San Bernardino County, CA
* Gross revenue $1 million (pro forma) * Highly efficient and well established/profitable Full Service Car Wash with full service details for 30+ years * Multiple profit centers; change oil, mini...
$2,950,000
Car Washes For Sale in California
Market Info
Full-Service Car Wash - Prime location on 1+ Acres w Details
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Rare Los Angeles Car Wash with Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles, CA
Compass Commercial is pleased to present the opportunity to acquire 3601 W Slauson Ave; a rare car wash property with real estate in Los Angeles. Situated on 17,190 SF of land and primely located on...
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$5,450,000
EXPRESS CAR WASH + PROPERTY near Major Intersection
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Jurupa Valley, CA
EXPRESS CAR WASH, Built in 2015, Major Intersection, over 49,000 vehicles per day • Prime location, near major intersection, Limonite Ave and Van Buren, with daily traffic over 49,000 vehicles per day...
$2,680,000
Premium Mobile Car Wash Business – Fully Remote, LA-Based – $45K Net
Los Angeles, CA
This is a turnkey, low-overhead opportunity ideal for an owner-operator or investor looking to grow in LA’s booming car care market. Priced to sell since the owner needs to shift his focus on his main...
$35,000
Car Wash + Real Estate + Upstairs Office, Oil & Lube Center
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Apple Valley, CA
• PRIME LOCATION, BEAR VALLEY RD, APPLE VALLEY - CA • Car Wash located on major Highway, built in 2007 and remodeled in 2024 • Offers multiple profit centers with many other possibilities • Ideal...
$2,890,000
Express Car Wash Newly Built In 2022 + Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Visalia, CA
• PRIME LOCATION, NEAR MAJOR INTERSECTION ACROSS FROM COMMUNITY SHOPPING CENTER • Bubble Zone Express Car Wash was built ground up in late 2022 and is equipped with top tier McNeil equipment -...
$8,990,000
Prime Location For Flex Car Wash - Currently Express Car Wash
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Palmdale, CA
Prime Location for Flex Car Wash Services – Full-Service & Express Car Wash • The property offers an exceptional opportunity to operate as a Flex Car Wash with both Full Service and Express Car Wash...
$4,990,000
Car Wash- Full Service- Located in the heart of Fairifeld CA
Fairfield, CA
This is a Full Service Car Wash business located on a very busy street. It is the oldest car wash in Fairfield and the only hand wash in town. We get a mix of cars but mostly higher-end vehicles that...
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$275,000
CAR WASH with Muli-Profit Centers, near Major Intersection
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
La Puente, CA
Full-Service Car Wash with Multi-Profit Centers Prime Location | High Traffic | Strong Demographics Multiple Profit Centers Include: 1. Hand Car Wash The flagship service is the Hand Car Wash, where...
$3,995,000
Auto Lube & Self Car Wash
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Brawley, CA
We are pleased to offer a unique opportunity to purchase an established Oil Lube and Self Car Wash property in Brawley, California at an affordable price point. According to CoStar the building is...
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$695,000
FranchiseTINT WORLD®
Available Nationwide
TINT WORLD® Automotive Styling Centers™ is America’s largest and fastest growing automotive accessories and window tinting franchise, specializing in in window tinting, protective film, vehicle wraps, audio and electronics, security systems, car and truck accessories, wheels and tires, ceramic coating and detailing services, and Mobile Services™ for residential, commercial, and marine window tinting, decorative films, and protective coatings services.
$150,000
See More FranchisesFULL-SERVICE CAR WASH, Near major intersection
Moreno Valley, CA
• Full-Service Car Wash – Major Street • REMODELED INSIDE - OUT • NEW Conveyor, NEW Vacuum, NEW 45Hp Blow Dryer • NEW Paint, Updated signs, Chem-Board • Turnkey Operation – Ready to Open • Water...
$350,000
EXPRESS CAR WASH Newley Built in 2023 $480,000
San Bernardino, CA
Express Car Wash located between 2 major off-ramps I-215 and Route 259 Prime Location, Exceptional Potential The Express Car Wash presents a compelling opportunity for both convenience and customer...
$480,000
Car Wash/Oil Change Facility in Lakewood
Lakewood, CA
This is a rare chance to acquire a highly improved and income-generating car wash at the signalized intersection of Pioneer Blvd and Centralia Street in Lakewood, CA. Located on a ±16,552 SF lot with...
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$3,500,000
Full Service Car Wash Business Opportunity | Long-Term Lease in Place
Mission Viejo, CA
This offering represents the sale of a fully operational, full-service car wash business—not the underlying real estate. The business operates from a ±1-acre parcel located on the outparcel of a...
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$3,500,000
Established Auto Detail Shop & Office Space/Apartment
Walnut Creek, CA
Price negotiable for the right buyer. Happy to share financial info upon request! If you’re looking to step into a successful business with a strong foundation, loyal clientele, and built-in systems...
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$190,000
Raymond P. Dowd
PNW Business Brokers, LLC
Serving Riverside County, CA
PNW Business Brokers, LLC is a partnership of experienced individuals with uniquely different backgrounds sharing their collective knowledge for the benefit of their clients. PNW is the only partner owned business brokerage in the Western US specializing in business exit sales exclusively in Oregon. Each partner / associate partner brings multiple decades of business experience, and everyone shares their extensive personal networks for the benefit of every client. Every partner is engaged with every client from business development, pre-sale planning, business valuation, marketing strategy development, buyer engagement, SBA lender, lawyer and CPA referrals, and transaction management through escrow closing. A Twenty-Six 5 star Google rating, 30 Sold businesses in Oregon with brokers in Eugene, Bend and Lake Oswego allows us to engage with, then market businesses from Portland to Grants Pass and from Florence to Bend. For greater wingspan, PNW also owns The Osprey M&A network which is exclusively focused on expanding exposure for business owners in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Colorado, Nevada and British Columbia. The participants are all top of their game professionals with extensive backgrounds each with their own state territory, each contributing equally to marketing and each capable of bringing buyers to any network listing.
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Car wash with detail and Tint
Los Angeles, CA
Full hand car wash with detail and tint shop for sale !...
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$35,000
Full-Service Car Wash + Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Bernardino, CA
• Established Reputation: San Bernardino is recognized as the first full-service car wash to offer 100% hand wash services since 1989, emphasizing a long-standing tradition of quality • Customer...
$1,490,000
Car Wash=full Service, Seller Financing Available
Jurupa Valley, CA
FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH, AUTOMATED EQUIPMENT, VEHICLES TOWEL DRIED UNDER SHADE Opal Car Wash is located in one of Riverside’s fast growing cities, Jurupa Valley, near Eastvale • Near busy signalized...
$1,000,000
EXPRESS CAR WASH, Newley Remodeled, Pomona CA
Pomona, CA
• EXPRESS CAR WASH - PRIME LOCATION, CA-71 MAJOR OFF RAMP IN THE CITY OF POMONA, CA • NEWLEY REMODELED AN EXPRESS CAR WASH, LOCATED ON MAJOR CA-71 OFF RAMP “MISSION BLVD” • UPGRADED TUNNEL, NEW WALL...
$1,290,000
Express Car Wash + Full Service And Auto Detail
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Manteca, CA
NEWLEY BUILT FLEX CAR WASH OPENED IN LATE 2024 UNIQUE COMBINATION OFFER’S EXPRESS CAR WASH + FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH AND AUTO DETAIL SERVICES LOCATED ON MAJOR OFF RAMP “YISEMITE AVE” ON CA-HWY 99,...
$5,650,000
FranchiseChristian Brothers Automotive
Available Nationwide
A trusted name in the auto repair industry for over 40 years, Christian Brothers Automotive is a Christian business that provides each guest the “love your neighbor” experience. Currently, there are more than 265 locations successfully operating across 30 states, with a growth plan to reach 350 strategically placed locations by end of 2025.
$85,000
See More FranchisesClean & Green Self Serve Car Washes for Sale (Portfolio)
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lompoc, CA
Whether you are highly experienced with the carwash businesses or newer to the carwash industry, this 2 unit portfolio is an excellent opportunity for you. The 178 Burton Mesa Blvd and 1112 E Ocean...
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$1,400,000
EXPRESS CAR WASH + 1.22 Acres Property + Solar Panels Approved
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Westminster, CA
EXPRESS CAR WASH, 1.22 ACRES, PRIME LOCATION, NEAR MAJOR INTERSECTION • 2020 Car Wash converted to an Express Car Wash. Major remodeling, New Sonnys Branded equipment installed with 20 vacuums • New...
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$9,790,000
Full-Service Car Wash + Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Moreno Valley, CA
• Full-Service Car Wash – Major Street • NEWLY REMODELED INSIDE - OUT - READY TO OPEN • NEW Conveyor, NEW Vacuum, NEW 45Hp Blow Dryer • NEW Paint, Updated signs, Chem-Board • Turnkey Operation – Ready...
$3,700,000
Car Wash + Property High Performing Sales over $1.8 million
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Rosa, CA
• HIGH PERFORMING FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH • Sales revenues are over $1.8 million in 2024 • Prime location for an Express Car Wash Conversion • Semi-Absentee owned and operated. • Major Street with daily...
$7,500,000
Arco am/pm Gas Station and Carwash-With Land (San Diego)
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Diego County, CA
Beautiful remolded Arco Gas Station and Car Wash. Sale includes both the business and the land. Sits on large .82 acre lot (40,000 sqft) Freeway location in San Diego. Large am/pm market with Beer and...
$9,750,000
Coin-Op Self-Serve Car Wash
Hemet, CA
• 8 Bays Self Serv Car Wash, including 1 Bay for RV-Motor Homes • LED energy saving lights • All Bays equipped with Credit Card Readers • Spot Free Water System • All Bays accepts, Credit Cards, Debt...
$690,000
Full Service + Express Car Wash + Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tracy, CA
FLEX - FULL SERVICE + EXPRESS CAR WASH IN THE CITY OF TRACY • Car Wash was remodeled in the past few years, upgraded from hand wash to Full Service automated Flex Wash in late 2023 • High volume, High...
$8,990,000
FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH - Entrance on 2 Street
Rialto, CA
• Located on a major Historical Route 66 - Foot Hill Blvd in the City of Rialto • Express Car Wash conversion possible, Discuss with car wash advisor • Near major intersection and major development...
$1,500,000
FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH - Historical Route 66 - Near Major Intersection
San Bernardino County, CA
• Located on a major Historical Route 66 – San Bernardino County • Express Car Wash conversion possible, Discuss with car wash advisor • Great location, Near major intersection, City Hall and...
$2,500,000
Full Service Car Wash + Express Car Wash
Colton, CA
FULL SERVICE Car Wash and EXPRESS CAR WASH - SELLER FINANCING • Great location, near I-215 and I-10 Freeways on major off ramp Washington St, Colton CA • Across from famous Fiesta Village Family Fun...
$1,500,000
Express Car Wash + Full Service Car Wash - Seller Financing Available
Palm Desert, CA
• Surrounded by Shopping Centers, Fast Food, Coffee Houses and other Retail Centers • Minutes away from Palm Desert Country Club and Woodhaven Country Club • Car Wash offers Fuller Service Car Wash to...
$590,000
EXPRESS CAR WASH - 2 TUNNELS - Seller Financing
Norco, CA
Rare Opportunity to Own an Express Car Wash with Dual Tunnels – Prime Norco Location • Take advantage of this unique investment opportunity in the heart of Norco, California – “Horsetown U.S.A.” • Two...
$1,290,000
Asset Sale3-Bay Self-Serve Car Wash For Sale
Sacramento, CA
You might consider buying The Freeport Car Wash - 2955 Freeport Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95818. The owners will sell the car wash and rent the land back to the buyer for $2000.00 a month. Lease and...
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$399,000
Real EstateExpress Car Wash
Fresno County, CA
Rare opportunity to purchase a very attractive, newly established, top of line Express Car Wash with Real Estate. that this Express Car Wash with Real Estate upon site visit becomes abundantly clear...
$4,850,000
Real EstateCar Wash Property in Long Beach for Lease and/or Sale!
Long Beach, CA
Presenting a prime commercial investment opportunity at 1500 W Pacific Coast Hwy in Long Beach, CA. This property features a 3,162 sq ft freestanding building situated on an 18,963 sq ft lot and...
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Real EstateExpress Car Wash Site - Cup Approved
Perris, CA
EXPRESS Car Wash Site • CUP Approved • 26,950 SF Lot Size • 5,005 SF Building Size • 115 Ft Tunnel • 19 Vacuums • Near major intersection and 215 Freeway off ramp • O’Reily’s Auto Parts opening soon...
$990,000
Profitable, well-located car wash business for sale in Sacramento!!!
Sacramento, CA
$2,459,000
Price Dropped...Flex Car Wash with Land - $3,500,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Compton, CA
$3,500,000
Coin Laundry & Coin Car Wash /w Property - Los Angeles
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles, CA
$7,100,000
Express Car Wash with Real Estate(Land & Building) - Very Attractive
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tulare County, CA
$8,997,000
Car Wash with Property in Eastside Los Angeles County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles County, CA
$3,990,000
Car wash with LAND $3.6M
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lake Elsinore, CA
$3,600,000
Jonathan Cheung, CFA
Transworld Business Advisors of North San Gabriel Valley
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, mergers and acquisitions, and franchises with 350+ offices and 1,000+ brokers. Whether you represent an acquisition-minded corporation or are personally interested in owning your own company or new franchise, Transworld Business Advisors offers the professional services that successfully bring buyers and sellers together. From business brokerage, to mergers and acquisitions or franchising; we are the business sale specialists.
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Hand Car Wash Orange County
Orange County, CA
$1,700,000
Express Car Wash Orange County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Orange County, CA
$11,000,000
CAR WASHES (2) La Jolla, Coronado-Business only, Spectacular locations
La Jolla, CA
$590,000
Express Car Wash Business for Sale in Central Valley, CA
Fresno County, CA
$1,500,000
Location Location Best Spot in E. Los Angeles
East Los Angeles, CA
$4,750,000
Established Full Serve Hand Car Wash For Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Cash Flow: $1,300,000
Full Service Carwash
Perris, CA
$550,000
Express Car Wash in Fresno County
Fresno County, CA
$1,950,000
Buy or Sell a Car Wash in California
Car washes are one of the most popular businesses to purchase thanks to the consistently high demand for their services, and relatively low operating expenses. This highly profitable business does tend to have higher capital expenditures.
Market Overview
We have aggregated and analyzed listings of car wash businesses in California to provide some context of the current market. Keep in mind, the financials presented are averages and each business is unique, so careful analysis and evaluation is necessary before making any investment or exit planning decisions.
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
42 |
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Median Asking Price |
$1,398,500 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$529,397 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$265,919 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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California Car Wash Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
2.26 |
2.26 |
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Median |
4.27 |
3.72 |
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Upper Quartile |
6.40 |
4.19 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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For an in-depth analysis of valuation trends and multiples, see our report on Car Wash Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks.
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a car wash in California?
The cost of buying a car wash can vary significantly depending on the location, size, and profitability of the business. Based on our most recent analysis of car washes listed for sale, the median asking price is $1,398,500.
How much do car wash owners earn?
California car wash owners' earnings vary, but the median reported revenue is $529,397, with owner earnings at $265,919 annually.
How do I value a car wash business?
Valuing a car wash business involves a multitude of factors, but most buyers and sellers will start by assessing its financial performance and comparing that to its peers in the market. Valuation multiples help compare similar businesses with different revenue and earnings levels.
As of our most recent analysis of asking prices in California, car wash revenue multiples range from 2.26 to 6.40, with the median at 4.27. Earnings multiples range from 2.26 to 4.19, with the median at 3.72. Using these values, the average car wash business in California might sell for 4.27 times its annual revenue and 3.72 times its annual owner’s discretionary earnings.
Keep in mind, asking prices tend to be higher than final sale prices, so these multiples tend to skew high. Real estate included in the sale will also drive valuation multiples higher.
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