Auto Repair Shops

General automotive repair and maintenance shops, excluding body work and specialized services.

Other ServicesNAICS: 811111

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Market Overview

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Active Listings

340

Median Asking Price

$295,000

Median Revenue

$520,000

Median Cashflow

$130,000

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Valuation Multiples

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Auto Repair Shops valuation multiples with percentile ranges (n=180 transactions)
Metric	Median	25th Percentile	75th Percentile
SDE Multiple	2.30x	1.70x	3.00x
EBITDA Multiple	3.50x	N/A	N/A
Revenue Multiple	0.40x	N/A	N/A

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Note: Multiples are based on 180 recent transactions in this industry. SDE and EBITDA multiples represent median asking prices relative to earnings metrics. Your specific deal may vary based on growth trajectory, customer concentration, and management depth.

Deal Structure Considerations

Typical Financing

SBA 7(a) loans: 75-90% LTV common
Owner financing: 10-25% typical
Buyer equity: 10-25% down required

Earnout Structures

Earnouts: 0-20% of purchase price
Timeframe: 1-3 years typical
Based on: Revenue, margin, or EBITDA targets

Key Due Diligence Areas

Customer Concentration & Retention↓

For Auto Repair Shops businesses, evaluate your top 10 customers as a percentage of revenue. Typical red flags: single customer over 20% of revenue or top 3 customers representing more than 50% of revenue.

Financial History & Add-Backs↓

Review 3 years of financials. For Auto Repair Shops, common add-backs include: owner's discretionary expenses, one-time consulting fees, and non-recurring legal/accounting costs. Verify all add-backs with documentation.

Recurring Revenue & Contracts↓

Identify what percentage of revenue is recurring or under contract. Multi-year contracts and recurring revenue models reduce valuation risk and support higher multiples in Auto Repair Shops businesses.

SBA Lending for Auto Repair Shops

SBA 7(a) loans are commonly used to finance Auto Repair Shops acquisitions. These loans typically offer:

Loan Amount

Up to $5M

Term

Up to 10 years

LTV

90% typical

Lenders focus on cashflow, industry experience, and working capital. For Auto Repair Shops businesses, typical debt service coverage ratio (DSCR) requirements are 1.25x minimum.

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Disclaimer: The information provided on this page is for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be considered financial, legal, or investment advice. Business valuations depend on many factors specific to each situation. Always consult with qualified professionals — including business brokers, CPAs, and M&A attorneys — before making acquisition or sale decisions. LegacyVector is not a licensed broker, financial advisor, or attorney. Data shown may be based on limited samples and may not reflect current market conditions.