Los Angeles County, CA
In 2008, when e-commerce was still finding its footing, a visionary entrepreneur saw an opportunity in the protective products market. What started as a simple idea to serve customers needing quality...
Cash Flow: $272,000
Automotive and Boat Businesses in CA For Sale
Market Info
18-Year E-Commerce Brand | $272k SDE | $370k Inventory Included
For Sale | Bubble Zone Car Wash
Visalia, CA
For access to the Data Room, please sign the following NDA • Rare opportunity to purchase a turnkey operating express car wash built in 2022 priced well below replacement cost • Built for...
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For Sale | Ultra Express Car Wash
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside, CA
For access to the Data Room, please sign the following NDA: https://bit.ly/ultra-express 1. Extremely rare opportunity to purchase a fully outfitted, operating express carwash, complete with all...
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Automotive Shop - 37+ Years of General Mechanic, Brake & Alignment
San Joaquin County, CA
Well-established general automotive service shop in San Joaquin County with a standout specialty, including consistent referral work from local collision/body shops that depend on accurate, reliable...
Cash Flow: $171,812
25-Year LA Auto Repair Shop Honda/Toyota– Strong Cash Flow – 3 Lifts
Walnut, CA
For over two decades, this Honda and Toyota specialist has been the trusted automotive partner for countless families across Los Angeles County. Founded in 2000 with a simple yet powerful vision - to...
Cash Flow: $150,000
South Bay Diesels – Premier 5-Star Diesel Operation
Gardena, CA
South Bay Diesels is an established, full-service diesel repair and maintenance business specializing in diesel vehicles and two- and three-axle trucks. Founded by a respected local operator with deep...
Cash Flow: $200,000
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Prime Corner Gas Station – High Traffic Area
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Barstow, CA
Prime Corner Gas Station & Convenience Store - High-Traffic Barstow Location This established ARCO gas station and convenience store, operating since 1999, represents an exceptional opportunity in...
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Profitable Car Rental Business – Serving Uber & Lyft Drivers – $516K R
Santa Monica, CA
This established rideshare car rental business provides vehicles to Uber and Lyft drivers on a short-term, flexible basis. With 110 vehicles in the fleet, the company has developed a strong recurring...
Cash Flow: $74,000
SBA Approved: Absentee Owned, Profitable Truck & Van Upfitting
San Bernardino County, CA
Well-established and highly profitable truck equipment business for sale serving contractors, fleets, municipalities, truck dealers, and commercial customers. This company has been in business for...
Cash Flow: $1,136,000
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Big Bear Auto Repair
Big Bear Lake, CA
Big Bear Auto Repair - Established NAPA Certified Auto Center This well-established automotive repair business has served Big Bear Lake, California for 39 years, making it the oldest and most...
Cash Flow: $125,000
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Black Optix Tint
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Black Optix Tint is a premium window tint and auto styling franchise built for owners who want a polished, modern operation backed by United Franchise Group. We focus on auto tint, paint protection film (PPF), ceramic coatings, and residential/commercial tint, delivering clean installs, an upscale showroom experience, and five-star customer care.
Prime Location Tire Shop
Gardena, CA
PRIME LOCATION TIRE SHOP - ESTABLISHED 1996 This well-established tire shop presents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced operator to acquire a profitable automotive business with nearly...
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Established New Car Dealership with HUGE Growth & Margin Upside!!
Long Beach, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire an established Volkswagen dealership with 48 years of continuous operation in Southern California's premier Long Beach automotive market. This franchise presents...
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4-Location Auto Paint & Collision Platform
Orange County, CA
Established collision and paint business with a steady, recession-resistant revenue model and a well-known brand behind it. The work is a healthy mix of retail, trade, and fleet, which keeps the book...
Cash Flow: $552,000
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6 Bay Shop With 26 Year Clientele / Auto Repair Experience Required
Fallbrook, CA
Established Auto Repair & Service Shop - 26 Years of Excellence in Fallbrook, CA This thriving 6-bay automotive service facility represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established...
Cash Flow: $316,800
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e-commerce bus for sale Truck modifications - Lift kit, Wheel spacers
Azusa, CA
Business Description: The Opportunity This is a rare chance to acquire a deeply established, asset-heavy e-commerce business specializing in the high-demand truck suspension and modification market....
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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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Muffler-Catalytic Converter-Exhaust Auto Repair Shop-30 Year Location
Rocklin, CA
Exceptional opportunity and value, listed at $200,000.00, for immediate profit and success: The preliminary information disclosed below warrants serious buyers by appointment only. This is an all cash...
Cash Flow: $259,000
One-of-a-Kind Lifestyle Charter Business: Established, Untapped Growth
Newport Beach, CA
-Turnkey operation with Custom Fleet, Booking System, equipment, licenses, secured dock lease, and certifications current. Built to be a remote manager. -Proprietary charter fleet unavailable through...
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International Classic Car Company
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles Collector Car Platform for Acquisition Established 2000 | Formula One Heritage | ~$4M Annual Revenue An opportunity to acquire a highly regarded Los Angeles-based collector car business...
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Relocatable Automotive eCommerce & Auto Parts Brand. I $1.5M Revenue
Los Angeles County, CA
# Automotive eCommerce Platform & Fuel Injector Brand ## $1.5M Revenue | $400K+ Annual Owner Earnings | ~2 Hours/Week Owner Involvement Established and highly scalable automotive eCommerce platform...
Cash Flow: $380,270
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Car rental + dealership + collision center by the LAX
Inglewood, CA
TECHIIA MOTORSPORTS - INTEGRATED AUTOMOTIVE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Established in 2019, this thriving multi-faceted automotive enterprise combines three complementary revenue streams: car rental, used...
Byrider Franchise
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Join a leading BHPH dealership franchise helping customers rebuild credit while owners scale a repeatable, cash-flow focused business.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $7,031,288
Turn Key Full Service Car Wash for Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
Established multi-site car wash platform operating two full-service locations in California, strategically positioned along high-traffic commercial corridors. The business utilizes a conveyor-based...
Cash Flow: $930,000
Car Dealership Business for sale - CARS INCLUDED
Murrieta, CA
14 cars are owned by the dealership. All the cars that are available at the time of the sale will transfer to the new owner as part of the deal for free. The number of cars may change as I'm currently...
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Cash Flow: $250,000
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...
Cash Flow: $223,482
Established Auto Broker Business
San Diego County, CA
Business Description Established automotive brokerage and vehicle leasing business available for acquisition. The company specializes in arranging new and Certified Pre-Owned vehicle purchases and...
Cash Flow: $100,000
Auto Repair & Collision | $2M Revenue | 100+ Vehicle Capacity
Los Angeles, CA
Built and expanded into a $2 million revenue operation, this automotive repair and collision business combines substantial infrastructure, established marketing and customer acquisition systems, and...
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Cash Flow: $300,000
Beach City Auto Repair South Orange County $192k SDE Must be Mechanic
Orange County, CA
The Company is a well-established automotive repair facility located in South Orange County in a beach area and has operated in the same location for more than 21 years. Over that time, the business...
Cash Flow: $192,881
35+ yr Profitable Auto Repair Shop in OC 1.6M+ Gross
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Orange County, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-established, full-service automotive repair and maintenance business with excellent reviews in highly desirable Orange County. Operating successfully for over...
Cash Flow: $419,807
Turn-key and Historical Automotive Service / Parts Center in LA County
Los Angeles County, CA
Presenting a rare opportunity: A well-established, full-service automotive center in Los Angeles County, a trusted hub for local customers for decades. This business stands out as a turnkey auto...
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Branded Gas Station, C-Store & Car Wash
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Butte County, CA
Exclusively Listed and Presented By: The Gas Broker® Offered for sale is a 100% absentee-operated Chevron gas station, convenience store with Type-20 Beer & Wine License, and upgraded car wash. The...
76 Gas Station with Land + Car Wash + $9,000 Rental Income
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Stockton, CA
PRICE DROPPED.....PRICE DROPPED.....PRICE DROPPED...... 76 Gas Station with Land + Car Wash + $9,000 Rental Income + Fuel Contract Expire Excellent Location with $9,000 Rental Income + Car Wash + 1.19...
Christian Brothers Automotive
Franchise
Available Nationwide
A trusted name in the auto repair industry for over 40 years, Christian Brothers Automotive is a Christian business that provides each guest the "love your neighbor" experience. Currently, there are more than 265 locations successfully operating across 30 states, with a growth plan to reach 350 strategically placed locations by end of 2025.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,865,872
Express Car Wash Newly Built In 2024 + Property
Montebello, CA
A New-Generation Express Car Wash with Real Estate • Newly Built in 2024: Ride Thru Express Car Wash offers modern infrastructure, a state-of-the-art express tunnel, and valuable real estate •...
76 Gas, CK, Express Car Wash Built in 2023 + Rental Space 6,164 SF
San Bernardino, CA
76 Gas Station, Circle K, Express Car Wash built in 2023, Retail Center + Property Investment Highlights · Modern design, multi-profit center investment opportunity newly built in late 2023 · Multiple...
EBITDA: $1,381,500
Unbranded Gas Station - Rent -$8,900 incl NNN + Long Lease
Ontario, CA
Price Dropped...Low Rent - $8,900 incl nnn, Net Profit - $40,000 @ month Unbranded Gas Station - Rent -$8,900 incl NNN + Long Lease + Room to Grow Unbranded Gas Station - Lease - 15 Years + Low Rent...
EBITDA: $540,000
Established Riverside Collision Repair Facility & Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside, CA
Established Riverside Collision Repair Facility & Real Estate Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational collision repair facility with real estate in the rapidly growing Riverside/Inland Empire...
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Cash Flow: $97,000
CAR WASH - Densley Populated Area, near Major Intersection
Rowland Heights, CA
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS Rare opportunity to acquire an established Full-Service Car Wash operation in the heart of Rowland Heights • Full-Service Car Wash, Well established Reputation, Exceptional Lease...
Pirtek USA
Franchise
Available in California
PIRTEK is a trusted B2B and mobile hydraulic hose repair franchise with clients across several essential industries.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,090,570
Car Wash - Seller Financing
Montclair, CA
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS • True 100% Hand Car Wash - Automated wash tunnel with 100% Hand Car Wash • SELLER FINANCING available with $280,000 down payment - 36 YEARS LEASE • High-visibility location with...
Express Car Wash - Real Estate - Rental Income
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Ontario, CA
EXPRESS CAR WASH + REAL ESTATE – DUAL FLEX CAR WASH MODEL + RENTAL INCOME • This Flex Car Wash combines both Express Car Wash and Full-Service Car Wash operations • Attracts both speed-focused and...
Established self serve car wash with Commercial Building.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Portola, CA
Imagine owning the only self-serve car wash in Portola, California – you'll have a true monopoly in this charming Plumas County community! This isn't just a car wash; you're getting a complete...
Cash Flow: $30,000
Established Automotive Engine Rebuilding & Machine Shop Business
Pomona, CA
ESTABLISHED AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE REBUILDING & MACHINE SHOP - POMONA, CA This well-established automotive engine rebuilding and machine shop presents an exceptional opportunity in the heart of Southern...
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High Volume Smog Check business since 2005
Gilroy, CA
Established Smog Check Station - Gilroy, CA This profitable smog check business has been serving the Gilroy community since 2005, generating consistent revenue through high-volume operations. Located...
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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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SBA Pre-Approved Semi-Absentee Car Wash and Real Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Compton, CA
This established express car wash is located along a high-traffic corridor in Compton, California. Built in 2019, the property features an approximately 2,488-square-foot car wash facility situated on...
State of the art express exterior Carwash
Yreka, CA
Only Carwash in siskiyou county California, ca. in the Walmart regional shopping center. Yreka is the county seat. Population 45000 Business well established with great growth potential...
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20-Car Turo Fleet in Super-Hot Fremont Market
Fremont, CA
Business price: $249K Plus Fleet value: ~$450K Total deal: ~$700K Turo Car Rental Business for Sale – Established, Profitable, Turn-Key This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational Turo...
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Cash Flow: $80,000
ARCO AMPM - High Volume Near State Highway with Real Estate Included
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno, CA
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY High-performing ARCO AMPM gas station and convenience store operation with real estate included, strategically positioned on a major north-south commercial corridor in Fresno,...
$440K Net | High-Volume Gas Station & Large C-Store | ARCO/AMPM
Solano County, CA
$440,000 NET PROFIT HIGH-VOLUME GAS STATION & LARGE C-STORE Major ARCO/ampm Upgrade Opportunity Exceptional opportunity for an experienced gas station and convenience-store operator. This established...
Mac Tools
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Starting your own business. The American dream. The opportunities are endless. And with Mac Tools – you’ll have a built-in support network to help make your dream a reality. With a Mac Tools franchise, we provide everything you need to get on the right path.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $520,010
High-Volume Remodeled Truck Stop w/ 3 Restaurants & C-Store
Tulare County, CA
Truck Stop W/ 3 Restaurants & C-store Newly remodeled Truck Stop on Highway 99—Prime Investment Opportunity Located on a central corridor along Highway 99, this newly remodeled truck stop offers an...
Auto Body Shop Business for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Business price reduced! Seller motivated! Imagine walking into your own thriving auto body shop every morning, knowing you're running a business that's already proven successful with over $600,000 in...
Cash Flow: $160,000
Smog & Mechanic shop, Heart of Contra Costa $130,000net owner-operator
Contra Costa County, CA
This is a great location with a lot of opportunity for the skill owner who wants to take the business to the next level. The place has a large lot and a large office space, which can be converted into...
Car Wash + Property 1.28 acres, Oil Change, Smog-Tint Shops
Apple Valley, CA
Car Wash + Property 1.28 acres, Oil Change, Smog Shop, Tint Shop, Upstairs Office SELLER MUST SELL DUE TO HEALTH REASONS. PRESENT ALL OFFERS The real property was appraised at $2 million in 2024. The...
EBITDA: $212,300
Rare OC Opportunity - Established Body & Paint Shop
Costa Mesa, CA
Imagine stepping into a thriving auto body shop that's been the go-to destination for Costa Mesa drivers for over two decades. You'll find yourself owning a fully equipped paint and body operation...
Cash Flow: $88,261
AAMCO Transmissions
Franchise
Available in California
With nearly 600 centers across North America, AAMCO is actively seeking single and multi-unit franchise owners. AAMCO is known for providing higher quality of service and seeking those who share that commitment. Take advantage of a world-wide brand built on decades of consumer trust and loyalty. The day you open your doors, the community already knows your reputation for reliable, expert automotive care. As the noted leader in transmission repair, you are positioned for success within the lucrative and complex vehicle services industry.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $992,822
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 Analyzed | 197 |
| 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 Quartile | Median | Upper 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.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’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.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.44 | 1.53 |
| Median | 0.66 | 2.41 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.07 | 3.38 |
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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