Established 50-Year Auto Shop w/Loyal Clientele & Strong Cash Flow
Business Description
Established in 1976, this highly successful automotive repair shop has built an outstanding reputation for quality service and reliability within its foothill community. For nearly five decades, the business has operated as a trusted, go-to service center with a loyal and repeat customer base. Services include tire repair and maintenance, brake service, smog testing, diagnostics, A/C service, electrical work, transmission service, and routine oil changes—providing diversified and consistent revenue streams.
The operation is fully turnkey, housed in a well-configured, multi-bay facility. While the shop footprint is an efficient 1,200 square feet, it is fully equipped with all essential tools and equipment to support its wide range of services. Assets include vehicle lifts, an engine lift, engine stands, transmission jacks, A/C service and recovery machine, tire machine, wheel balancer, and numerous specialty tools. A detailed equipment list is available upon request. Additionally, there is adjacent space on the property that offers the potential to expand operations, staffing, or service offerings.
The business has been operated with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction, resulting in an exceptionally loyal clientele built almost entirely on repeat and referral business. Notably, the current owner has not invested in marketing, presenting a clear opportunity for growth through even modest advertising efforts. With limited competition in the immediate area, the business benefits from a strong market position and consistent year-over-year performance.
Current hours of operation are Monday through Thursday from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with weekends closed—providing an excellent work-life balance for ownership.
The seller is also open to offers that include the real estate. The expansive 87,120 square foot lot features the 1,200 square foot shop, a single-family residence, and an additional 600 square foot (20’ x 30’) garage located behind the home. The property is fully fenced, offering privacy and security. This setup is ideal for an owner-operator seeking live/work convenience, or for an investor interested in generating supplemental rental income from the residence.
With clean financials and the option to acquire the real estate, this opportunity is an ideal candidate for SBA financing. All systems, infrastructure, and clientele are firmly in place, making this a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, profitable, and easy-to-operate business with significant upside potential.
The operation is fully turnkey, housed in a well-configured, multi-bay facility. While the shop footprint is an efficient 1,200 square feet, it is fully equipped with all essential tools and equipment to support its wide range of services. Assets include vehicle lifts, an engine lift, engine stands, transmission jacks, A/C service and recovery machine, tire machine, wheel balancer, and numerous specialty tools. A detailed equipment list is available upon request. Additionally, there is adjacent space on the property that offers the potential to expand operations, staffing, or service offerings.
The business has been operated with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction, resulting in an exceptionally loyal clientele built almost entirely on repeat and referral business. Notably, the current owner has not invested in marketing, presenting a clear opportunity for growth through even modest advertising efforts. With limited competition in the immediate area, the business benefits from a strong market position and consistent year-over-year performance.
Current hours of operation are Monday through Thursday from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with weekends closed—providing an excellent work-life balance for ownership.
The seller is also open to offers that include the real estate. The expansive 87,120 square foot lot features the 1,200 square foot shop, a single-family residence, and an additional 600 square foot (20’ x 30’) garage located behind the home. The property is fully fenced, offering privacy and security. This setup is ideal for an owner-operator seeking live/work convenience, or for an investor interested in generating supplemental rental income from the residence.
With clean financials and the option to acquire the real estate, this opportunity is an ideal candidate for SBA financing. All systems, infrastructure, and clientele are firmly in place, making this a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, profitable, and easy-to-operate business with significant upside potential.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 50
- Employees
- 1 Full-time
- Facilities & Assets
- The 1,200 sq ft 3 bay shop space is clean, well kept, and demonstrates great pride of ownership. There is additionally a 1,200 square foot single family residence, and a 30x20 600 square foot garage space. The total lot size is a vast 87,120 square feet (2 acres). It is fulled paved with both the shop and house being enclosed by a fence to ensure security.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Competition is very limited in the foothill community with only a couple of shops serving the entire area. The business is well insulated against market competition which offers the owner both peace of mind and consistent year over year revenue.
- Opportunities for Growth
- The business offers multiple avenues for growth, as it currently operates with no formal marketing efforts and relies entirely on repeat customers. Implementing a basic digital presence could significantly increase new customer flow. Additional upside exists through expanding operating hours to include weekends, adding technicians to increase service capacity, and introducing specialty repairs. The existing property also provides room for physical expansion, allowing a new owner to scale operations and further capitalize on the strong local demand.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,200
- Rent
- $3,500.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 4/1/2036
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Retirement
- Transition Support
- The seller is a highly qualified and tenured mechanic with several decades of experience. He is committed to a seamless change of ownership and will provide comprehensive transitional support to the new owner in order to ensure the continued success of this well-established business.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2486450
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