Specialty Auto Restoration Shop — Costa Mesa, Orange County

Asset sale · Owner-operated · Immediate cash flow

This is a well-known, owner-operated specialty shop focused primarily on restoration with some auto repair mixed in. Built on years of word-of-mouth reputation, it operates out of one of the most functional and generously sized automotive spaces in Orange County — a rare asset in its own right.

The current owner handles the majority of operations with one full-time and one part-time employee, making this a strong fit for a hands-on buyer or an existing shop looking to expand capacity and footprint in Orange County.

LOCATION & PROPERTY
Located in prime Costa Mesa, minutes from Lido Island, one of the highest-value real estate markets in the country. People are not price sensitive around these parts. The facility is approximately 7,500 square feet with a large fenced-in yard in a secure neighborhood.

Rent is locked at $2,500/month — at least $5,000 below current market rate — with two years remaining and a renewal option. It's not even easy to say there is a comparable property as all land in Costa Mesa is being snatched up for redevelopment. For context, that below-market rate represents hundreds of thousands of dollars in savings over the life of the lease.

The space consists of 3 units with 3 separate electric meters. Two units were previously combined and can be reconfigured, allowing for simultaneous independent operations that don't interfere with each other; welding, recon, body and paint, final assembly, showroom, and more. The landlord is remote and non-interfering, offering maximum operational freedom.

There are two additional body work part-time employees that can be utilized more.

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS
The business currently generates approximately $400,000 in annual revenue with consistent demand from a loyal niche enthusiast clientele. Strong word-of-mouth reputation. Approximately 30-vehicle capacity. Immediately cash-flowing with significant room to grow.
This is a cash-heavy, owner-operated business being sold on the strength of its location, lease, client base, and asset value rather than traditional financials.

GROWTH UPSIDE
The current operation is intentionally kept small, leaving clear room for a buyer to scale. Opportunities include adding technicians to increase throughput, introducing vehicle storage or consignment services, expanding marketing and online presence, and running multiple revenue-generating operations simultaneously across the three units.

REASON FOR SALE
Owner is pursuing other opportunities.
This will not qualify for SBA financing. Financials will not be available; this is an asset sale. Serious inquiries only. NDA required for full details including location and lease information.