Established Central Illinois Auto Repair Business w/ Real Estate – 65+ Years of Trusted Service
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Profitable, Long-Established Auto Repair Shop – With Real Estate – Central Illinois
This full-service auto repair business has served its Central Illinois community for over 65 years, earning a trusted reputation built on integrity, high-quality workmanship, and strong customer loyalty spanning multiple generations. The shop offers a comprehensive range of services including diagnostics, engine and brake repairs, oil changes, tire services, air conditioning work, and routine maintenance for both domestic and foreign vehicles. It operates from a well-maintained facility equipped with multiple service bays, modern diagnostic equipment, and convenient on-site parking—making it ideal for handling steady volume efficiently.
The business is fully staffed with experienced technicians, and the seller is willing to support a smooth transition post-sale. It consistently receives excellent online reviews, maintaining a 4.9-star rating across 65+ Google reviews, and generates strong referral traffic. Included in the sale is the real estate, a substantial inventory of furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E), and the long-standing brand equity that drives its repeat business. Over the past three years, the business has averaged approximately gross revenues $475K+ / $100K+ in annual cash flow (SDE), offering stable income with potential upside.
With growth opportunities such as extending service hours, implementing digital marketing, offering fleet contracts, or adding new services, this turnkey business is well-positioned for continued success under new ownership. Full details available to qualified buyers upon execution of a confidentiality agreement.
Financial Information
- $550,000 Asking Price
- $100,000 Cash Flow
- $475,000 Gross Revenue
- Yes Financing
Business Location
- City: Central Illinois
- State: Illinois
Financing Comments
- Seller willing to provide a minimal amount of seller financing for the right qualified buyer.
Reason for Sale
- Retirement
Detailed information
- Year Established: 1957
- Home Based: No
- Franchise: No
- Relocatable: No
- Lender Prequalified: No
- SBA Prequalified: No
- Full-Time Employees: 2
- Part-Time Employees: N/A
- Contractors: N/A
- Owner Worked Hours/w: 40
- Inventory Included: No
- Real Estate Available: Yes
- Real Estate Included: Yes
- Real Estate Value: $250,000
- FF&E Included?: Yes
- FF&E Value: $100,000
Training/Support
- Seller willing to train new buyer.
Business Listed by
Misty Menossi
Sunbelt of EdwardsvilleContact Business Broker
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