Automotive
CA
Financial summary
Comparable pricing
17% above marketComparable Automotive businesses sell at a median of 3.1x SDE, based on several listings. This one asks 3.6x, about 17% above that median. At the comparable median it would price ~$685K.Methodology refines over time.Comparable Automotive businesses sell around $685K vs this $800K 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
Priced below 1.5x revenue.
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Key points
Business description
Automotive paint supply business for sale in San Mateo County. This profitable, turnkey operation specializes in automotive paint products, supplies, and expert color-matching services. The business has built a strong reputation, loyal customer base, and long-standing relationships with local body shops and automotive professionals. Fully staffed and generating consistent cash flow, it is ready for a smooth ownership transition. Included in the sale are approximately $130,000 in Accounts Receivable and $225,000 in inventory, providing approximately $355,000 in working capital assets. An excellent opportunity to acquire an established and growing business. SF11546 SBA pre-approved
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