Temple, TX
$1,850,000
Temple, TX
$1,850,000
Thurston County, WA
$4,100,000
$5,250,000
Decatur, AL
$1,850,000
Ennis, TX
$2,300,000
St Charles, IL
$2,500,000
Rochester, NY
$3,000,000
Apache Junction, AZ
$1,500,000
Dallas, TX
$1,650,000
Lynwood, CA
$7,000,000
Waukesha, WI
DuPage County, IL
$4,900,000
Richmond, VA
Fishkill, NY
$995,000
Chandler, OK
$4,990,000
Minnesota
$1,750,000
William A. Doyle, Esq.
The Bridlebrook Group
Serving Delaware County, PA
Since 2003, The Bridlebrook Group has been at the forefront of the market for confidential business sales and mergers & acquisitions for profitable companies. As the Philadelphia area’s leading business intermediary, we selectively represent well-run companies and their owners who expect the highest degree of professional representation. Our broad base of knowledge and experience enables us to provide you a competitive edge when it comes to confidentially marketing and selling your business for maximum value. Bill Doyle, Managing Partner - bill@bridlebrookgroup.com Jeff MacAdam, Managing Partner - jeff@bridlebrookgroup.com
New York
$3,500,000
Citrus Heights, CA
$2,900,000
Wilmington, NC
$2,325,000
Nottingham, MD
Denmark, TN
$900,000
Walton County, FL
$2,750,000
Henry County, IL
$695,000
Sylmar, CA
Peoria, IL
$1,406,850
Lewisville, TX
$1,300,000
Mississippi
$2,900,000
Suffolk County, NY
$2,500,000
Mesa, AZ
$1,790,000
Mountain House, CA
$3,000,000
Wake County, NC
$1,900,000
Cook County, IL
$7,900,000
Kern County, CA
$3,900,000
Marietta, GA
$600,000
Frio County, TX
Alamogordo, NM
Peoria, IL
$1,800,000
Clermont, FL
$3,100,000
Zanesville, OH
$1,695,000
Jacksonville, FL
$1,795,000
Gilmer, TX
$4,200,000
Commerce, TX
$1,100,000
East Point, GA
Las Vegas, NV
$1,650,000
Greg Goodenough
Good Moves Oregon
Serving Multnomah County, OR
Forest Hill, TX
San Leandro, CA
$3,500,000
Saint Paul, MN
$3,250,000
Escambia County, FL
$2,500,000
Delaware County, OH
$3,500,000
Mesa, WA
$450,000
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 PricesYear 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.