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Car Dealerships in CA For Sale

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Profitable Car Rental Business – Serving Uber & Lyft Drivers – $516K R

Santa Monica, CA

This established rideshare car rental business provides vehicles to Uber and Lyft drivers on a short-term, flexible basis. With 95 vehicles in the fleet, the company has developed a strong recurring...

$890,000

Cash Flow: $310,000

$890,000

Cash Flow: $310,000

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Established New Car Dealership with HUGE Growth & Margin Upside!!

Long Beach, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire an established Volkswagen dealership with 48 years of continuous operation in Southern California's premier Long Beach automotive market. This franchise presents...

$2,000,000

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$2,000,000

International Classic Car Company

Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles Collector Car Platform for Acquisition Established 2000 | Formula One Heritage | ~$4M Annual Revenue An opportunity to acquire a highly regarded Los Angeles-based collector car business...

$1,425,000

17

$1,425,000

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Car Dealership Business for sale - CARS INCLUDED

Murrieta, CA

14 cars are owned by the dealership. All the cars that are available at the time of the sale will transfer to the new owner as part of the deal for free. The number of cars may change as I'm currently...

6

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

Established Motorcycle dealership (multi-line franchise )

Orange County, CA

Fully setup, staffed and ran dealership. A destination for many years. Systems in place allow to run by itself. Owner to retire....

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

Established Used Car Dealership-Turnkey Opportunity

Vista, CA

Same location for 20 years Turnkey, furnished operation Low monthly rent factor Excellent high traffic corner location Whole facility repaved, repainted with new Landscaping in June/2026 Located...

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$89,000

$89,000

Well-Established Auto Dealer With 40-Car Indoor Showroom, 3 Offices

Corona, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a unique DMV-approved indoor auto dealership in the heart of Southern California. Unlike traditional outdoor lots, this impressive facility features a 6,000–7,000 sq. ft....

6

$100,000

$100,000

Exotic & Classic Car Dealership - La Jolla, California

San Diego, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a legendary player in the global collector automotive scene: Sports Car Company, Inc. Located in the heart of La Jolla Village, this family-owned exotic and...

3

$595,000

$595,000

Ultra Luxury Exotic Car Dealership

Los Angeles County, CA

*Business Highlights* Strong brand presence in the high-end luxury and exotic vehicle market Established reputation for excellence, discretion, and premium client service Proven, consistent...

$6,500,000

$6,500,000

TURN KEY - Rare Norcal Shop Opportunity

Chico, CA

Long Term Established in Chico California Automotive Repair and Smog Shop Are you ready for small town living? Being your own Boss? Or just an additional location to serve Butte County? Well...

6

$145,000

$145,000

Byrider Franchise
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Join a leading BHPH dealership franchise helping customers rebuild credit while owners scale a repeatable, cash-flow focused business.

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $7,031,288

Licensed Auto Wholesale Dealership multi Years in Business w/ LLC Cali

Contra Costa County, CA

Established licensed auto wholesale dealership operating in Contra Costa County, California with excellent DMV standing and multiple years of continuous operation. This home-based business opportunity...

$25,000

$25,000

Turnkey Collision Center, Service Center & Dealership

Madera, CA

Collision Center, Service & Dealership | Turnkey | One Stop Shop | High-Growth Madera Market Exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully operational, multi-revenue automotive facility combining a...

6

$1,699,000

$1,699,000

High Profit Pre-Owned Car Dealership

Stanislaus County, CA

Here is your chance to own a well established used car dealership in Stanislaus County. Located on a busy street/Main Highway, there is plenty of visibility, foot traffic as well as a significant...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $370,000

Multi-Location Car Rental Franchise Business - Prime Markets!

California

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, multi-location car rental franchise business operating under two recognized and complementary brands. Strategically located at three...

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EBITDA: $7,210,000

Turn-key Used Car Dealership

San Diego, CA

Well-established, centrally located used car dealership, three outstanding-sized offices, and up to 120 parking spots. An exceptional business opportunity presents itself situated in an attractive...

$150,000

$150,000

Lloyd Silver

BTI Group

Serving Contra Costa County, CA

Business Team, a unit of BTI Group, is the largest independent business brokerage firm in the Western United States specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. During our third of a century of existence, we have developed both an unmatched depth of experience (an aggregate of several hundred years!) and a vast network of individual, corporate, and investment group buyers. Why Choose Business Team: * Complete confidentiality * Over 70 full-time associates * Willingness to cooperate with other brokers to expand the buyer pool * Full marketing services * No upfront fees * Over 40 years of experience with more than 7,000 businesses sold

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Net $600K/YR Auto PPF, Wrapping in Pasadena

Pasadena, CA

This business has built strong, ongoing relationships with prestigious luxury car dealerships, including Rolls-Royce, Porsche, Bentley, and BMW, generating consistent and reliable revenue streams. A...

$1,550,000

$1,550,000

Cash Flow: $600,000

Used Auto Dealership & Truck Rental - Inventory Included - San Diego

San Diego, CA

Independent used vehicle dealership operating from a leased lot in San Diego. The business retails pre-owned cars and light trucks in the value price segment and additionally serves as an authorized...

$215,000

$215,000

Cash Flow: $85,522

Car Rental (fleet), Sales and Repair

Gardena, CA

Established and highly profitable Southern California automotive business specializing primarily in vehicle rentals, with additional revenue streams from automotive repair and vehicle sales. The...

$2,300,000

$2,300,000

Cash Flow: $557,273

Auto detailing/ car wash account at a name brand dealership

Riverside County, CA

đźš— Turnkey Auto Detailing & Car Wash Business for Sale Own a profitable, established business from day one! This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational auto detailing and car wash...

$85,000

$85,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Turnkey Auto Repair & STAR Smog Shop – With Rare Used Car Sales Permit

Marin County, CA

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, turnkey automotive repair facility in one of the most affluent and desirable communities in Marin County, CA. Established by the current...

$175,000

$175,000

Christian Brothers Automotive
Franchise

Available Nationwide

A trusted name in the auto repair industry for over 40 years, Christian Brothers Automotive is a Christian business that provides each guest the "love your neighbor" experience. Currently, there are more than 265 locations successfully operating across 30 states, with a growth plan to reach 350 strategically placed locations by end of 2025.

$85,000

$85,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,865,872

Established Auto Repair Business in North County

San Diego, CA

16 year old auto repair, smog and alignment business. 4,100 sq ft at $1.65. No cams or NNN. Business has been able to grow without advertising or social media. Loyal customer base has been built up...

$880,000

$880,000

Cash Flow: $299,000

Car rental for sale

Santa Monica, CA

Car rental was established 2015 and operational from home. Currently runs by 4 employees. The minimum rental is 1 month....

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $168,000

Corvette Specialties

Palm Desert, CA

This specialty company was built from a lifelong passion for classic Corvettes. What began as an enthusiast driven venture has grown into a highly respected, niche business delivering high-quality,...

$1,070,000

$1,070,000

Cash Flow: $320,000

Profitable RV Rental Business

El Dorado County, CA

This established RV rental operation presents a compelling acquisition opportunity in El Dorado County's thriving outdoor recreation market. The business has maintained continuous operations for over...

$3,100,000

$3,100,000

Cash Flow: $512,853

Profitable Car Dealership For Sale

Murrieta, CA

This sports and affordable auto dealership is a well-established business catering to high-net-worth individuals, collectors, and enthusiasts seeking high-end vehicles and exceptional customer...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

BMW, Mercedes & Porsche Auto Repair

San Francisco, CA

Own a True San Francisco Success Story Built from passion and rooted in love for the city, this European auto repair shop has been thriving since 2018 with one mission: deliver honest, high-quality,...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Car sales and rental with property for sale

Long Beach, CA

Rental car and sales with 10k SqFt lot and 1000 Sf building for sale. Car sales,rental, and service under one roof. GREAT OPPORTUNITY Very motivated seller...

$999,000

$999,000

Cash Flow: $360,000

Well Established Motorcycle and Powersports Dealership

Monterey County, CA

Established over 40 years ago, this full-service motorcycle and powersports dealership has become a trusted destination on California’s Central Coast. The dealership represents many of the industry’s...

$1,997,000

$1,997,000

Cash Flow: $477,544

Well-Established RV Repair Shop in CA - Strong Reputation

Sonoma County, CA

Exceptional investment opportunity with a highly respected RV collision repair business located in Sonoma County, California. Established in 2010, this well-established shop specializes in...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $66,007

Auto Dealership

Alameda County, CA

$350,000 Net profit/ year Auto dealership This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable and well-established auto dealership with space for up to 130 vehicles in a prime, high-traffic...

$299,000

$299,000

TINT WORLD®
Franchise

Available Nationwide

TINT WORLD® Automotive Styling Centers™ is America’s largest and fastest growing automotive accessories and window tinting franchise, specializing in in window tinting, protective film, vehicle wraps, audio and electronics, security systems, car and truck accessories, wheels and tires, ceramic coating and detailing services, and Mobile Services™ for residential, commercial, and marine window tinting, decorative films, and protective coatings services.

$200,000

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $816,249

Buy or Sell a Car Dealership in California
Car dealership businesses listed for sale on BizBuySell include a mix of automotive retail operations, including independent used car dealerships, new and used car lots, multi location dealer groups, buy here pay here (BHPH) dealerships with in house financing, specialty dealers (luxury, golf carts, or niche vehicles), and dealerships paired with service, detail, or collision operations, with some listings including inventory and real estate. These businesses typically operate on a multi revenue automotive retail model, generating income from vehicle sales margins, financing and interest income, warranties and add on products, trade ins, and ongoing parts and service work, with BHPH models emphasizing recurring payments from customer loan portfolios.
Market Overview Listings for Sale (Median) Total California Market (Average)
Number of Businesses Analyzed14 2,678
Asking Price$915,000-
Reported Revenue$793,759 $5,178,466
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$274,500 $114,833
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
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Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$203,750$915,000$1,430,000

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Car Dealerships for sale in California.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$537,000$106,142
Median$793,759$274,500
Upper Quartile$1,230,000$448,158

Valuation Multiples

The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Car Dealerships listed for sale in California.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.481.75
Median0.852.68
Upper Quartile1.053.93

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy a Car Dealership in California?

The median asking price for an established Car Dealership in California is $915,000, though prices range from under $203,750 to well over $1,430,000.

How much do Car Dealerships owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of Car Dealerships in California is $793,759 and owners earn a median of $274,500, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.

How do I value a Car Dealership?

Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Car Dealerships in California, revenue multiples range from 0.48 to 1.05, with a median of 0.85. Earning multiples range from 1.75 to 3.93, with the median at 2.68. This means the typical Car Dealership in California may ask for around 0.85 times its annual revenue, and 2.68 times its annual owner earnings.

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