Profitable Established Car dealership business for sale
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Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established independent used car dealership with nearly 10 years of successful operations in one of Columbus's high-traffic commercial corridors. This turnkey business has built a strong reputation for quality vehicles, repeat customers, and trusted financing relationships, making it an ideal opportunity for an owner-operator or an investor looking to expand an existing automotive portfolio.
The sale includes the business, goodwill, dealer licenses, customer database, vendor and lender relationships, operating systems, website and branding, office furniture, shop equipment, and two fully equipped service bays with vehicle lifts. The business is fully operational and positioned for a seamless ownership transition.
The dealership averages approximately $265,000 in annual net profit and benefits from established financing sources, strong online reviews, and an experienced operational foundation. The facility is situated on approximately 0.5165 acres with approximately 60 parking spaces, offering excellent visibility, easy customer access, and significant exposure along a busy commercial corridor.
The business is offered for $450,000, with a long-term NNN lease available at $6,000 per month. Buyers also have the option to purchase the business together with the real estate for $1,495,000.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable dealership with proven cash flow, an established market presence, and immediate upside for continued growth.
Highlights
Established nearly 10 years
Approximately $265,000 annual net profit
Business price: $450,000
Long-term NNN lease available: $6,000/month
Business + real estate available: $1,495,000
Approximately 2,418 SF building
0.5165-acre site with approximately 60 parking spaces
Two service bays with vehicle lifts
Dealer license, goodwill, website, customer database, lender and vendor relationships included
Vehicle inventory not included in sale
Prime Columbus, Ohio location with strong traffic counts
Owner willing to sell the business only or the business together with the real estate
The sale includes the business, goodwill, dealer licenses, customer database, vendor and lender relationships, operating systems, website and branding, office furniture, shop equipment, and two fully equipped service bays with vehicle lifts. The business is fully operational and positioned for a seamless ownership transition.
The dealership averages approximately $265,000 in annual net profit and benefits from established financing sources, strong online reviews, and an experienced operational foundation. The facility is situated on approximately 0.5165 acres with approximately 60 parking spaces, offering excellent visibility, easy customer access, and significant exposure along a busy commercial corridor.
The business is offered for $450,000, with a long-term NNN lease available at $6,000 per month. Buyers also have the option to purchase the business together with the real estate for $1,495,000.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable dealership with proven cash flow, an established market presence, and immediate upside for continued growth.
Highlights
Established nearly 10 years
Approximately $265,000 annual net profit
Business price: $450,000
Long-term NNN lease available: $6,000/month
Business + real estate available: $1,495,000
Approximately 2,418 SF building
0.5165-acre site with approximately 60 parking spaces
Two service bays with vehicle lifts
Dealer license, goodwill, website, customer database, lender and vendor relationships included
Vehicle inventory not included in sale
Prime Columbus, Ohio location with strong traffic counts
Owner willing to sell the business only or the business together with the real estate
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 9
- Employees
- 7 (5 Full-time, 2 Part-time)
New owner can retain employeees or not - Facilities & Assets
- The sale includes all furniture, fixtures, equipment, dealership office furnishings, computers, signage, dealer management systems, if transferable, dealer licenses subject to state approval, established lender and financing relationships, vendor accounts, goodwill, branding, marketing assets, customer database where legally transferable, website and social media presence if applicable, and all tools and equipment necessary to continue operations.
Also included are two fully equipped mechanical lift bays with shop equipment and tools, allowing the buyer to continue both vehicle sales and service operations immediately.
Vehicle inventory is not included in the sale but may be negotiated separately if desired.
The current owner is willing to discuss a long-term NNN lease for the property, with an option to purchase the real estate separately. - Website
- https://www.capcitymotorsohio.com/
- Market Outlook / Competition
- The market for established independent dealerships remains strong, particularly for turnkey operations with proven systems and an established customer base. Buyers continue to seek businesses that include dealer licensing, lender relationships, vendor accounts, and operational infrastructure already in place. This dealership benefits from a prime high-traffic location, strong local reputation, and nearly 10 years of operating history. It is well suited for an owner-operator or an existing dealer looking to expand in the Columbus market with immediate income potential.
- Opportunities for Growth
- This dealership has excellent growth potential through expanded inventory, stronger online marketing, and increased digital vehicle sales. A new owner can grow revenue by adding service, detailing, warranty products, GAP coverage, and other finance and insurance offerings. Additional opportunities include commercial fleet sales, wholesale operations, and strategic partnerships with local businesses. The established reputation, prime high-traffic location, and existing lender and vendor relationships provide a strong foundation for continued growth. An owner-operator or existing dealer can further increase profitability by extending business hours, improving inventory sourcing, and enhancing the dealership’s online presence and customer acquisition efforts.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Not included in asking price
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 2,400
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Seller is pursuing other endeavors
- Transition Support
- Owner can train for 30 days or up to 90 days with adequate pay
- Financing Options
- NA
Listing Info
- ID
- 2534557
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