Turnkey Import Auto Repair — 26 Years, 5-Star Reviews, North ATL

Established in 1999, this is a well-respected independent auto repair business in one of metro Atlanta's most affluent and fastest-growing northern suburbs. For more than 26 years the shop has built a loyal, repeat customer base as a specialist in Japanese and Asian import vehicles, while also servicing all domestic makes and models. It operates from a high-visibility, high-traffic location with strong road frontage.
The business has grown revenue approximately 45% over the past four years, with gross margins expanding to over 66%. It runs on a near-zero advertising budget — a testament to its reputation and word-of-mouth referral base — which points to clear, untapped growth for a new owner willing to invest in marketing, add tire service, or extend operating hours.
Highlights:
• 26-year operating history with a loyal, predominantly repeat customer base
• Specialty in higher-margin Japanese and Asian import vehicles; services all makes
• 5-star Google rating with 500+ reviews; RepairPal Certified; Castrol-sponsored
• Fully tooled shop: multiple lifts, drive-on alignment system, modern diagnostics
• NAPA-backed 12-month warranty; online booking through an established website
• High-traffic, high-income trade area in North Metro Atlanta
• Near-zero advertising spend — significant marketing and service-line upside
• Does not currently offer tires — a natural add-on revenue opportunity
• SBA 7(a) pre-qualified; seller will assist with transition
The owner is retiring after a long career and is committed to a smooth transition. This is a turnkey opportunity for an owner-operator, an existing shop owner seeking a second location, or a technician ready to step into ownership of an established, profitable business.

Down Payment: N/A

Total Sales: $452,856

Cash Flow: $118,000

EBIT: N/A

EBITDA: N/A

Accounts Receivable: N/A

FFE: N/A

FFE Included: Yes

Inventory: N/A

Inventory Included: Yes

Year Established: 1999

Lender Pre-Qualified: Yes

Non-Owner Payroll: N/A

Employees: 2

Absentee Owner: No

Security on Lease: Yes

Real Estate: N/A

Real Estate Included: No

Monthly Rent: $5,400

Franchise: No

Facilities Information:

Leased shop in a high-traffic North Fulton County location with strong road frontage. 5 bays, 3 Rotary lifts, and a Hunter drive-on alignment rack. Waiting area, WiFi, coffee, night/key drop. Lease is assignable or a new lease can be arranged; terms available under NDA. Hours Mon–Thu 8–5, Fri 8–noon, leaving room to extend.

Reason For Sale:

Retiring

Training & Support:

Seller is committed to a smooth transition and will provide training and support to the new owner for an agreed period following the sale. Terms negotiable

Competition:

he shop competes with national chains, dealership service departments, and other independents in the area, but differentiates through a 26-year reputation, a specialty in Japanese and Asian import vehicles, 5-star reviews, and RepairPal and Castrol credentials. Deep repeat-customer loyalty and a high-visibility location provide a durable edge. Demand for independent auto repair in this affluent, growing North Atlanta market is steady and recession-resilient.

Potential Growth:

• Add tire sales and installation — currently not offered
• Invest in marketing and online presence (near-zero current spend)
• Extend operating hours (currently closed weekends; Friday half-day)
• Expand technician capacity to increase car count
• Pursue local fleet and commercial accounts for recurring revenue