AutomotiveThis car wash business has operated continuously since 2010 and enjoys strong repeat business. Systems, vendor relationships, and an experienced team are all in place for a smooth handover. Performance has been consistent year over year, with the most recent period among the strongest in the company's history. The business has grown organically with virtually no paid advertising for most of its history, a testament to the strength of its reputation. Marketing spend is modest, leaving obvious headroom for a buyer who invests in digital advertising. The customer database numbers in the thousands and represents a valuable, largely untapped marketing asset. The local market is fragmented, positioning this business well for a buyer pursuing a consolidation strategy. The team is cross-trained across functions, so operations do not depend on any single employee. The current owner works a normal full-time schedule and focuses on quoting, scheduling, and customer relationships. An excellent opportunity for a first-time buyer or an existing operator seeking a proven platform.
Open to financing 10% of the price over 5 years at 6.5% with an acceptable down payment.
Owner is scaling back for health-and-lifestyle reasons and will assist with a full transition.
Operates from a 3,430 sq ft commercial space in a high-visibility location with ample parking.
Growth opportunities include expanded digital marketing, added service lines, and extended hours.
Modeling Highly Profitable Car Wash Serving Reno Since 2010 · $2.73M
Asking price is $2.73M. 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.
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