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For Sale: Two Profitable STAR-Certified Smog Check Stations – Turnkey.

Asking Price$495,000

Cash Flow
$160,000
(Seller's Discretionary Earnings)
EBITDANot Disclosed

Gross Revenue$452,750

Inventory$5,000
Included in asking price
FF&E$10,000
Included in asking price
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Hot Listing

For Sale: Two Profitable STAR-Certified Smog Check Stations – Turnkey.


Asking Price$495,000

Cash Flow
$160,000
(Seller's Discretionary Earnings)
EBITDANot Disclosed

Gross Revenue$452,750

Inventory$5,000
Included in asking price
FF&E$10,000
Included in asking price
Business Description
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Two Profitable STAR-Certified Smog Check Stations - Turnkey Operations

Established in 2010, this dual-location automotive service business offers an exceptional passive income opportunity in the recession-resistant smog testing industry. Located in high-visibility areas of Southern California, these fully operational STAR-certified stations generate consistent revenue with minimal oversight required.

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
• Annual Revenue: $452,750
• Cash Flow (SDE): $160,000
• Strong 35% cash flow margin
• Stable daily volume averaging 12-14 smog tests per location
• Clean financial records with established revenue history

BUSINESS OPERATIONS
• Two fully equipped, compliant STAR-certified locations
• Simple staffing model with 2 total employees (1 per location)
• Turnkey operations requiring minimal owner involvement
• Excellent Google reviews with near 5-star ratings
• High-traffic, easily accessible locations
• Mix of walk-in and repeat customers providing revenue stability

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
• Expand service offerings (basic auto repair, oil changes, brakes)
• Develop local marketing initiatives and fleet partnerships
• Extended operating hours including weekend testing
• Upsell ancillary services such as registration renewal
• Scalable business model with proven demand

IDEAL FOR
• First-time business buyers seeking passive income
• Auto industry investors expanding regionally
• Owner-operators wanting a proven, low-overhead business
• Absentee owners (current owner operates remotely)

INCLUDED ASSETS
• FF&E: $10,000
• Inventory: $5,000 (included in asking price)
• Both locations operate under lease agreements

This established business operates in a high-demand, recession-resistant industry with significant barriers to entry due to STAR certification requirements. The smog testing industry benefits from mandatory California emissions regulations, ensuring consistent customer demand. With minimal training needed and seller support provided, this represents an excellent opportunity to acquire two well-performing automotive service businesses with strong community reputations and proven operational systems.

The seller is leaving the market, creating this rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey operation in one of California's most stable service sectors.
About the Business
Years in Operation
15
Employees
2
Facilities & Assets
• Turnkey operations – fully equipped and compliant
• Excellent Google reviews – near 5-star ratings
• High traffic, easy access locations
• Stable daily volume with walk-in and repeat customers
• Clean books and simple staffing model
Market Outlook / Competition
• Excellent Google reviews – near 5-star ratings
• High traffic, easy access locations
Opportunities for Growth
• Add basic auto repair services (brakes, oil changes, etc.)
• Launch local marketing and fleet partnerships
• Expand hours or offer weekend testing
• Upsell ancillary services (e.g., registration renewal)
Real Estate
Owned or Leased
Leased
About the Sale
Seller Motivation
Seller leaving markets.
Transition Support
Minimal Training Needed, Seller and team will provide training.
Listing Info
ID
2380911
Listing Views
2542

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