15+ yr Legacy Auto Repair and and STAR Smog Shop In I.E.
Award-Winning Auto Repair & STAR Smog Shop – 15+ Years – Inland Empire
Well-established award-winning auto repair and STAR-certified smog inspection shop available in the Inland Empire. This highly reputable business has been operating successfully at the same location for over 15 years and is a recognized staple in the local community, supported by strong Yelp reviews and a loyal repeat customer base.
The shop is professionally operated with ASE-certified technicians and a clean, efficient layout designed to handle volume and support future growth. The facility features large double bays, allowing multiple vehicles to be serviced indoors at the same time, improving productivity and workflow.
Business Highlights:
- 15+ years at the same established location
- ASE-certified technicians on staff
- STAR-certified smog inspection station
- Award-winning shop with excellent Yelp reviews
- Large double bays with multiple lifts
- Dyno and equipment recently serviced and in excellent condition
- Clean, well-maintained, and organized facility
- Strong, loyal customer base with repeat business
- Seller retiring, offering transition support
Growth & Upside Potential:
- Expand service hours and increase bay utilization
- Add complementary services or fleet accounts
- Improve margins with operational efficiencies
- Ideal platform for a multi-location operator or investor
Additional Details:
Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment (FF&E): $75,000 Included in asking price
Employees: 5 (4 Full-time, 1 Part-time)
Facilities: This is a leased location of 4,200 square feet with a Total monthly rent of $5,242. Lease ends 11/2026 with 1 Option, 5 Years. Seller is active with 4 FT and 1 PT employees. Hours of operation are 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday. $75,000 in FF&E included in the asking price. $40,000 made in leasehold improvements. Bar license and ect. required.
Support & Training: 2 weeks
Reason for Selling: Retiring
This is a turnkey automotive business with proven operations and meaningful upside for a motivated buyer. Opportunities like this—especially with smog certification and long-term location stability—are rarely available.