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Profitable Used Car Dealership and Full-Service Auto Repair Center

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, turnkey automotive business that combines a high-volume used car lot with a fully equipped auto repair and paint facility. The operation is highly systemized, enjoys excellent reviews, and runs efficiently with minimal owner involvement. The business offers comprehensive automotive services ranging from general maintenance to complex mechanical, electrical, transmission, HVAC, exhaust, and full paint work.

New Hanover County, NC

ASKING PRICE$5,800,000
GROSS REVENUE$4,500,000
CASH FLOW$750,000
SELLER FINANCINGYes

Business summary

Asking price$5,800,000
Gross annual revenue$4,500,000
Cash flow$750,000
Seller financingYes
Real estateNot applicable

About this opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, turnkey automotive business that combines a high-volume used car lot with a fully equipped auto repair and paint facility. The operation is highly systemized, enjoys excellent reviews, and runs efficiently with minimal owner involvement.

The business offers comprehensive automotive services ranging from general maintenance to complex mechanical, electrical, transmission, HVAC, exhaust, and full paint work. It benefits from strong community trust, repeat customers, and a steady pipeline of work through a major national automotive partner.

With an experienced team in place and a long-term lease secured, this business is ideally suited for an owner-operator or an investor seeking reliable cash flow with significant upside potential.

Business Highlights:

  • Active used car dealership with typically 35–40 vehicles in inventory
  • Full-service auto repair and paint shop capable of handling nearly all vehicle needs
  • Diverse service offerings including engine, transmission, electrical, exhaust, HVAC, and general maintenance
  • Established contract with a national automotive retailer providing consistent repair volume
  • Turnkey operation requiring minimal owner involvement (approximately 5 hours per week)
  • Experienced staff of 6 employees in place and expected to remain post-sale• 1 salesperson
  • 4 service technicians
  • 1 service director
  • Strong online reputation with excellent ratings and customer reviews
  • Estimated tools and equipment value of approximately $500,000
  • Leased facility with long-term stability (lease secured through 2035)
  • Accepts multiple forms of payment
  • Operates under two DBAs within a single LLC
  • Significant opportunity for growth through increased inventory, expanded marketing, or additional services
  • Current owner willing to provide training and transition support
  • Seller financing available for qualified buyers

This is a proven, profitable automotive business with strong infrastructure, dependable revenue streams, and room to scale. Serious inquiries only.

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