Market Dominant Classic Auto Parts Business with Massive Website
Business Description
West Coast Classic Cougar
Established in 1989, this highly profitable specialty automotive parts business has achieved market dominance in the 1967-1973 Mercury Cougar restoration parts segment. With 36 years of continuous operation, the company has built an unassailable position as the definitive one-stop shop for Cougar enthusiasts worldwide.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW:
This niche automotive parts business generates $2.5M in annual revenue with $413K in seller's discretionary earnings. The operation focuses exclusively on reproduction and original parts for Mercury Cougars, creating a specialized market position with minimal competition. The business maintains a massive website showcasing comprehensive inventory and serves as the recognized authority for Cougar parts information.
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES:
• Market dominance in Mercury Cougar parts
• Exclusive one-stop shop positioning - customers cannot find complete parts selection elsewhere
• 36-year track record building customer trust and loyalty
• Extensive database and thorough inventory management
• Strong reputation in online forums and enthusiast groups
• Established repeat customer base
• Documented standard operating procedures
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS:
• Annual Revenue: $2,500,000
• Cash Flow (SDE): $413,000
• Asking Price: $1,500,000 (includes $1.1M inventory)
• Lean operation with small, efficient team
• Consistent cash flow generation
FACILITY & OPERATIONS:
• 10,800 sq ft leased facility in Salem, OR
• Annual lease: $63,000 (expires 1/1/2027)
• $40,000 in fixtures, furniture & equipment
• $1.1M inventory included in sale price
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
Immediate expansion potential through implementing dedicated sales team for upselling phone customers. The business's market dominance and customer loyalty provide strong foundation for revenue growth initiatives.
This operation offers a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, market-leading business in a specialized niche with virtually no direct competition. The seller has built retirement wealth through this venture and seeks to transition to qualified buyer who can continue the legacy of serving Mercury Cougar enthusiasts globally.
Established in 1989, this highly profitable specialty automotive parts business has achieved market dominance in the 1967-1973 Mercury Cougar restoration parts segment. With 36 years of continuous operation, the company has built an unassailable position as the definitive one-stop shop for Cougar enthusiasts worldwide.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW:
This niche automotive parts business generates $2.5M in annual revenue with $413K in seller's discretionary earnings. The operation focuses exclusively on reproduction and original parts for Mercury Cougars, creating a specialized market position with minimal competition. The business maintains a massive website showcasing comprehensive inventory and serves as the recognized authority for Cougar parts information.
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES:
• Market dominance in Mercury Cougar parts
• Exclusive one-stop shop positioning - customers cannot find complete parts selection elsewhere
• 36-year track record building customer trust and loyalty
• Extensive database and thorough inventory management
• Strong reputation in online forums and enthusiast groups
• Established repeat customer base
• Documented standard operating procedures
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS:
• Annual Revenue: $2,500,000
• Cash Flow (SDE): $413,000
• Asking Price: $1,500,000 (includes $1.1M inventory)
• Lean operation with small, efficient team
• Consistent cash flow generation
FACILITY & OPERATIONS:
• 10,800 sq ft leased facility in Salem, OR
• Annual lease: $63,000 (expires 1/1/2027)
• $40,000 in fixtures, furniture & equipment
• $1.1M inventory included in sale price
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
Immediate expansion potential through implementing dedicated sales team for upselling phone customers. The business's market dominance and customer loyalty provide strong foundation for revenue growth initiatives.
This operation offers a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, market-leading business in a specialized niche with virtually no direct competition. The seller has built retirement wealth through this venture and seeks to transition to qualified buyer who can continue the legacy of serving Mercury Cougar enthusiasts globally.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 36
- Employees
- 8 (6 Full-time, 2 Part-time)
The 3 core staff members have 10+ years each at the company. - Market Outlook / Competition
- Everyone who buys parts for their 1967-1973 Mercury Cougar does business with us. We are the only one stop shop for this classic car and customers love us for our data base, thorough inventory, and track record. We only deal with one car and have cornered the market, you can find a piece or two on eBay, but the whole car worth of parts is on our website. The online forums and groups praise West Coast Classic Cougar as the only viable option for cougar enthusiasts to shop.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Forming a sales team that up-sales customers who call to make an order.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 10,000
- Rent
- $5,250.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 1/2/2027
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- The business did its job and funded our retirement account in our 50's
- Transition Support
- Documented SOPs
- Financing Options
- Not currently accepting seller financed offers
Listing Info
- ID
- 2432572
- Listing Views
- 171
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