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A well-established used car dealership located in Baltimore County, Maryland, operating for over 11 years with a consistent track record in retail vehicle sales. The business runs on an owned 0.4-acre lot in a high-visibility automotive corridor and operates with minimal overhead and a lean staffing structure. The dealership specializes in selling used automobiles under a retail license, with steady annual revenue and a strong on-site inventory base. This is a turnkey opportunity for an owner-operator or investor looking to enter or expand within the automotive retail sector. Significant upside exists through modernization, marketing expansion, and improved operational systems. The current owner is retiring and is offering a smooth transition with training support.
This is an opportunity to acquire an established automatic car wash business with owned real estate in a high-traffic area. Operating since 2007, the business offers a simple, low-overhead model with minimal staffing requirements and consistent local demand. The property sits on approximately 0.4 acres and is included in the sale, providing long-term value and flexibility for expansion or redevelopment. Current services include an automatic car wash and dog wash station. While revenue has experienced fluctuations, the business presents significant upside potential through operational improvements, upgraded equipment, enhanced marketing, and additional service offerings such as detailing or membership programs. Ideal for an owner-operator, investor, or car wash operator looking to expand with a real estate-backed asset. The owner is selling due to retirement and will provide transition support.
This opportunity represents the acquisition of a long-standing, diversified automotive service business located in Baltimore. Established in 1990, the company has built a strong reputation over decades of operation, offering multiple revenue streams including auto repair, body work, detailing, towing, and specialized services. The business operates on a 0.6-acre owned property, eliminating lease expenses and providing long-term asset value. With consistent customer demand and multiple service lines, the company presents a compelling opportunity for an owner-operator or strategic buyer seeking growth in the automotive services sector.
National transaction benchmarks for automotive and boat business businesses.
Under $500K
$500K to $2M
Over $2M
A variety of factors can cause businesses to trade outside this range, including earnings quality, operational transferability, key-person risk, growth trajectory, and geography, so a listing priced above or below the typical multiple usually reflects real differences in the underlying business.
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Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating automotive and boat business acquisitions.
Gas stations, repair shops, and car washes handle fuel, solvents, and wastewater, and remediation can run six or seven figures. A Phase I, tank records, and permit history tell you whether you're buying a business or a cleanup.
Lifts, wash tunnels, fuel systems, and lined tanks have finite lives and expensive replacements. Ask age, maintenance history, and what's been deferred.
Much of an automotive business is its corner — traffic, access, and a transferable lease. A great shop on a short or non-assignable lease is a problem you inherit.
A repair shop with a loyal service base is worth more than a lot living on deal volume. Get the repeat-customer rate, not just the top line.
Dealer licenses, certified techs, and manufacturer or fuel-brand agreements may not transfer automatically. Confirm what passes and what you must re-earn.
In smaller shops the owner is the master tech and the relationships. Identify who holds the skill and the customers and what retention looks like after close.
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