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50+ Year Established Auto Repair & Service Shop - Owner Retiring
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Family-Owned Auto Repair Shop (Northeast Florida)
This is an opportunity to acquire a long-standing, family-owned automotive repair business with operating history dating back to the 1960s.
Located in Northeast Florida - this company has served its local market for more than 50+ years and has developed an established reputation.
Services:
- General Repair (Oil Changes & Tune Ups)
- Diagnostics (Electrical Systems, Power Steering)
- Preventative Maintenance (Inspections, Fluid Services)
- Transmission & Engine Repair (Replacement, Diagnosis)
- Tire Services (Installations, Rotations)
- Other Automotive Services
Management estimates that approximately 30% to 40% of revenue is generated from routine services with approximately 60% to 70% generated from more specialized jobs such as engine work, transmission repair and electrical diagnostics.
The shop’s labor rates are reportedly 25% to 30% below nearby dealership service departments which may provide room for a new buyer to modernize pricing while maintaining a competitive position in the local market.
Additionally the business operates in an established commercial corridor with nearby development that the seller expects to support increased vehicle traffic, visibility, and local customer awareness once completed.
The current owner is looking to retire. The seller is willing to provide a standard transition period of approximately three months and remain reasonably available thereafter as needed subject to mutually agreed terms.
For the real estate, the owner also owns the underlying real estate and is open to discussing a potential sale of the property to a buyer or a potential lease.
The company has historically relied primarily on word-of-mouth referrals and has completed little to no formal professional marketing to date - given its brand awareness in the local community for great service work.
The seller is open to different buyers - an owner-operator, existing automotive repair platform, strategic buyer, independent sponsor, or family office seeking an established service business with a long operating history. Experience with Auto Repair preferred.
Please apply direct to the listing for more information >>>
Located in Northeast Florida - this company has served its local market for more than 50+ years and has developed an established reputation.
Services:
- General Repair (Oil Changes & Tune Ups)
- Diagnostics (Electrical Systems, Power Steering)
- Preventative Maintenance (Inspections, Fluid Services)
- Transmission & Engine Repair (Replacement, Diagnosis)
- Tire Services (Installations, Rotations)
- Other Automotive Services
Management estimates that approximately 30% to 40% of revenue is generated from routine services with approximately 60% to 70% generated from more specialized jobs such as engine work, transmission repair and electrical diagnostics.
The shop’s labor rates are reportedly 25% to 30% below nearby dealership service departments which may provide room for a new buyer to modernize pricing while maintaining a competitive position in the local market.
Additionally the business operates in an established commercial corridor with nearby development that the seller expects to support increased vehicle traffic, visibility, and local customer awareness once completed.
The current owner is looking to retire. The seller is willing to provide a standard transition period of approximately three months and remain reasonably available thereafter as needed subject to mutually agreed terms.
For the real estate, the owner also owns the underlying real estate and is open to discussing a potential sale of the property to a buyer or a potential lease.
The company has historically relied primarily on word-of-mouth referrals and has completed little to no formal professional marketing to date - given its brand awareness in the local community for great service work.
The seller is open to different buyers - an owner-operator, existing automotive repair platform, strategic buyer, independent sponsor, or family office seeking an established service business with a long operating history. Experience with Auto Repair preferred.
Please apply direct to the listing for more information >>>
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 66
- Employees
- 5 Full-time
- Facilities & Assets
- The business operates from an established automotive repair facility with multiple service bays.
The sale includes approximately $150,000 of furniture, fixtures, equipment, tools, machinery, and shop assets used in the day-to-day operation of the business.
A detailed list of included assets will be made available during due diligence. - Market Outlook / Competition
- The business has operated in the local market for more than 50 years providing a long-established presence within its service area.
Its operating history has lead to a dedicated customer base and long-standing relationships in the community.
As with any automotive repair business, competition includes independent repair shops, dealership service departments, and national service chains. - Opportunities for Growth
- The shop's labor rates are approximately 30% below nearby dealership service departments which provides flexibility for the new owner to increase revenue once priced to-market
The business has historically generated demand primarily through word-of-mouth referrals with little marketing providing strong organic growth and presenting an opportunity to increase visibility via traditional advertising channels
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Not included in asking price
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owner Retiring
- Transition Support
- Excellent team in place for new buyer. No team members expected to leave following sale of business.
The seller is prepared to provide up to 3x months of transition assistance to facilitate the transfer of operations, customer relationships, and business knowledge.
In addition the seller has indicated they are willing to remain available beyond the initial transition period as needed to support a smooth ownership transfer. The scope and duration of any extended assistance post-close can be mutually agreed upon by the buyer and seller during the negotiation process.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2526238
- Listing Views
- 68
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