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Automotive and Boat Businesses For Sale in California

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Established Auto Garage in High-Traffic Area – Priced to Move!

Riverside County, CA

Transworld Business Advisors of Coachella Valley Dre: 02120938 Established auto repair with outstanding reputation. This Riverside, CA business has been family owned for many years and the seller is...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $138,801

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Gas Station w/ Real Property

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Sacramento County, CA

Gas Station w/ Real Property Net Profit Over $600,000 Annually For sale: a highly profitable gas station with an accompanying convenience store. This business generates an impressive income, with...

$5,500,000

$5,500,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

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Gas Station, C-store, Carwash & Real Property

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Sacramento County, CA

Over $500,000 Net Income Gas Station, C-store & Carwash W/ Real Property This fantastic location is located at a very busy intersection in the heart of Sacramento County. The owner claims he does over...

$4,700,000

$4,700,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

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Full-Service Car Wash $290,000, Property Available for $990,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Bernardino, CA

• BUSINESS ONLY $290,000, Property Available for $990,000 • Established Reputation: San Bernardino is recognized as the first full-service car wash to offer 100% hand wash services since 1989,...

$290,000

$290,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

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...

$139,888

$139,888

Area's Only Scuba Shop & Training Center w/ Property

Modesto, CA

****Retirement Sale**** Aquatic Dreams in Modesto is a local scuba diving shop and training center. Indoor climate controlled and heated pool for year-round use. Approximately $450K in inventory...

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $108,000

Roll-Off Dumpster Service Rentals

Monterey County, CA

Perfect for sole proprietor/owner operator, and/or an add-on for an existing business complimentary to this one! Year-round business with minimal seasonal changes. Run your own schedule. This is a...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $116,961

Premier Los Angeles Event Rental Company — 30+ Year Legacy

Los Angeles County, CA

Asset-backed acquisition. Asking price secured by ~$2.93M of professionally maintained event inventory, supported by 32 years of trade goodwill, a tenured GM, and a loyal multigenerational clientele....

$2,400,000

$2,400,000

Cash Flow: $395,787

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

Mobil Gas Station with Circle K C-Store. Hard Corner.

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a must see, newly remodeled Mobil gas station with Circle K convenience store and ABC liquor license, located on a hard corner of a major intersection on the border of Orange County and LA...

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$3,695,000

$3,695,000

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

Auto Repair Shop for Sale - Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz, 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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$492,000

$492,000

Pre-Owned Car Dealership with High Profits!

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...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $365,000

Big Bear Auto Repair

$350,000 - Big Bear Lake, CA

$350,000

Big Bear Lake, CA

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

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...

$49,888

$49,888

Cash Flow: $68,000

Mike Nova

Santa Rosa Business & Commercial

Serving Sonoma County, CA

Santa Rosa Business and Commercial has agents and brokers that have leased and sold businesses and commercial property in the North Bay for over 30 years. There is no other firm in the North Bay that has the equivalent depth of experience and local knowledge of the surrounding business community

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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

B2B Wholesale Distribution Business - Concord, CA

Concord, CA

Proven business model in the distribution segment. Distinct competitive advantage by offering customers better availability, higher quality product at a competitive price. Proprietary software system...

$250,000

$250,000

B2B Wholesale Distribution Business- Oakland, CA

Oakland, CA

Proven business model already established, needs the right business owner with sales and marketing background to take this company to the next level. This business has very low market share, so upside...

$649,000

$649,000

Los Angeles, CA - Strong Margin Automotive Repair Franchise

Huntington Park, 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...

$1,784,699

$1,784,699

EBITDA: $745,900

Turnkey OC Mobile Detailing – 2 Fitted Vans, App, Domain & Reviews
Asset Sale

Lake Forest, CA

Ridey is a turnkey mobile car wash and detailing brand built in Orange County, California, with the vision of becoming a larger mobile car care platform. The business was developed as a premium...

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$129,000

$129,000

Profitable Harley-Davidson dealership in California
Asset Sale

California

Harley-Davidson dealership in northern California with a great territory. High performance dealership with operating processes and systems in place. Gaining market share in its dealer assigned...

$3,468,000

$3,468,000

Auto Repair/Body and Performance Shop For Sale - Asset or Complete
Asset Sale

Santa Clarita, CA

Automotive repair and performance shop for sale / Will sell Assets OR complete business and LLC transfer, we are OPEN to both. Automotive Retail Dealer license included and transferable We work with...

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$30,000

$30,000

Established Since 1962 | High-Volume Auto Body Shop | 6,800+ SF | Real
Asset Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Established in 1962, this well-known auto body, paint, and collision repair shop presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator seeking additional production capacity at a reasonable entry...

$350,000

$350,000

Turn Key Full Service Car Wash for Sale

$13,500,000 - California

$13,500,000

California

Anza Napa Buildings
Real Estate Only

Anza, CA

For sale in the town Anza, California, this impressive property offers 6,156 square feet of space situated on a generous 0.91-acre lot. Featuring two large buildings totaling approximately 6,156...

$875,000

$875,000

CAR WASH - OIL CHANGE - SMOG SHOP - Auto Detail - Upstairs Office
Lease Only

La Puente, CA

FOR LEASE - 5 Years with option to purchase CAR WASH – OIL CHANGE – SMOG SHOP – WINDOW TINT – UPSTAIRS OFFICE • Lease Term 5 years, 6 months deposit • Monthly rent $15,000 NNN • Option to purchase...

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Auto Repair & Smog Shop for Sale
Lease Only

Colma, CA

THE SHOP WILL BE OPEN FOR VIEWING MONDAY THROUGH SUNDAY FROM 11:30AM-5:30PM. Please call to schedule a meeting and receive the location details. 415 637-8474 Perfect location to start a new Mechanic...

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San Diego Express & Self-Serve Car Wash
Real Estate Only

El Cajon, CA

Exclusively Listed by The Gas Broker®. Please contact Broker before visiting the Property. Rare opportunity to acquire an operational owner-user car wash property strategically positioned along E....

$2,950,000

$2,950,000

Profitable Tire Shop in HIGH Traffic Area. Real Estate Included.
Real Estate Only

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

$949,000

Prime Highway Location Two Properties/Tenant income/Auto Dealership
Real Estate Only

Merced County, CA

Highway 152 Two-Parcel Investment-Tenant occupied income on 3.83 acres in Merced County * Currently a Car dealership for used cars plus Tenants * Two parcels totaling 3.83 acres * Three Structures...

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$4,250,000

$4,250,000

Valero Gas Station & Circle K C-Store with Real Estate
Real Estate Only

Blythe, CA

Progressive Real Estate Partners is pleased to offer for sale a Valero Gas Station and Circle-K C-Store in the City of Blythe. This site benefits from its position as one of the few essential fueling...

$6,450,000

$6,450,000

Inter Mountain Auto Body Works Inc.
Real Estate Only

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

$235,000

Run your own towing company! Plug & Play is ready to operate today
Start Up

TURNKEY TOWING COMPANY OPPORTUNITY - READY TO OPERATE This fully established California towing company presents an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneur seeking immediate entry into the...

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Electric Motorcycle Rentals & Sales Business (start up)
Start Up

The purchase would include approximately 15 new 2022-2024 electric motorcycles, spare parts, dealership rights, and domain name for Adventure Motorcycle Rentals....

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Turnkey Automotive Accessory Business

$900,000 - Los Angeles, CA

$900,000

Los Angeles, CA

Tire & Auto Repair + Star Smog Station + Real Estate | Asking $2.62M

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

South Gate, CA

Tire & Auto Repair + Star Smog Station + Real Estate ? Asking $2.62M Absentee-Run • 5-Day Operation • Free Standing + Corner Location • Asking $2.62M for Bus and RE 1. BUSINESS OVERVIEW Established...

$2,600,000

$2,600,000

Cash Flow: $223,482

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established Auto Repair Shop | $336K Cash Flow | 8 Service Bays

Arcadia, CA

Founded in 1997, this well-established automotive repair business has become a trusted service provider in the San Gabriel Valley. The company has built an excellent reputation for quality...

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

Cash Flow: $336,000

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

***For Sale: Thriving Auto Repair Shops!***

Riverside, CA

Established Auto Repair & Service Shop - Riverside, CA This turnkey auto repair center presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced automotive professional or investor seeking immediate entry...

$75,000

$75,000

Fully Equipped 6-Bay Automotive Service Facility

Marin County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, turn-key, and completely equipped automotive repair facility specializing in high-margin European and Japanese vehicles. Located in one of the...

$250,000

$250,000

Automotive Repair Shop

Fremont, CA

Opportunity to acquire a well-established, community-rooted auto repair business with over 40 years of trusted service. Founded in the early 1980s, this business has built a loyal customer base and a...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

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...

$795,000

$795,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Gas Station & Convenience Store Opportunity

Tulare County, CA

High-Volume Convenience Store & Branded Fuel Station with Krispy Krunchy Chicken Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established convenience store and fuel station featuring a popular Krispy...

$2,000,000

$2,000,000

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Established Gas Station Business Only

Tulare County, CA

Established branded gas station and convenience store available for acquisition. The business operates from a well-maintained 2,600 SF store situated on a large site of over one acre and serves a...

$2,100,000

$2,100,000

Gas Station Business with Liquor License – Owner-Operator Opportunity

Tulare County, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established gas station and convenience store operation featuring strong fuel volume, multiple revenue streams, and significant upside potential. The business...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

15 Minute Oil Change With Pits and automotive shop and detailing shop

$775,000 - Corona, CA

$775,000

Corona, CA

Car Wash Business and Real Property

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Compton, CA

Established express car wash facility located on a high-traffic corridor in Compton, California. The business features a modern 2,488 square foot car wash facility situated on approximately 17,679...

$6,000,000

$6,000,000

Cash Flow: $254,141

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Muffler Shop

Westminster, CA

Muffler Shop in Westminster California Equipment and Customers included...

$50,000

$50,000

True Master Auto Body

Chatsworth, CA

Exceptional opportunity to acquire True Master Auto Body, a well-established auto body and collision repair business located in a prime Chatsworth location. This turnkey business offers a strong...

$60,000

$60,000

Turnkey Luxury Vinyl Wraps Tint, Ceramic Coating, Customization

Pasadena, CA

A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, fully operational high-end automotive PPF, Tint, Ceramic Coating, Customization business located in an ideal, high-demand area for this industry. This...

$1,850,000

$1,850,000

Cash Flow: $480,000

Auto Repairer in South OC with 30+ years in operation, Fully Equipped

Mission Viejo, CA

This is a great opportunity to acquire a 3150sq ft. approximate automotive repair facility with 3 ground loading door multi bay and lift facility with more than 30 years of operating history in the...

$89,000

$89,000

Cash Flow: $34,102

Car Rental (fleet), Sales and Repair

Gardena, CA

Established and highly profitable Southern California automotive business specializing primarily in vehicle rentals, with additional revenue streams from automotive repair and vehicle sales. The...

$2,300,000

$2,300,000

Cash Flow: $557,273

Turnkey Auto Body Paint Supply Business

San Mateo County, CA

Automotive paint supply business for sale in San Mateo County. This profitable, turnkey operation specializes in automotive paint products, supplies, and expert color-matching services. The business...

$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $223,901

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 Analyzed211
Asking Price$495,000
Reported Revenue$800,000
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$200,000
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$250,000$495,000$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$434,481$117,509
Median$800,000$200,000
Upper Quartile$1,216,692$300,000

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 Quartile0.441.65
Median0.702.63
Upper Quartile1.193.76

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 $495,000, though prices range from under $250,000 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 $800,000 and owners earn a median of $200,000, 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 1.19, with a median of 0.70. Earning multiples range from 1.65 to 3.76, with the median at 2.63. This means the typical Automotive and Boat Business in California may ask for around 0.70 times its annual revenue, and 2.63 times its annual owner earnings.

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