Retail - Gasoline Service Stations | Retail - Automotive Dealers

Asking Price	$259,000	Inventory	$55,000**
Gross Income	$938,000	Real Estate	$185,000**
Cash Flow	$160,000	Year Established	1970
FF&E	$70,000*	Employees	5

* included in the asking price

** not included in the asking price

From an operational and functional perspective, this business is the best automotive business this broker has ever seen. It is set up to maximize productivity and increase throughput. This has increased worker satisfaction, worker productivity, and allowed the business to perform more work in the same amount of time, which translates into more revenue. The owners have spent over $50,000 in the last two years on leasehold improvements and countless hours on marketing and image building which has gained them almost all local government accounts such as police department, sewer department, utilities, and fleet accounts of private businesses. From a must-see perspective, this rates a ten. If you do not fall in love with the facilities and find yourself impressed with the operational design, you will at least learn how an automotive shop should be designed. This business is NOT a franchise but it does have the clean feel of a newly built automotive franchise coupled with the charm of a small town repair shop. The d cor and employees emanate a "You are in good hands!" atmosphere. In 2008, this store was granted lower prices from their largest supplier in recognition of their higher sales. While the store has had "SALES', in general, prices have not dropped and have increased profitability.

Facilities: This is a 4,800 square foot building with 6 bays, five lifts, offices, two floors of storage, and a whole lot more. It is located downtown and has been there since the 1970s. It is a local institution with a great reputation. A home within walking distance may also be available as a separate purchase.

Competition: The drive to the nearest competitor is probably 30 minutes. In spite of having a local monopoly, prices are reasonable and service is excellent.

Growth/Expansion: There are multiple avenues for an aggressive owner to pursue. The store could open weekends, sell other items such as rims, off road vehicle parts, farm equipment parts, or diversify into service and repair of off-road or farm vehicles.

Support/Training: Owner will ensure a smooth transition

Reason Selling: The owner wants to go back into the corporate world.