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Automotive and Boat Businesses For Sale in California

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Rare Opportunity: Profitable Smog Shop Owned Since 2008

Los Angeles, CA

Established and profitable STAR-Certified Smog Inspection Station in the heart of Canoga Park. Operating under the same ownership since 2008, Smog City has built a strong reputation for honest...

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$155,000

$155,000

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Premier Collision Repair Center for Sale

Los Angeles, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire one of Los Angeles’ most respected and established collision repair facilities. World Auto Body & Paint has built an outstanding reputation over the past 14...

$585,999

$585,999

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Turnkey Mobile Detailing Business — 170+ Reviews, Ready to Run

Fontana, CA

Turnkey mobile detailing business for sale in Fontana / Inland Empire. This is a complete, running operation — not just a van. Step in and run it yourself from day one. THE BUSINESS: 4.9 rating, 170+...

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$110,000

$110,000

Cash Flow: $55,000

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Protected Market Position: Established Profitable Business for SALE

San Diego County, CA

Legal Disclosure: "THIS IS A SALE OF AN OPERATING BUSINESS, NOT AN INVESTMENT IN SECURITIES. THIS IS A STOCK TRANSFER SALE THAT WILL BE COMPLETED BY A LICENSED STOCK TRANSFER AGENT. MARKETING BROKER...

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$2,450,000

$2,450,000

Well established truck and auto collision repair business for sale!

Los Angeles County, CA

This well-established truck and auto collision business has built an outstanding reputation and tremendous goodwill over the past 54 years. Known for quality workmanship and reliability, the company...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $267,000

Construction And Landscape Equipment Rentals

Lake Elsinore, CA

Established Business Serving The Construction Industry For Over 45 Years! We Rent Everything From A Wrench To A Tractor! Open 6 Days A Week....

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$749,999

$749,999

EBITDA: $110,000

Profitable Truck Accessory Business NorCal - SC2244

California

Profitable Truck Accessory Business NorCal - SC2244 Financial Information Asking Price: $495,000 Cash Flow: $175,000 Gross Revenue: $1,250,000 Down Payment: $495,000 Adjusted EBITDA: On request This...

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$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

4 Bay Car Wash & Laundromat Plus Store Front Own The Land & Business

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Gustine, CA

Car Wash & Laundromat Businesses Have Been Running Since 1974 At 726 South Ave. Plus A Store Front For Your Choice To Lease 3 Businesses & Own The Land. Or Run All 3. Zoned C-2 Ideal Year Round...

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$820,000

$820,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Jose, CA- Automotive Repair Business for Sale

Santa Clara County, 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...

$600,000

$600,000

EBITDA: $225,000

Premier California Delta Full Service Marine Yard

Rio Vista, CA

Sierra West Boat Works represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of Northern California's premier full-service marine facilities, strategically located on the scenic Sacramento Delta. For decades,...

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$399,000

$399,000

Exotic & Classic Car Dealership - La Jolla, California

San Diego, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a legendary player in the global collector automotive scene: Sports Car Company, Inc. Located in the heart of La Jolla Village, this family-owned exotic and...

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$595,000

$595,000

Ultra Luxury Exotic Car Dealership

Los Angeles County, CA

*Business Highlights* Strong brand presence in the high-end luxury and exotic vehicle market Established reputation for excellence, discretion, and premium client service Proven, consistent...

$6,500,000

$6,500,000

Fully Equipped Auto Biz + Property -Seamless Transition to Ownership

Orange County, CA

Established in 1985, this automotive repair shop has been a fixture in the community for over 40 years. The business has a very loyal customer base, steady repeat business, and a reputation of 4.8...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $150,462

25-Year LA Auto Repair Shop Honda/Toyota– Strong Cash Flow – 3 Lifts

$258,000 - Walnut, CA

$258,000

Walnut, CA

Zaihua (Daniel) Hu

CURB

Profitable Luxury Wrap, PPF and Tint shop in Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

Carpo Wraps is a turnkey automotive customization business in Los Angeles specializing in vinyl wraps, PPF, nano ceramic tint, and ceramic coatings. The sale includes a fully equipped facility, tools,...

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$120,000

$120,000

Gas Food and More

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Chico, CA

Imagine owning your own thriving convenience store and gas station in the heart of Chico, California. Gas & Food represents everything you've been looking for in a turnkey business opportunity. You'll...

$4,595,000

$4,595,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Darwin Nguyen

HPT Realty

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Experienced and results-driven real estate professional with over two decades of expertise in residential and commercial real estate. Known for roviding exceptional client service, expert market analysis, and seamles ansaction management. Dedicated to helping buyers, sellers, al investors achieve their real estate goals with integrity and professionalism. LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS • Licensed Realtor in California

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5 Star Automotive Wheel Repair Company Established in 2002

Riverside County, CA

Located in Southwest Riverside County offering an exceptional opportunity and value to to own a business that's locked in and has an outstanding reputation in the community. Established in 2002, we’ve...

$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

Well-located auto body shop with ~1800 sq ft of workspace

Los Angeles, CA

Established auto body shop available for sale in a high-traffic industrial/commercial area near Sherman Way in North Hollywood. The shop offers approximately 1800 sq ft of functional workspace with...

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$59,000

$59,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Auto Body Shop for Sale in Oxnard – Turnkey, Fully Equipped!

Oxnard, CA

Business Description Long-standing, reputable auto body repair shop for sale in Oxnard, ideal for an owner-operator or an automotive business looking to expand. This shop is known for quality...

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Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $800,000

Woman-Owned Auto Body & Repair Shop

Los Angeles, CA

We are a trusted, independent auto body and repair shop committed to delivering top-quality workmanship on every vehicle. We specialize in precision collision repair, paint work, and mechanical...

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$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $130,000

TURN KEY - Rare Norcal Shop Opportunity

Chico, CA

Long Term Established in Chico California Automotive Repair and Smog Shop Are you ready for small town living? Being your own Boss? Or just an additional location to serve Butte County? Well...

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$145,000

$145,000

Established Vehicle Upfitting & Truck Accessories Business – Ventura

Ventura County, CA

Established Vehicle Upfitting & Truck Accessories Business – Ventura Area Well-established vehicle upfitting and truck accessories business serving retail customers, commercial and fleet operators,...

$355,000

$355,000

Tow Business For Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Tow company for sale which includes one flatbed truck and one wrecker....

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$149,955

$149,955

Own your own business- Central Coast California

San Luis Obispo County, CA

Established Mobile Auto Interior Repair Business - Central Coast California This profitable mobile auto interior repair business has been serving the area since 2016, specializing in leather, vinyl,...

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$35,000

$35,000

Cash Flow: $40,000

South Bay Diesels – Premier 5-Star Diesel Operation

$400,000 - Gardena, CA

$400,000

Gardena, CA

Licensed Auto Wholesale Dealership multi Years in Business w/ LLC Cali

Contra Costa County, CA

Established licensed auto wholesale dealership operating in Contra Costa County, California with excellent DMV standing and multiple years of continuous operation. This home-based business opportunity...

$25,000

$25,000

Auto Repair, Smog & Exhaust System And Used Car Sale

Sacramento, CA

Good Clean Turn Key Business...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $85,000

ARCO ampm with Real Estate Included!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Imperial County, CA

Exclusively Listed and Presented By: The Gas Broker ® Do Not Visit Site Until You Speak With Broker. Please No Speaking with Employees/Ownership & Do Not Loiter on Property. Offered for sale is an...

$5,800,000

$5,800,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Fleet Maintenance & Heavy Equipment Repair Company – Los Angeles Count

Los Angeles County, CA

Well-established fleet maintenance and repair company serving Los Angeles County for nearly 100 years. Founded in 1925 and operated by the current owner since 2011, this business has built a strong...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Award-Winning Auto Repair & STAR Smog Shop – 15+ Years – Inland Empire

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Award-Winning Auto Repair & STAR Smog Shop – 15+ Years – Inland Empire Well-established award-winning auto repair and STAR-certified smog inspection shop available in the Inland Empire. This highly...

$648,000

$648,000

Cash Flow: $287,336

Niche Northern California Equipment Sales, Service & Rental Business

California

This established Northern California business operates as a regional provider of specialty equipment across a fully integrated model that includes sales, rentals, and service. Over more than two...

$1,095,000

$1,095,000

Cash Flow: $310,699

Busy NAPA Parts Store for sale

Tahoe City, CA

A well established NAPA Auto Parts store in a building that has been an auto parts store for 50 years. Current owner for last 25 years. In a great location with no competition to speak of. Mostly...

$325,000

$325,000

Long Standing Motorcycle and Bicycle Service Shop.

Santa Cruz, CA

Long standing motorcycle and bicycle service shop. Consistent clientele with minimal competition located nearby....

$599,999

$599,999

Cash Flow: $174,785

ARCO Gas Station With AM/PM C-Store With Real Estate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Bernardino, CA

Progressive Real Estate Partners is pleased to present for sale an ARCO Gas Station and AM/PM convenience store located in the city of San Bernardino. The property features a ±2,700 SF convenience...

$8,290,000

$8,290,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Complete Auto Repair Business for Sale

San Diego County, CA

• Full Service Automotive Repair Business for Sale • In Business since 1985 • Great Reputation with 4.7 Stars on Yelp • 1 Employee in addition to the owner...

$129,000

$129,000

Cash Flow: $92,683

Prime Corner Gas Station – High Traffic Area

$6,499,999 - Barstow, CA

$6,499,999

Barstow, CA

Turnkey Collision Center, Service Center & Dealership

Madera, CA

Collision Center, Service & Dealership | Turnkey | One Stop Shop | High-Growth Madera Market Exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully operational, multi-revenue automotive facility combining a...

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$1,699,000

$1,699,000

Established STAR-Certified Smog Shop – Owner-Operator Opportunity

Riverside County, CA

Transworld Business Advisors of the Coachella Valley DRE#02120938 are proud to present this well-establisshed Smog Shop. Established STAR-certified test-only smog station serving the Coachella Valley...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $101,786

4-Unit Gas Station Portfolio w/ Real Estate , High Volum, $2.9M+ EBITA

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Diego, CA

This established fuel and convenience retail portfolio comprises four strategically positioned gas stations in Southern California, representing a premier investment opportunity in the petroleum...

$28,500,000

$28,500,000

Cash Flow: $2,405,212

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Turn Key RV Rental Business For Sale

San Diego, CA

This is an opportunity to acquire a fully operational, income-producing short-term RV rental business based in San Diego, CA. The business is built around a well-maintained 2021 Jayco Alante 27A Class...

$89,995

$89,995

RV Repair/Collision Facility

Placer County, CA

Established RV Repair Facility - 20 Years of Proven Success This well-established RV repair business presents an exceptional opportunity for an owner-operator or existing automotive business looking...

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$100,000

$100,000

CAR WASH + PROPERTY - San Bernardino

San Bernardino, CA

• FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH + PROPERY $1,280,000 • Established Reputation: San Bernardino is recognized as the first full-service car wash to offer 100% hand wash services since 1989, emphasizing a...

$1,280,000

$1,280,000

High Profit Pre-Owned Car Dealership

Stanislaus County, CA

Here is your chance to own a well established used car dealership in Stanislaus County. Located on a busy street/Main Highway, there is plenty of visibility, foot traffic as well as a significant...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $370,000

Auto Repair Franchise in location since 1985/Absentee/Priced to Sell

Riverside, CA

Auto repair franchise operating at this established location since 1985, with current ownership in place since 2016. This long-standing site benefits from strong visibility, consistent demand, and a...

$75,000

$75,000

ProMed Financial

ProMed Financial, Inc.

Serving Orange County, CA

Practice Financing and Transition Services since 1993. We are one of the longest, standing healthcare financing and practice transition services in the country.

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Turn-Key Auto Repair Business for Sale

San Diego County, CA

Specializing in Mercedes Benz, Sprinter and Motorcoach....

$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $117,509

CAR WASH With PROPERTY Major Street - Santa Rosa

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Santa Rosa, CA

Full-Service Car Wash with Real Estate – Santa Rosa The opportunity to acquire, a well-established full-service car wash located in the thriving city of Santa Rosa, the largest city in Sonoma County...

$6,690,000

$6,690,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Profitable Car Rental Business – Serving Uber & Lyft Drivers – $516K R

$950,000 - Santa Monica, CA

$950,000

Santa Monica, CA

Highly Scalable, Quick Service Automotive Franchise in Irvine, CA

Irvine, CA

Convenience-based automotive business quickly gaining market share. Streamlined operations and a data-driven approach yield high cash flow margins and strong repeat customer rates (70%). Clean,...

$10,150,000

$10,150,000

EBITDA: $3,500,000

Highway Gas Station, Diesel MPDs & Large Market w/ Liquor

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Inyo County, CA

Do Not Visit Site Until You Speak With Broker. Please No Speaking with Employees/Ownership & Do Not Loiter on Property. Exclusively Listed and Presented By: The Gas Broker™. This Mobil-branded gas...

$1,995,000

$1,995,000

EBITDA: $240,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Diego Auto Engine Machining & Building

San Diego County, CA

Turn-Key Engine Balancing & Automotive Service Center. 3,000 Sf Shop Leased Through 2/28/2027. One employee to remain after the sale. 2025 Sales: $403,436 and 2025 SDE: $103,318. Equipment worth...

$210,000

$210,000

Cash Flow: $103,318

Car Wash, Oil Change, Tint And Auto Detail Shop

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

La Puente, CA

Full-Service Car Wash with Multiple Profit Centers Prime Location | High Traffic | Strong Demographics Located on Hacienda Blvd near a major intersection, this full-service hand car wash benefits from...

$3,990,000

$3,990,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Car Wash + Real Estate + Rental Space

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Montclair, CA

100% HAND CAR WASH - Prime Holt Avenue Location – Montclair INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS • True 100% Hand Car Wash – No automated tunnel • High-Visibility Location on Holt Avenue • Strong Traffic Corridor...

$3,550,000

$3,550,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Express Car Wash With Real Estate Signalized Corner Lot

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Montclair, CA

EXPRESS CAR WASH WITH REAL ESTATE • PRIME SIGNALIZED CORNER LOCATION • Express Car Wash has been serving the community since 2019 • Originally built and operated as Tommy’s car wash • Currently...

$6,880,000

$6,880,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Seller says bring all offers for Am/pm Gas Station & Convenience Store

Butte County, CA

Offered for sale is a rare opportunity to acquire a premier ARCO am/pm gas station and convenience store. Operating with an active ABC-21 license, an area characterized by strong demographics, heavy...

$1,350,000

$1,350,000

Buy or Sell an Automotive and Boat Business in California
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 Analyzed197
Asking Price$450,000
Reported Revenue$830,259
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$195,000
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$239,000$450,000$1,200,000

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Automotive and Boat Businesses for sale in California.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$437,974$115,000
Median$830,259$195,000
Upper Quartile$1,331,498$305,350

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 in California.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.441.53
Median0.662.41
Upper Quartile1.073.38

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy an Automotive and Boat Business in California?

The median asking price for an established Automotive and Boat Business in California is $450,000, though prices range from under $239,000 to well over $1,200,000.

How much do Automotive and Boat Businesses owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of Automotive and Boat Businesses in California is $830,259 and owners earn a median of $195,000, 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 in California, revenue multiples range from 0.44 to 1.07, with a median of 0.66. Earning multiples range from 1.53 to 3.38, with the median at 2.41. This means the typical Automotive and Boat Business in California may ask for around 0.66 times its annual revenue, and 2.41 times its annual owner earnings.

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