Richmond City County, VA
$175,000

Richmond City County, VA
$175,000

$73,000,000

Miami, FL
$1,250,000

Miami-Dade County, FL
$80,000
Nebraska
$1,855,000
Multnomah County, OR
$1,860,000
Baltimore City County, MD
$1,750,000
Dallas County, TX
$185,000
Oregon
$625,000
Richmond, CA
$120,000
California
$2,200,000
Logan, OH
$950,000
$8,650,000
$5,000,000
Tulsa County, OK
Tennessee
$7,375,000
Posen, IL
$450,000
Mike Denham
First Choice Business Brokers Atlanta Metro
Serving Clarke County, GA
As Top Business Brokers and M&A Advisors, we specialize in business sales across all industries with transaction sizes from approximately $50,000 to $50 million. Established in 1994, First Choice Business Brokers has grown to become one of the largest organizations specializing in business sales in the U.S. We have listed and managed the sale of businesses valued at over $7.5 billion. Industries include but are not limited to: Auto Service, Distribution, Retail, Construction, HVAC, Medical Billing, E-Commerce, Manufacturing, Wholesale, Technology, Practice Sales, B2B Services, Healthcare Services, Pet Care, and more!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Hancock County, ME
$910,000
Orlando, FL
$625,000
Collin County, TX
$150,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Norfolk County, MA
$4,300,000
Virginia
$1,260,000
North Carolina
$11,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Buffalo, NY
$2,400,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
W Amherst, NY
$1,900,000
$2,000,000
Farmers Branch, TX
Las Vegas, NV
$295,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tennessee
$2,300,000
Orlando, FL
$2,500,000
Tulsa County, OK
$425,000
Hillsborough County, NH
$1,300,000
Gulfport, MS
$170,000
East Farmingdale, NY
$750,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
$2,850,000
Las Vegas, NV
$1,500,000
Miami-Dade County, FL
$2,500,000
$2,250,000
Gresham, OR
Miami, FL
$1,900,000
$1,850,000
Ephrata, PA
$660,000
Dallas, TX
$2,900,000
Highland Park, MI
$895,000
Miami, FL
$1,200,000
Kula, HI
Not Disclosed
Swiftwater, PA
$2,000,000
Kim Merrill
SFA Advisors
Serving Davidson County, TN
Looking to buy, sell, or expand a franchise? Success Franchise Advisors is here to help! As a global leader in franchise resales, new territory development, and business expansion, we've guided hundreds of clients through every step of the process. With offices across the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, and the Middle East, we offer expert support wherever you are. Ready to take the next step? Call or text us at 860-930-8171. Not interested in a franchise but ready to leave the corporate world? Let’s explore the booming vending business together! A vending machine business lets you start small while keeping your current job, building extra income as you create your exit strategy. Or, you can go all in and replace your income full-time. Ready to take control of your future? Let’s chat!
Hyde Park, NY
Not Disclosed
Henderson, NV
$1,750,000
Miami, FL
$1,500,000
Stuart, FL
$2,995,000
Long Beach, CA
$139,000
Orlando, FL
Not Disclosed
Shamong, NJ
$789,000
Jonesboro, GA
$1,209,450
Dallas, TX
$3,450,000
A car dealership can be a profitable and fulfilling business to own. However, like any business, it comes with its own set of challenges and opportunities. With the right strategy and approach, a car dealership has the potential for strong returns on investment and long-term success. However, it is important to thoroughly research and understand the market dynamics, consumer behavior, and regulatory requirements before making any purchasing decisions.
If you are looking to buy or sell a car dealership, you will need to understand how these businesses are expected to perform financially, and how they are valued among buyers and owners. To provide some benchmarks, we have aggregated and analyzed car dealership for sale listing data to surface market valuation metrics, and average revenue and profit figures.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
166 |
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Median Asking Price |
$962,375 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$3,394,176 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$353,011 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Car Dealership Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.16 |
1.73 |
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Median |
0.27 |
2.93 |
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Upper Quartile |
0.54 |
4.15 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Read the Report:
Car Dealership Business Valuation Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a car dealership?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a car dealership in the U.S. is approximately $962,375.
How much do car dealership owners earn?
Car dealership businesses vary in sales volume, but owners report median annual sales of $3,394,176 and annual owner earnings of $353,011. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a car dealership business?
Valuing a car dealership business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, growth (or decline) trends, and macroeconomic trends. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples in the automotive dealership industry typically range from 0.16 to 0.54, with the median at 0.27. Earnings multiples range from 1.73 to 4.15, with the median at 2.93. These values suggest the average car dealership in the U.S. may sell for around 0.27 times its annual revenue, and 2.93 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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