Tulsa, OK
$1,650,000
Tulsa, OK
$1,650,000
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
Louisiana
$9,000,000
La Grange, TX
$520,000
Depew, NY
$549,000
Mississippi
$3,500,000
Harvey, IL
$1,000,000
Leo Tudela
Sunbelt of Northern Virginia
Serving Loudoun County, VA
Selling a Business When selling a business, it is vital that you use a professional who is experienced in selling businesses. Our Sunbelt of Northern Virginia office will do a complete evaluation of your business to ensure the maximum value for the sale of your business. Our office is the trusted and preferred franchise resale office in the mid-Atlantic for over 130 franchise systems. No matter if your business is a franchise or independent, Sunbelt will work with you to sell your business confidentially, quickly, and for the most value. Buying a Business The business brokers at Sunbelt do all of the time-consuming searching for profitable opportunities for you and protect your interests when buying a business. In addition, our office represents nearly 600 franchise and business opportunity concepts and is able to find you the right business for you--no other office in the greater DMV has as many potential business options as our office.
Miami, FL
Not Disclosed
Lewis County, WA
$1,900,000
Missouri
$1,150,000
Kings County, CA
$18,000,000
Livingston County, IL
$2,000,000
North Port, FL
$1,500,000
Craig County, OK
$1,350,000
Dallas County, TX
$1,400,000
Tarrant County, TX
$1,890,000
Hood County, TX
$2,400,000
Tarrant County, TX
$1,700,000
Winnebago County, IL
$700,000
Fort Pierce, FL
$895,000
Houston, TX
Not Disclosed
Mesa, AZ
$1,900,000
Comanche County, TX
$1,290,000
Pratt, KS
$250,000
Pratt, KS
$550,000
New York
$5,500,000
Florida
$7,000,000
Georgia
Not Disclosed
Daytona Beach, FL
$2,200,000
Lake County, IN
$1,700,000
North Huntingdon, PA
$699,750
Los Angeles, CA
$5,200,000
Wright, WY
$3,200,000
Wayne County, MI
$1
North Miami, FL
$2,400,000
Michael Canales
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, FL
Franklin, NC
$1,450,000
Wenona, IL
$4,000,000
Chicago, IL
$449,900
Wichita Falls, TX
$2,650,000
Jacksonville, FL
$2,199,000
Mooresville, NC
$1,400,000
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 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.