San Leandro, CA
$3,500,000

San Leandro, CA
$3,500,000

Saint Paul, MN
$3,250,000

Escambia County, FL
$2,500,000

Delaware County, OH
$2,700,000
Walla Walla, WA
$1,500,000
Coolidge, AZ
$640,000
Bibb County, GA
$1,590,000
Pearsall, TX
Not Disclosed
Abilene, TX
$1,500,000
Eastpointe, MI
$999,999
Las Vegas, NV
$1,875,000
Lombard, IL
Not Disclosed
York County, ME
$1,700,000
New Brunswick, NJ
$2,150,000
Napa, CA
$5,500,000
Cook County, IL
$2,700,000
Joe Braier
Lake Country Advisors
Serving Waukesha County, WI
At Lake Country Advisors, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest level of confidentiality for our clients. Leveraging the most advanced assessment and marketing technologies available today, we consistently deliver results that set a new standard in the business transfer industry. Specializing in full or partial sales, divestitures, and mergers of middle-market businesses in niche sectors, LCA provides comprehensive M&A advisory services. Our expertise includes management buyouts, business restructuring, divestitures, transaction value maximization, and thorough evaluations tailored to each client’s unique goals. Whether you're ready to sell now or planning for a future exit, our experienced team is here to guide you through every step of the process.
Davis, OK
$1,469,000
Alabama
$8,000,000
Rock County, WI
$750,000
Orlando, FL
$8,500,000
Arkansas County, AR
$750,000
Jonesboro, GA
$1,209,450
Dallas, TX
$800,000
Cook County, IL
$2,300,000
Madera County, CA
$5,600,000
Liberal, KS
$3,125,000
Emery County, UT
$650,000
Tulare County, CA
$7,500,000
San Joaquin County, CA
$9,300,000
Dallas, TX
$3,450,000
Houston, TX
$1,650,000
Mclean County, IL
$3,600,000
Tulsa, OK
$1,350,000
Kern County, CA
$10,200,000
Los Angeles, CA
$6,100,000
Poplar Bluff, MO
$3,400,000
Syosset, NY
$2,950,000
Chicago, IL
$6,700,000
Lake Worth Beach, FL
$2,750,000
New Jersey
$6,000,000
Colorado
$6,000,000
Kane County, IL
$1,500,000
Florida
$3,950,000
Lafayette, CO
$2,500,000
Jason Winkle
Coldwell Banker Tomlinson
Serving Ada County, ID
Louisiana
$9,000,000
La Grange, TX
$520,000
Depew, NY
$549,000
Mississippi
$3,500,000
Harvey, IL
$1,000,000
Miami, FL
Not Disclosed
Some automotive and boat businesses for sale specialize in retail, while others focus on providing services like repairs and maintenance, and still others offer a combination of both. From auto repair shops and car washes to towing companies, truck stops, and gas stations, the businesses in the automotive sector keep consumers moving.
The auto repair and maintenance industry is bouncing back from 2020 pandemic related disruptions. The auto industry accounts for 3% of GDP for the U.S. and employs over 1.7 million people. This sector is expected to expand by over 5% during the next decade. With projected growth in both marine and automotive repair industries, businesses in these sectors may be good investments. One of the primary advantages of buying an existing automotive or boat business is that it comes with established credibility in the market. Some of the most popular categories include:
Valuations of automotive and boat businesses vary depending on the category of services and local markets. Overall, trends for the sector show these businesses remain popular options for acquisition. With over 70% growth over the last five years, the average sale price for automotive and boat businesses in 2023 was $555,000.
Automotive and Boat Business Prices| Year Sold | Median Asking Price | Median Sale Price |
| 2018 | $399,000 | $299,000 |
| 2019 | $389,450 | $350,000 |
| 2020 | $449,500 | $420,000 |
| 2021 | $472,500 | $450,000 |
| 2022 | $515,200 | $499,500 |
| 2023 | $595,000 | $555,000 |
Knowing the value of your automotive and boat business is key to developing a successful exit plan if you’re thinking about selling it. If you’re looking to sell your automotive company, see our Guide, How to Value & Sell Your Automotive Business, to get started.