Auto Repair in South Suburbs
Listing ID: 69006

Automotive repair in New Lenox, great captive audience in a high volume retail store.

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Industry: Automotive Repair and Maintenance
Title: Auto Repair in South Suburbs

Listed Price:

$200,000

Total Sales:

$431,000
Owner Cash Flow: $13,500

Fixtures, Furniture & Equipment:

$1,000   (Included in listed price)

Inventory:

$2,000   (Included in listed price)
Financing / Terms:
Owner will work with the right buyer on financing
Reason for Sale:
Owner wants to pursue other interests.
Training & Support:
Qualified staff will stay on, owner will help during the transition.

Listing Broker

Jay Kleinow
 
Executive Summary
Business Description:
Full service, auto mechanical repair shop located in a KMart Store. Maintenence is the key, it's less technical, give higher profit margins and is less labor intensive.
Historical Summary:
Current owner has had the facility for 5 years. As the market has changed, they haven't been able to adjust to the changing consumer mentality. Fresh approach would be helpful.
Owner Qualifications:
Previous autombile experience would be very helpful.
Competition:
There are numerous other shops in the immediate area. There is a new hospital being built that is 7 minutes away from this shop. Properly marketing to this huge audience would help to increase business.
Potential for Growth:
As individuals are holding on to their cars longer, the potential for growth is expeptional. Maintianing a vehicle is the easiest way to ensure that it lasts longer. This facility has had contracts with the U.S. Mail for vehicle maintenence. Growth should be 5-7% per year
 
Operations
Year of Last Acquisition: 2006
Form of Ownership: Franchise, they own 25% of the business
   
Location
Type of Location: Commercial
Square Footage: 3900
Facilities / Location Description:
7 bays with 5 lifts, one alignement rack. Nice facility, clean, neat.
Monthly Rent: $3,615
Option: Lease is being regotiated to 50% of current rate
Terms and Conditions: 5 year term

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