Denton County, TX
$375,000

Denton County, TX
$375,000

Jarrell, TX
$1,386,881

Georgetown, TX
$1,113,119

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
York County, PA
$1,200,000
Indianapolis, IN
$1,100,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Crest Hill, IL
$699,000
Suffolk County, NY
$1,200,000
Harris County, TX
$350,000
Irwin, PA
$89,900
Delaware County, IN
$30,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Wisconsin
$2,299,999
Worcester County, MA
$950,000
Bergen County, NJ
$225,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Jefferson County, KY
$2,800,000
Paulding County, GA
$3,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Montgomery County, OH
$1,100,000
Randy Hendershot, CBB
Evolution Advisors
Serving Placer County, CA
Evolution provides a full range of professional services to anyone considering Buying or Selling a Business, including Valuation, Exit Strategies, Financing or anything else related to the sale or purchase of a business. Evolutions approach is unique and proven to work.
Russell County, VA
$175,000
Bronx, NY
$1,550,000
Walterboro, SC
$149,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Allegheny County, PA
$11,000,000
Texarkana, TX
$1,100,000
Jackson, MS
$2,799,000
Groton, CT
$1,495,000
Dallas County, TX
$200,000
Maricopa County, AZ
$6,200,000
Essex County, NJ
$650,000
King County, WA
$525,000
Suffolk County, NY
$3,200,000
Lee County, FL
$1,199,999
Bibb County, GA
$2,199,000
Indiana
$2,100,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Payson, AZ
$8,400,000
San Francisco, CA
$130,000
Mount Airy, GA
$649,000
Miami, FL
$1,600,000
San Francisco, CA
$130,000
Nassau County, NY
$375,000
Baltimore City County, MD
$365,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Caruthers, CA
$675,000
Prince George's County, MD
$400,000
Quitman, GA
$129,000
Collin County, TX
$550,000
Clermont, FL
$150,000
La Habra, CA
$210,000
Hedy Nelson
Keller Williams Commercial
Serving Anne Arundel County, MD
Port Orange, FL
$125,000
Melville, NY
$2,999,999
El Paso County, TX
$450,000
Providence County, RI
$275,000
Tarrant County, TX
$9,600,000
Ohio
$1,500,000
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.