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
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Ripon, CA
Turnkey express tunnel car wash with real estate in a high-traffic Ripon, CA corridor. Built in 2024, the asset features a 110’ tunnel with premium MacNeil equipment and VacuTech vacuums, supporting...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tehama County, CA
Real Estate Included | Value-Add Full-Service Car Wash Opportunity Red Bluff Car Wash is an established car wash and detailing operation located on Main Street in Red Bluff, California — the primary...
Cash Flow: $306,837
Orange County, CA
Established full-service car wash business located in a prime Orange County location with excellent visibility, strong traffic exposure, and a dense surrounding residential community. This...
Walnut Creek, CA
Price negotiable for the right buyer. Happy to share financial info upon request! If you’re looking to step into a successful business with a strong foundation, loyal clientele, and built-in systems...
San Bernardino, CA
76 Gas Station, Circle K, Express Car Wash Built in 2023 + Retail Center Includes Property Investment Highlights · Modern design, multi-profit center investment opportunity newly built in late 2023 ·...
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...
Cash Flow: $101,786
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...
Cash Flow: $2,405,212
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...
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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TINT WORLD® Automotive Styling Centers™ is America’s largest and fastest growing automotive accessories and window tinting franchise, specializing in in window tinting, protective film, vehicle wraps, audio and electronics, security systems, car and truck accessories, wheels and tires, ceramic coating and detailing services, and Mobile Services™ for residential, commercial, and marine window tinting, decorative films, and protective coatings services.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Dixon, CA
4 Bay Self Serve Car Wash with detached Mark VII Choice Automatic. The business sits on 2 parcels with total of approx 1/2 acre. The drying bays have 5 vacuums and a Fragramatic Combo unit.The wash...
Modesto, CA
Turnkey, upgraded car wash located on a high-traffic corridor in Modesto, CA. The property features two in-bay automatics less than 5 years old, and three self-serve bays, offering multiple revenue...
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...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tulare County, CA
Great opportunity to purchase a very attractive, newly established, top of line, McNeil Built, Express Car Wash with Real Estate. Please note, that this Express Car Wash with Real Estate is McNeil...
Cash Flow: $385,835
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...
Michael Preston
First Choice Business Brokers Los Angeles
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
As a Franchisee/Broker at First Choice Business Brokers, I help Main Street to Lower-Middle-Market businesses with proven business models and cash flow find strategic exits. I have been active in starting, scaling, and exiting businesses for over 3 decades having successfully facilitated deals across various sectors, including technology, transportation, manufacturing, retail, and franchise sales.
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...
Ontario, CA
EXPRESS CAR WASH + FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH • PRIME LOCATION, MAJOR Freeway Offramp, • Near California’s largest outlet and value-retail shopping • This Flex Car Wash combines both Express Car Wash and...
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...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Orange County, CA
• EXPRESS CAR WASH + REAL ESTATE 1.22 acres • Prime Location, Major Street, near major intersection • Property Improvements & Infrastructure • Express Car Wash conversion completed in 2020, including...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Jurupa Valley, CA
• Business and Real Estate included • Prime location at the major intersection of Limonite Ave & Van Buren Blvd, with daily traffic exceeding 49,000 vehicles • Well-established business proudly...
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.
Colton, CA
FULL-SERVICE + EXPRESS CAR WASH, near I-10 Fwy & I-215 Fwy Intersection • Prime location near I-215 and I-10 freeways, directly off the major Washington St. exit in Colton, CA • Situated near the...
Norco, CA
Rare Opportunity to Own an Express Car Wash with Dual Tunnels Prime Norco Location - “HorseTown U.S.A” • Take advantage of this unique investment opportunity in the heart of Norco, California –...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Apple Valley, CA
• PRIME LOCATION, BEAR VALLEY RD, APPLE VALLEY - CA • Car Wash located on major Highway, built in 2007 and remodeled in 2024 • Offers multiple profit centers with many other possibilities • Ideal...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Visalia, CA
• PRIME LOCATION, NEAR MAJOR INTERSECTION ACROSS FROM COMMUNITY SHOPPING CENTER • Bubble Zone Express Car Wash was built ground up in late 2022 and is equipped with top tier McNeil equipment -...
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,...
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...
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...
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....
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Compton, CA
Alameda County, CA
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Perris, CA
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Galt, CA
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Bakersfield, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Sacramento, CA
San Francisco, CA
Gardena, CA
Pomona, CA
Apple Valley, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Temecula, CA
Stanislaus County, CA
Alexis Devries
HCC Real Estate
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
Frazier Park, CA
Lancaster, CA
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Los Angeles County, CA
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Lake Elsinore, CA
Orange County, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Orange County, CA
Fresno County, CA
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) |
|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 13 |
| Asking Price | $2,600,000 |
| Reported Revenue | $871,000 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $290,779 |
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $225,000 | $2,600,000 | $6,750,000 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Car Washes for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $313,000 | $137,947 |
| Median | $871,000 | $290,779 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,414,404 | $475,552 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Car Washes listed for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.87 | 2.70 |
| Median | 2.06 | 7.95 |
| Upper Quartile | 4.66 | 12.52 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Car Wash in California?
The median asking price for an established Car Wash in California is $2,600,000, though prices range from under $225,000 to well over $6,750,000.
How much do Car Washes owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Car Washes in California is $871,000 and owners earn a median of $290,779, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Car Wash?
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 Car Washes in California, revenue multiples range from 0.87 to 4.66, with a median of 2.06. Earning multiples range from 2.70 to 12.52, with the median at 7.95. This means the typical Car Wash in California may ask for around 2.06 times its annual revenue, and 7.95 times its annual owner earnings.
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