AutomotiveRare opportunity to acquire a automotive business with 39 years of operating history in a growing market. Customer retention is high, and the phone continues to ring on the strength of the company's name alone. Standard operating procedures are documented, making training and quality control straightforward. Most new business arrives through referrals and repeat customers, so paid acquisition remains an untapped lever. The company runs on documented processes with a trained staff of 8 in place, allowing the owner to focus on high-level management. Under the same ownership since 1987, the company has weathered multiple economic cycles while maintaining profitability. Performance has been consistent year over year, with the most recent period among the strongest in the company's history. The Billings market continues to grow, and demand for automotive services has remained resilient through economic cycles. The current owner works a normal full-time schedule and focuses on quoting, scheduling, and customer relationships. A balanced mix of one-time projects and repeat engagements smooths revenue through the year and reduces seasonality risk. A qualified buyer can step into stable cash flow from day one.
Seller will carry 50% at 8% interest, 5-year note, for a well-qualified buyer.
After 39 years, the owner is ready to pass the business to its next operator.
Comprehensive 3-week transition included; seller open to a longer consulting arrangement.
The business occupies a 11,260 sq ft commercial space; the space is well-maintained and fully equipped.
Few direct competitors offer the same breadth of services in the immediate market.
Growth opportunities include expanded digital marketing, added service lines, and extended hours.
Modeling Profitable Automotive Company Operating Since 1987 · $1.47M
Asking price is $1.47M. Type an offer or drag to model one.
SBA 7(a) acquisition loans typically require ~10% down.
SBA business-acquisition loans are usually 10 years.
A market salary for whoever runs the business day-to-day, subtracted from earnings to show true profit. Set to $0 if you will owner-operate.
Estimates for illustration only, based on the listed SDE and your assumptions. Closing costs are estimated at ~2.5% of price for fees and working capital. Actual loan terms, taxes, and earnings will differ. This is not financial advice. Verify all figures in diligence and consult qualified advisors.
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AI-estimated comparable ranges from general market knowledge · as of 2026-08-04 · AI estimate (Claude) · general market knowledge. Reference only, not verified market data or a valuation.
Rough AI estimate for a mid-sized automotive service or repair business in the Billings area, not verified market data or an appraisal; actual comps vary widely by segment (repair, body shop, tire, dealership-adjacent) and real estate treatment.
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