REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Florida
$1,100,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Florida
$1,100,000

Miami, FL
$299,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Camden County, NJ
$2,000,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Georgia
$3,450,000
Camden County, NJ
$1,800,000
Brooklyn, NY
$2,200,000
Nassau County, NY
$999,999
Nassau County, NY
$1,600,000
Cumming, GA
$9,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Hartford County, CT
$750,000
Nassau County, NY
$3,500,000
Macon, MO
$1,300,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Florida
$9,500,000
New York
$3,600,000
New York
$2,200,000
Kings County, NY
$2,200,000
Brandy Rumph
Ameri Business
Serving Lawrence County, IN
Transactions handled by Ameri-Business brokers are held confidentially by all parties. We require that a prospective buyer review and sign a non-disclosure statement outlining his responsibility in having access to a seller’s confidential information. This occurs before any detailed information concerning a specific opportunity is released. Ameri-Business Brokers is committed to protecting the confidentiality of the business sale. We understand that the public knowledge of a potential sale can affect the attitudes and actions of customers, employees, competitors, lenders, suppliers, or investors and thus the value of the company. We also want to safeguard the employment status of a potential buyer while he or she considers a very important change for their future. Each agent at Ameri-business Brokers brings an extensive training and experience to the table with each business sale they negotiate. Our professional brokers come from a variety of backgrounds, including accounting, law, banking, real estate and insurance - so no matter what business you are looking to buy or sell, you can trust that you will be in well-qualified hands. We go the extra mile to make the transaction run smooth.
Suffolk County, NY
$3,300,000
Nassau County, NY
$4,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Camden County, NJ
$1,500,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Streamwood, IL
$9,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Savanna, IL
$425,000
Fresno County, CA
$1,950,000
Fort Worth, TX
$9,495,000
New York
$6,500,000
Suffolk County, NY
$3,600,000
Kings County, NY
$2,200,000
Sitka, AK
$600,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Florida
$6,250,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Stone Mountain, GA
$3,200,000
Tucker, GA
$5,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles County, CA
$7,500,000
Nassau County, NY
$2,500,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Houston, TX
$1,700,000
Dix Hills, NY
$325,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Hazelwood, MO
$1,300,000
Miami, FL
$1,650,000
Lanett, AL
$1,299,000
Miami Beach, FL
$46,500
Pearland, TX
$1,975,000
Anoka, MN
$690,000
Cape Coral, FL
$7,500,000
Queens, NY
$135,000
Sulphur Springs, TX
$1,700,000
Saint Petersburg, FL
$90,000
Jose Carlos Perez
Miami Business Advisors
Serving Miami-Dade County, FL
Miami Business Advisors is a boutique consulting and business brokerage firm based in Miami, Florida. We provide advisory and intermediation services to mid-size and small privately held companies in the USA, Latin America, and Southern Europe. Our Focus • Curating a strong portfolio of U.S. businesses for qualified buyers. • Supporting U.S. owners in selling businesses due to retirement or changing goals. • Guiding Latin American and European buyers in acquiring U.S. companies to enter new markets or relocate. • Assisting North American clients in partnering with Latin American and European firms for international expansion. Industry Expertise We have in-depth experience in a wide range of business sectors, including: • Manufacturing • Education & Children • Building & Construction • Entertainment, Recreation & Travel • Health Care • Restaurants & Food • Service Businesses • Wholesale, Import & Distribution ... and more.
Bossier City, LA
$980,000
Lafayette, LA
$2,925,000
Mississippi
$150,000
Port Arthur, TX
$1,400,000
Princeton, TX
$2,400,000
Georgia
$847,900
Car washes are one of the most popular businesses to purchase thanks to the consistently high demand for their services, and relatively low operating expenses. This highly profitable business does tend to have higher capital expenditures.
Market Overview
We have aggregated and analyzed listings of car wash businesses to provide some context of the current market. Keep in mind, the financials presented are averages and each business is unique, so careful analysis and evaluation is necessary before making any investment or exit planning decisions.
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 314 |
| Median Asking Price | $2,000,000 |
| Median Reported Revenue | $854,500 |
| Median Reported Earnings | $350,000 |
| Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. | |
Car Wash Valuation Multiples
| Range | Revenue | Earnings (SDE) |
| Lower Quartile | 1.51 | 4.25 |
| Median | 2.64 | 5.83 |
| Upper Quartile | 4.16 | 7.06 |
| Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. | ||
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Car Wash Business Valuation Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a car wash?
The cost of buying a car wash can vary significantly depending on the location, size, and profitability of the business. Based on our most recent analysis of car washes listed for sale, the median asking price is $2,000,000.
How much do car wash owners earn?
Car wash owners' earnings also vary, but the median reported revenue is $854,500, with owner earnings at $350,000 annually.
Where are most car washes for sale located?
The top metro areas for car wash listings are:
States with the most listings include:
How do I value a car wash business?
Valuing a car wash business involves a multitude of factors, but most buyers and sellers will start by assessing its financial performance and comparing that to its peers in the market. Valuation multiples help compare similar businesses with different revenue and earnings levels.
As of our most recent analysis of asking prices, car wash revenue multiples range from 1.51 to 4.16, with the median at 2.64. Earnings multiples range from 4.25 to 7.06, with the median at 5.83. Using these values, the average car wash business might sell for 2.64 times its annual revenue and 5.83 times its annual owner’s discretionary earnings.
Keep in mind, asking prices tend to be higher than final sale prices, so these multiples tend to skew high.
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