Auto Show Vendor Biz – 27 Yrs Strong
Business Description
A unique business specializing in vintage and collectible automotive items, perfect for car enthusiasts and nostalgia lovers alike. With a well-established website and a loyal customer base, the business regularly attends auto shows as a vendor, offering high-visibility and direct engagement with buyers. From classic signage to rare memorabilia, this business has built a reputation for quality and authenticity.
This Turnkey opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about cars and looking to step into a thriving niche market. The current owner is retiring and ready to pass the torch to a motivated buyer.
This thriving, fun family business has been serving many, many satisfied customers over the past 27 years, offering a large inventory of automobilia and gas station petrolina items. Our inventory includes gas pumps, air meters, signs, auto, oil cans, racks, decals, and more.
Travel the Country - significant travel to auto shows
Growing business - a proven business model
Immediate Sales Potential: Face-to-face interactions often lead to quicker sales and allow you to showcase the uniqueness and quality of your collectibles
Market Insights: Auto shows provide valuable feedback from attendees, helping you understand trends and customer preferences in real time
This Turnkey opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about cars and looking to step into a thriving niche market. The current owner is retiring and ready to pass the torch to a motivated buyer.
This thriving, fun family business has been serving many, many satisfied customers over the past 27 years, offering a large inventory of automobilia and gas station petrolina items. Our inventory includes gas pumps, air meters, signs, auto, oil cans, racks, decals, and more.
Travel the Country - significant travel to auto shows
Growing business - a proven business model
Immediate Sales Potential: Face-to-face interactions often lead to quicker sales and allow you to showcase the uniqueness and quality of your collectibles
Market Insights: Auto shows provide valuable feedback from attendees, helping you understand trends and customer preferences in real time
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 27
- Currently Relocatable
- Yes
- Currently Home Based
- Yes
- Facilities & Assets
- This business is fully mobile and can be operated from virtually anywhere, with no dedicated facility required. Sales are conducted on-site at auto shows and events, as well as through an established online platform.
While the business is currently run from a home-based setup, a small storage space may be beneficial for housing inventory and a trailer used for event vending. This flexibility makes it an ideal opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking a low-overhead, location-independent operation. - Market Outlook / Competition
- Industry Health: Retro Automobile Memorabilia
The retro automobile memorabilia market is part of the broader collectibles industry, which is thriving. The global collectibles market was valued at $306.43 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $422.56 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.7%. Within this, automobilia—collectibles related to the automotive industry, excluding actual vehicles—is experiencing renewed interest. - Opportunities for Growth
- This business offers strong growth potential through multiple channels. Expanding the online presence and leveraging social media can significantly increase visibility and sales. Attending more auto shows and vintage car events across the country opens doors to new markets and customer bases.
There’s also opportunity to diversify the product line with additional collectibles or branded merchandise. With a solid foundation already in place, a motivated owner can scale operations and revenue with minimal overhead.
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Current owner is retiring and shifting focus to new ventures.
- Transition Support
- Will train for 4 weeks @ $0 cost.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2441317
- Listing Views
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