Automotive
Sunnyvale, CA
Financial summary
Comparable pricing
17% below marketComparable Automotive businesses sell at a median of 3.1x SDE, based on 439 listings. This one asks 2.5x, about 17% below that median. At the comparable median it would price ~$1.1M.Methodology refines over time.Comparable Automotive businesses sell around $1.1M vs this $885K ask.
Methodology refines over time.
SBA financeability
Businesses in automotive repair & dealers are commonly SBA-financed. The figures below are the industry-category norm from SBA 7(a)/504 lending, a gauge of how financeable a deal like this tends to be.
Automotive Repair & Dealers benchmarks
Typical SBA leverage
70%
Industry charge-off
1.2%
Common term
10 yr
Median loan
$250,000
Active lenders in this category: The Huntington National Bank, U.S. Bank, National Association, Live Oak Banking Company.
Based on 15,276 SBA loans · source: SBA 7(a)/504 FOIA, as of 2026Q1 · industry-category level.
Detailed information
high SDE margin, priced below 1.5x revenue and strong SDE.
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Key points
Business description
SBA Pre-Approved. Long-established auto repair shop with 34 years of operating history serving Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, and San Jose. The business generates consistent revenue through a loyal, repeat customer base built primarily via word-of-mouth, with many clients retained for 10+ years. Services include general repair, brakes, oil changes, A/C, and electrical work, with approximately 90% same-day turnaround. The 2,900 sq. ft. leased facility is fully equipped with 4 bays, ample parking, and staffed for continued operations. Minimal marketing has been utilized, presenting upside through digital presence and service expansion (e.g., auto body). Simple business model, steady growth trend, and strong demand for maintenance on aging vehicles. Ideal for an owner-operator or as a bolt-on acquisition. Seller retiring.
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