Palm Desert, CA
Automotive and Boat Businesses in CA For Sale
Seller Financed Valet and Parking Management Business
Smog and repair shop
San Marcos, CA
Auto Parts Retail Shop With Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles, CA
SG 11716 California Stockton Branded Gas Station C Store
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Joaquin County, CA
Well established Auto Body & Paint Shop in El Dorado County
Placerville, CA
Major brand tool truck route in south Sacramento
Sacramento County, CA
Recognized as the Top Auto Glass Shop for 2025
Santa Clara County, CA
Recognized as the Top Auto Glass Shop for 2025
Santa Clara County, CA
Gas Station with real estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Belmont, CA
Established Car Dealership and Car Rental Business
Orange, CA
Arco ampm Business with Real Estate for sale in Fresno area.
Fresno, CA
High Volume & Cash flow Express Car Wash business, Rental Income
San Joaquin County, CA
Chevron Extra Mile Gas Station Business, Car Wash with Property
Sacramento County, CA
One-of-a-Kind Lifestyle Charter Business: Established, Untapped Growth
$650,000
Newport Beach, CA
High Volume & Profitable Branded Gas Station with property for sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sacramento County, CA
Turnkey Powersports Dealership with Major OEM lines.
Chico, CA
Randy Hendershot, CBB
Evolution Advisors
Serving Placer County, CA
Evolution provides a full range of professional services to anyone considering Buying or Selling a Business, including Valuation, Exit Strategies, Financing or anything else related to the sale or purchase of a business. Evolutions approach is unique and proven to work.
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Auto Repair In Panorama City!
Panorama City, CA
25-Year Auto Repair & STAR Smog Shop | SBA Pre-Qualified
Solano County, CA
Accurate Automotive & Smog Solutions in San Jose
San Jose, CA
60+ Year Auto Repair Business | Turnkey with Massive Upside
Los Angeles County, CA
Car Wash | Affluent Orange County Trade Area | 40,000+ VPD
Costa Mesa, CA
Silicon Valley Car Wash Asset | Business & RE | High-Visibility Area
Sunnyvale, CA
Turnkey Auto Repair & STAR Smog Shop – With Rare Used Car Sales Permit
Marin County, CA
High Volume Auto Repair - Orange County
Orange County, CA
International Classic Car Company
$1,425,000
Los Angeles, CA
Gas Station, C Store - Business & Real Estate for Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno County, CA
Turn key General automotive repair facility
Seaside, CA
Mobile Car Detailing
Los Angeles, CA
Auto Detail Shop in Express Car Wash. Excellent Location.
Norco, CA
Hand Car Wash Palmdale Ca
Palmdale, CA
Established Party Rental Business over 15 years Prime location
Culver City, CA
Smog Test Only
Los Angeles, CA
Newly Built High Volume Arco Gas Station with Property ( Freeway )
Monterey County, CA
Profitable Auto Repair Shop – Turnkey, Owner-Operated
El Dorado County, CA
Arco ampm Gas Station Business with Property for Sale near Fresno, CA
California
Relocatable Automotive eCommerce & Auto Parts Brand. I $1.5M Revenue
$1,400,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Turnkey Automotive Window Protection Business | Certified 3M Pro Shop
Orange, CA
Luxury Auto Detailing, Window Tint and PPF for Sale - Fully Turnkey
Los Angeles, CA
Chevron ExtraMile Gas Station & Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Bellflower, CA
Chevron Gas Station Business Only
Bellflower, CA
Mobil Gas Station + Car Wash + Real Property for Sale
Corona, CA
Niche Automotive-$185K 2 YR Avg. SDE-Seller Financing
San Diego, CA
76 Gas Station, Beyond Market & Car Wash Business Only
San Bernardino County, CA
Turnkey Collision & Auto Body Shop – Fully Equipped
Los Angeles, CA
Lara Trepanier
West Coast Commercial LLC
Serving Orange County, CA
For nearly forty years, West Coast Commercial Realty has offered market-leading real estate consulting, brokerage and transaction services designed to meet our client's goals, including investment value, location intelligence, tenant mix, property and market positioning, and landlord, agency and principal representation.
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Profitable Auto Tint, PPF & Detail Shop | Est. 1977 | 4.7 Stars
San Bernardino County, CA
Auto Repair and Smog Check in Garden Grove, Same Owner For 32 years,
Orange County, CA
Owner Op Dealership and Service Center with Alignment Rack and 5 Lifts
$95,000
Pittsburg, CA
32 years same owner Auto Repair and Smog Check
Orange County, CA
2024 Built Gas Station & Franchise Market Opportunity
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Redding, CA
Established Auto Repair Business in North County
San Diego, CA
Established Los Angeles Auto Body Shop, Strong Reputation, Price Drop
Los Angeles County, CA
Newly Remodeled Chevron Extra Mile -Prime Interstate 5 Travel Corridor
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Kern County, CA
Successful auto repair shop opportunity in San Pedro
San Pedro, CA
Car rental for sale
Santa Monica, CA
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 | 209 |
| Asking Price | $495,000 |
| Reported Revenue | $778,315 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| $225,000 | $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.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $427,000 | $117,509 |
| Median | $778,315 | $195,000 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,231,329 | $299,000 |
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.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.45 | 1.53 |
| Median | 0.68 | 2.52 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.09 | 3.59 |
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 $225,000 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 $778,315 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 0.45 to 1.09, with a median of 0.68. Earning multiples range from 1.53 to 3.59, with the median at 2.52. This means the typical Automotive and Boat Business in California may ask for around 0.68 times its annual revenue, and 2.52 times its annual owner earnings.
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