AutomotiveA profitable auto body shop operation serving the greater Brooklyn market since 2012. Employees are experienced, licensed where required, and accustomed to operating with limited owner oversight. The business operates on modern software for scheduling, invoicing, and customer management, so a new owner inherits clean data and repeatable processes. Under the same ownership since 2012, the company has weathered multiple economic cycles while maintaining profitability. The business enjoys attractive margins relative to industry averages thanks to disciplined pricing and low overhead. The business maintains an excellent reputation, reflected in its ratings across the major review platforms. Bookkeeping is clean and professionally maintained, with financials ready for buyer review. Owner involvement is primarily managerial; no specialized license is required for ownership, though one is preferred. Most new business arrives through referrals and repeat customers, so paid acquisition remains an untapped lever. The Brooklyn market continues to grow, and demand for auto body shop services has remained resilient through economic cycles. Barriers to entry at this scale are meaningful, and the company's tenure gives it a durable advantage over newer entrants. The company has expanded its service area gradually over time and now serves customers throughout the surrounding counties. A tenured team of 8 handles day-to-day operations; several key employees have been with the company for many years. The business generates dependable cash flow with margins at or above industry benchmarks. Revenue is diversified across residential and commercial accounts, with no single customer representing a significant concentration. Many customer relationships span a decade or more, and several commercial accounts are on multi-year arrangements. The current owner works a normal full-time schedule and focuses on quoting, scheduling, and customer relationships. Systems, vendor relationships, and an experienced team are all in place for a smooth handover. The brand is well recognized locally, supported by years of consistent signage, vehicle wraps, and community involvement. This is a turnkey opportunity for an owner-operator or a strategic buyer looking to expand in the market.
Open to financing 50% of the price over 7 years at 7% with an acceptable down payment.
Owner is retiring after 14 years in the business.
Seller offers 8 weeks of hands-on training, with phone support for 6 months after closing.
Operates from a 7,470 sq ft commercial space in a high-visibility location with ample parking.
The local market is fragmented; this business is among the most established names in its trade area.
Growth opportunities include expanded digital marketing, added service lines, and extended hours.
Modeling Auto Body & Collision Shop Netting $232K in Brooklyn · $996K
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SBA 7(a) acquisition loans typically require ~10% down.
SBA business-acquisition loans are usually 10 years.
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