Fully Equipped Charleston Auto Shop | $160K in FF&E Included
Description
Rare opportunity to acquire a longstanding, independent automotive repair business serving the Charleston area. The shop has built a loyal customer base and an excellent reputation for honest, dependable service over several decades.
The business generated trailing twelve-month revenue of approximately $288,000 and Seller’s Discretionary Earnings of approximately $78,000. The current owner works approximately 20 hours per week, creating an attractive opportunity for an experienced technician or hands-on operator to increase production and profitability.
The business operates from a fully equipped, leased facility with three service bays, three vehicle lifts, and additional workspace allowing up to six vehicles to be serviced at one time. Approximately $160,000 in tools and equipment is included in the asking price.
An experienced lead technician with approximately 30 years in the industry is currently in place, along with a part-time trainee technician and part-time office support. The operation uses established shop-management software for estimating, parts ordering, scheduling, and work-order management.
Meaningful growth opportunities remain available by hiring an additional technician, increasing shop utilization, developing relationships with local used-car dealerships and fleet operators, and expanding the company’s online marketing.
The owner is retiring after a lengthy career in the automotive industry and is highly motivated to complete a timely sale. The business has been priced attractively at $160,000 to support a smooth transition to the next owner.
All inquiries will be handled confidentially. A signed nondisclosure agreement and buyer qualification information will be required before the business identity or detailed financial records are released.
Agli Goxhaj
(843) 847-8999
Asking Price: $160,000
Cash Flow (SDE): $78,277
Gross Revenue: $288,428
FF&E: $160,000
Inventory Value: $5,600
Rent: $2,600 per month
Growth & Expansion:
- The facility has available capacity that is not currently being fully utilized. A new owner could increase revenue by hiring an additional full-time technician and adding approximately 30 to 40 productive labor hours per week.
Additional opportunities include developing service relationships with local used-car dealerships and fleet operators, expanding digital advertising and social-media activity, improving the company’s online presence, and increasing marketing throughout the Charleston area.
Facilities & Assets:
The business operates from a leased automotive facility in the Charleston area. The shop includes three service bays, three vehicle lifts, and additional ground-level workspace, providing capacity to accommodate up to six vehicles at one time.
The facility rents for $2,600 per month. The sale includes approximately $160,000 in furniture, fixtures, tools, and equipment, including more than $100,000 in hand tools, a tire machine and wheel balancer, three vehicle lifts, and other equipment necessary to operate the shop.
Market & Competition:
The business has developed a loyal customer base and strong word-of-mouth reputation within the Charleston market. Its longevity, experienced staff, established operating systems, and fully equipped facility provide meaningful advantages over a newly established repair shop.
The business competes primarily on honest service, technical experience, customer relationships, and convenience rather than high-volume discount pricing.
Employees: 3
Year Established: 1998
Support & Training:
The seller is willing to provide approximately 30 days of transition assistance following closing. Training will include introductions to employees, customers, vendors, operating procedures, estimating, parts ordering, and the shop-management system.
Reasons for Selling: The owner is retiring after a lengthy career in the automotive repair industry.
