

Murrieta, CA

Established Auto Repair Business with Smog & DMV Services – Southern California An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established automotive service business in a high-traffic area of Southern...

$264,888

$264,888

High RIO Automotive Franchise in San Jose, CA

San Jose, CA

Data driven automotive service business with a simple, disruptive operating model gaining market share in a highly fragmented industry. Clean, compact, and recognizable storefront with small footprint...

$8,680,000

$8,680,000

EBITDA: $2,800,000

Multi-Unit, Automotive Business in San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

This business has been operating successfully for many years and has a proven track record of profitability, with unit level economics that are unparalleled in the industry. With access to extensive...

$10,500,000

$10,500,000

EBITDA: $3,500,000

Quick Service Automotive Franchise in Santa Barbara, CA

Santa Barbara, CA

Tap into the growing demand for fast, reliable auto care with a franchise that delivers proven success and future-ready growth. Our system offers franchise partners a fully supported, turnkey business...

$5,250,000

$5,250,000

EBITDA: $1,750,000

Turnkey European Auto Repair Business – Orange County

Orange County, CA

Transworld Business Advisors of the Coachella Valley, DRE# 02120938 Available for acquisition is a highly reputable and profitable European auto repair shop located in a prime Southern California...

$260,000

$260,000

Cash Flow: $179,219

Award-Winning & Profitable Auto Repair & Smog Shop – Riverside County

Riverside County, CA

This highly reputable and profitable auto repair and smog shop has been serving the community for over 40 years at the same prime location. Known for its exceptional service and commitment to customer...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $370,348

Smog Check, Oil Change Business

California

This well-established smog check business in Solano County presents an exceptional opportunity for a buyer looking for a profitable, turn-key operation with minimal competition. Generating gross sales...

$721,000

$721,000

Cash Flow: $203,631

Automotive Shop - 37+ Years of General Mechanic, Brake & Alignment

$475,000 - San Joaquin County, CA

$475,000

San Joaquin County, CA

Ardeshir Vosooghi

First Choice Business Brokers-SF Bay

Auto Repair Shop with PROPERTY, Great Reputation in Fullerton, CA

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Fullerton, CA

Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a well-established auto repair shop with the added benefit of property ownership in Fullerton, CA. This unique offering combines a thriving business with...

$3,400,000

$3,400,000

Cash Flow: $126,364

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Successful Towing and Abandon Vehicle Abatement Compony

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Oroville, CA

Very successful Towing Company since 1995. Seller is motivated to sell this very successful business and all its equipment and inventory. Real Estate comes with this great business. Buyer Profile and...

$1,150,000

$1,150,000

EBITDA: $171,827

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Rick Teh, EMBA, CBI

Accel Business Advisors

Serving Alameda County, CA

We are a team of seasoned business brokers passionate about helping business owners and investors in business transactions. Our brokers operate less like salespeople and more closely to wedding planners; We will get to know your needs, show you what it will take to get there, and make sure that things are going according to plan the entire way. Our team of brokers has extensive experience and training working with a wide variety of business listings and performing valuations. Your business showcases your hard work and dedication; it deserves the highest level of professionalism that will lead you to a successful closing. All of our team members have had previous experience owning their own business and understand that placing your business for sale can be a stressful time. Through our rigorous training programs, our brokers have learned how to find the right buyer for your business and how to make the closing process run smoothly.

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Auto Repair Shop for Sale - Citrus Heights, CA

Citrus Heights, CA

For Sale: Established AAMCO Transmission & Auto Repair Shop Upside Potential: The average AAMCO generates $1.1M in annual revenue—huge growth opportunity! Nationally Recognized Brand: Benefit from...

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$550,000

$550,000

EBITDA: $200,000

Automotive Service & Repair, Official Smog & Brake Inspection Center

Richmond, CA

MS Real Estate Inc. presents a reputable auto repair and smog shop deeply rooted in the vibrant Richmond, California, neighborhood. With a robust presence in the community, this well-established...

$549,000

$549,000

Maaco Collision Repair & Auto Paint in Sacramento Region SC2197

California

Maaco Collision Repair & Auto Paint in Sacramento Region SC2197 Financial Information Asking Price: $495,000 Cash Flow: $215,000 Gross Revenue: $1,000,000 Down Payment: $371,250 This Northern...

$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $215,000

Smog & Repair Station with In Ground Dyno

Campbell, CA

Established for over 30 years, this fully licensed Smog & Auto Repair Shop is a trusted name in the community, offering top-tier automotive services in an affluent neighborhood. The shop features four...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $93,971

Established Smog Shop! Seeking Owner/Operator (25+ Years)

Redlands, CA

Quit your job and become your own boss! This well-established Star Certified Smog Shop, located in a thriving and rapidly growing area, has been in business for over 25 years. Known for its excellent...

$74,884

$74,884

Cash Flow: $68,000

Profitable Body Shop with Property in Riverside County

Riverside County, CA

An unparalleled opportunity awaits to own a thriving body shop business with a robust history and an esteemed client base. This fully equipped enterprise comes ready with all the essentials for...

$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $169,772

Well Established Auto Repair, SMOG, and Brake & Light Inspection Shop

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

California

Well Established Auto Repair, SMOG, and Brake & Light Inspection Shop With Real Estate - SC2166 Financial Information Asking Price: $749,000 Cash Flow: $70,000 Gross Revenue: $450,000 Down Payment:...

$749,000

$749,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Santa Maria, CA- Automotive Franchise for Sale

Santa Maria, CA

Simple, repeatable operations that generate robust cash flow, boasting an impressive 70%+ repeat customer rate. Situated in a prime retail-dense trade area, this franchise is strategically positioned...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $275,000

Established & Profitable AUTO BODY SHOP in VAN NUYS

$475,000 - Van Nuys, CA

$475,000

Van Nuys, CA

Gary Walswick

KW COMMERCIAL

San Diego, CA- Multi Unit Automotive Franchise Resale Opportunity

San Diego, CA

This is a rare chance to acquire a group of established automotive franchise resale centers. Buying multiple units together provides immediate scale, lower entry cost, customer goodwill, and the...

$200,000

$200,000

Exclusive Midas / SpeeDee Co-brand Auto Repair Franchise For Sale

San Jose, CA

Explore the lucrative opportunity of acquiring this newly-enhanced Midas / SpeeDee Co-branded shop strategically situated along the bustling Monterey Highway in San Jose. With its freshly painted...

$150,000

$150,000

Exclusive Midas Auto Repair Franchise for Sale.

Redding, CA

Rev up your entrepreneurial journey with an incredible opportunity to own a Midas Auto Repair franchise, available now! Key Features: · Midas Excellence: Step into the realm of automotive excellence...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $210,000

Asset SaleSBA Pre-Approved–Profitable Motorsports & Entertainment Venue

Murrieta, CA

One of America’s premier short track speedways is now up for grabs. Featuring over $40 million in state-of-the-art leasehold improvements and a 12-year lease with ZERO monthly rent, this facility is a...

$1,050,000

Asset Sale

$1,050,000

Asset SaleWell Establish Auto Repair In Rowland Height

Rowland Heights, CA

ASSET SALE - Well-Established Auto Repair Shop in Prime Rowland Heights Location This is a rare opportunity to acquire the assets of a successful full-service auto repair facility that has served the...

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$90,000

Asset Sale

$90,000

Real EstateAuto Lube & Self Car Wash

Brawley, CA

***PRICE HAS BEEN REDUCED TO $595,000*** We are pleased to offer a unique opportunity to purchase an established Oil Lube and Self Car Wash property in Brawley, California at an affordable price...

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$595,000

Real Estate

$595,000

Real EstateProfitable Tire Shop in HIGH Traffic Area. Real Estate Included.

Porterville, CA

Here is your opportunity to own a very busy corner of Porterville. Currently home to Leon's Tires, this property sees thousands of passers by per day and is limitless in the possibilities. The current...

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$949,000

Real Estate

$949,000

Real EstateTurnkey Auto/Retail–High-Visibility Corner Lot, Ideal 4 Owner-Operator

Concord, CA

TURNKEY AUTO/RETAIL PROPERTY - HIGH-VISIBILITY CORNER LOCATION Prime commercial real estate opportunity in Concord's bustling commercial corridor. This well-maintained 1,347 square foot freestanding...

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Not Disclosed

Real Estate

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Real EstateInter Mountain Auto Body Works Inc.

Shasta County, CA

BUSINESS ONLY WITH LEASE BACK OF REAL ESTATE --FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET IN 54 YEARS SUCCESSFUL AUTO BODY AND COLLISON REPAIR SHOP WITH REAL ESTATE. INTER MOUNTAIN AUTO BODY WORKS!!!! Full-Service Auto...

$235,000

Real Estate

$235,000

High-End Auto Repair Shop in Wealthy OC – Room to Double Revenue

Orange County, CA

Profitable Auto Repair Shop in Ultra-Affluent South Orange County – Huge Growth Potential Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, highly reputable auto repair business in one of Orange...

$598,000

$598,000

Cash Flow: $295,472

Auto Body Repair Shop – Low Rent - High Net - San Fernando Valley

$495,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$495,000

Los Angeles County, CA

Mani Singh

TNW Business Brokers

Reputable Auto Repair Shop in Prime Location SF San Mateo County

Belmont, CA

This family-owned business was established 24 years ago offering excellence in diagnosis, service, repairs and general maintenance for various makes and models vehicles. The genuine and great reviews...

$49,000

$49,000

?Profitable Tire Recycling Plant in Southeast LA

Los Angeles County, CA

Profitable Tire Recycling Plant in Southeast LA—$250K–$400K Annual Revenue in recent years They have been in business for over 20 years and have long standing relationships with nearby municipalities,...

$400,000

$400,000

Profitable Auto Body Repair & Used Car Dealership – Prime Los Angeles

Los Angeles County, CA

This established auto body and used car dealership has been serving the community for decades, earning an outstanding reputation for quality work, reliability, and honest service. The business...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Specialty Auto Electrical - $150K Owner Earnings - Orange County

Costa Mesa, CA

Profitable auto electrical specialty shop in Orange County generating $250K revenue and $150K owner earnings. One helper, low overhead, high-margin niche with minimal competition. THE OPPORTUNITY:...

$75,000

$75,000

One-of-a-Kind Auto Body Shop in Greater El Monte, CA

Los Angeles County, CA

A collision center like no other. If you have auto body experience do not miss the opportunity to acquire this special business. Utilizing a unique marketing method to dramatically grow this business...

$4,990,000

$4,990,000

Cash Flow: $1,249,337

Auto Body , Mechanic and Tire Shop in Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

This is a sale of the Auto Body , Mechanic and Tire Shop in the City of Los Angeles. Tire and Mechanic Shop Businesses were established in 1995. Shop features approximately 2,400 square feet of space...

$350,000

$350,000

Southern Los Angeles County Auto Repair Shop – $2M Revenue

Los Angeles County, CA

Presenting a lucrative investment opportunity: a fully operational auto repair shop located in bustling Southern Los Angeles County. This expansive facility generates an impressive $2 million in...

$1,095,000

$1,095,000

Cash Flow: $343,500

Auto Repair & Body Shop

Alameda County, CA

Money-Making Auto Repair & Body Shop – Turnkey Opportunity This is a lucrative business opportunity with significant growth potential for the right owner-operator. The facility is fully equipped with...

$260,000

$260,000

Kurt Ecclefield

Real Estate Places

Serving Riverside County, CA

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Auto repair shop

Downey, CA

* The total size is approximately 4,500 sf, and business hours are from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, closed on Sundays. Current rent is $10,506 per month, with annual increases tied to CPI but capped at 5%....

$149,000

$149,000

Cash Flow: $83,796

Exotic Car Rental Business! (Already Revenuing)

Claremont, CA

Established exotic car rental business operating in Claremont, CA since 2023, generating $120,000 in annual revenue with strong cash flow. This turnkey operation includes a premium fleet valued at...

$260,000

$260,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Long Standing Auto Repair Shop

$195,000 - Santa Clara County, CA

$195,000

Santa Clara County, CA

Vi Tran

First Choice Business Brokers-SF Bay

Auto Service & Tire Shop

Marin County, CA

$120,000 Net Profit Auto Service & Tire Shop This is an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or a semi-absentee owner to acquire a well-equipped and established auto repair and tire shop in the...

$150,000

$150,000

Dual-Shop Auto Facility + Real Estate in Prime Zoning Corridor

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Contra Costa County, CA

This rare Bay Area two-building property includes 8,000± SF across dual-auto facilities with fully operational body and mechanical shops. Situated on a 10,019 SF corner lot in a highly trafficked...

$2,800,000

$2,800,000

Cash Flow: $220,763

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Used Auto Car Lot

Alameda County, CA

$300,000 net profit Used Auto Car Lot This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established used car dealership located on a highly visible lot with excellent freeway exposure and a large,...

$250,000

$250,000

Auto Detail Shop in Express Car Wash. Excellent Location.

Norco, CA

12 years established Auto detail shop in Norco. Located in express Car Wash. Lots of Car dealerships around here. Excellent opportunity for who has experience in auto detailing....

$40,000

$40,000

Auto Repair Shop in Escondido, CA

Escondido, CA

Established turnkey auto repair shop in a prime location right next to freeway exit, with 2 operational lifts and a functional layout ideal for an owner-operator or mechanic looking to step into their...

$50,000

$50,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Long Establish High End Bodyshop South Bay LA County

Hawthorne, CA

Seeing is believing! With over $600,000 in Equipment and a dedicated and tenured shop labor force, Cerise Auto Body is a full-service auto body repair shop located in a clean well to do industrial...

$750,000

$750,000

**PRICE IMPROVEMENT**RARE Northern California Opportunity

Chico, CA

**PRICE IMPROVEMENT** Long Term Established in Chico California Automotive Repair and Smog Shop Are you ready for small town living? Well established shop in Butte County is turn-key ready today!...

$195,000

$195,000

Buy or Sell an Auto Repair Business in California

Auto repair, automotive maintenance, and auto body shops are always in demand. Even as automotive technology advances, cars will always need repair, service, and maintenance.

If you are looking to buy or sell an auto repair or service shop business in California, it is important to have some context on pricing, valuation, and financial performance of these businesses. Below we have aggregated listing data from California, surfaced key financial metrics, and derived valuation multiples.

For in-depth valuation data, see: 
Auto Repair & Service Business Valuation Benchmarks
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Market Overview

Number of Businesses Analyzed  

188

Median Asking Price  

$350,000

Median Reported Revenue  

$660,000

Median Reported Earnings  

$180,000

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.


California Auto Repair and Service Business Valuation Multiples

Range

Revenue

Earnings (SDE)

Lower Quartile

0.38

1.56

Median

0.56

2.20

Upper Quartile

0.83

2.78

Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price.


FAQs

How much does it cost to buy an auto repair and service shop in California?

Prices vary depending on shop size and financial performance, but the median asking price for an automotive repair and service business in California is approximately $350,000.

How much do auto repair shop owners earn?

On average, auto repair business owners in California report median annual sales of $660,000 and annual owner earnings of $180,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.

How do I value an auto repair and service business?

Valuing an auto repair business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, shop size, and services provided. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Auto repair and service business revenue multiples in California typically range from 0.38 to 0.83, with the median at 0.56. Earnings multiples range from 1.56 to 2.78, with the median at 2.20. These values suggest a typical auto repair business in California will sell for around 0.56 times its annual revenue, and 2.20 times its annual owner’s earnings.


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