Visalia, CA
For access to the Data Room, please sign the following NDA • Rare opportunity to purchase a turnkey operating express car wash built in 2022 priced well below replacement cost • Built for...
Car Washes For Sale in California
Market Info
For Sale | Bubble Zone Car Wash
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For Sale | Ultra Express Car Wash
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside, CA
For access to the Data Room, please sign the following NDA: https://bit.ly/ultra-express 1. Extremely rare opportunity to purchase a fully outfitted, operating express carwash, complete with all...
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Turn Key Full Service Car Wash for Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
Established multi-site car wash platform operating two full-service locations in California, strategically positioned along high-traffic commercial corridors. The business utilizes a conveyor-based...
Cash Flow: $930,000
Turnkey OC Mobile Detailing – 2 Fitted Vans, App, Domain & Reviews
Asset Sale
Lake Forest, CA
Ridey is a turnkey mobile car wash and detailing brand built in Orange County, California, with the vision of becoming a larger mobile car care platform. The business was developed as a premium...
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Express Car Wash Newly Built In 2024 + Property
Montebello, CA
A New-Generation Express Car Wash with Real Estate • Newly Built in 2024: Ride Thru Express Car Wash offers modern infrastructure, a state-of-the-art express tunnel, and valuable real estate •...
76 Gas, CK, Express Car Wash Built in 2023 + Rental Space 6,164 SF
San Bernardino, CA
76 Gas Station, Circle K, Express Car Wash built in 2023, Retail Center + Property Investment Highlights · Modern design, multi-profit center investment opportunity newly built in late 2023 · Multiple...
EBITDA: $1,381,500
CAR WASH - Densley Populated Area, near Major Intersection
Rowland Heights, CA
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS Rare opportunity to acquire an established Full-Service Car Wash operation in the heart of Rowland Heights • Full-Service Car Wash, Well established Reputation, Exceptional Lease...
Car Wash - Seller Financing
Montclair, CA
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS • True 100% Hand Car Wash - Automated wash tunnel with 100% Hand Car Wash • SELLER FINANCING available with $280,000 down payment - 36 YEARS LEASE • High-visibility location with...
Express Car Wash - Real Estate - Rental Income
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Ontario, CA
EXPRESS CAR WASH + REAL ESTATE – DUAL FLEX CAR WASH MODEL + RENTAL INCOME • This Flex Car Wash combines both Express Car Wash and Full-Service Car Wash operations • Attracts both speed-focused and...
Established self serve car wash with Commercial Building.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Portola, CA
Imagine owning the only self-serve car wash in Portola, California – you'll have a true monopoly in this charming Plumas County community! This isn't just a car wash; you're getting a complete...
Cash Flow: $30,000
Christian Brothers Automotive
Franchise
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.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,865,872
SBA Pre-Approved Semi-Absentee Car Wash and Real Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Compton, CA
This established express car wash is located along a high-traffic corridor in Compton, California. Built in 2019, the property features an approximately 2,488-square-foot car wash facility situated on...
State of the art express exterior Carwash
Yreka, CA
Only Carwash in siskiyou county California, ca. in the Walmart regional shopping center. Yreka is the county seat. Population 45000 Business well established with great growth potential...
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Car Wash + Property 1.28 acres, Oil Change, Smog-Tint Shops
Apple Valley, CA
Car Wash + Property 1.28 acres, Oil Change, Smog Shop, Tint Shop, Upstairs Office SELLER MUST SELL DUE TO HEALTH REASONS. PRESENT ALL OFFERS The real property was appraised at $2 million in 2024. The...
EBITDA: $212,300
Good Time Car Wash
Moreno Valley, CA
Progressive Real Estate Partners is pleased to present for sale Good Time Car Wash, a full service car wash business featuring a recent renovation. The property consists of a ±5,400 SF building...
Established Auto Detail Shop & Office Space/Apartment
Walnut Creek, CA
Price is negotiable for the right buyer. Financial information is available upon request to qualified and serious inquiries. Owner operates the business on a part time basis. Valuation is the standard...
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Rick Teh, EMBA, CBI
Accel Business Advisors
Serving Alameda County, CA
We are a team of seasoned business brokers passionate about helping business owners and investors in business transactions. Our brokers operate less like salespeople and more closely to wedding planners - we will get to know your needs, show you what it will take to get there, and make sure that things are going according to plan the entire way. Our team of brokers has extensive experience and training working with a wide variety of business listings and performing valuations. Your business showcases your hard work and dedication; it deserves the highest level of professionalism that will lead you to a successful closing. All of our team members have had previous experience owning their own business and understand that placing your business for sale can be a stressful time. Our rigorous training equips brokers to deliver strategic guidance for smooth, successful business sales.
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EXPRESS CAR WASH - 2 Tunnels - Prime Location
Norco, CA
Rare Opportunity to Own an Express Car Wash with Dual Tunnels Prime Norco Location - “HorseTown U.S.A” • Unique Dual-Tunnel Facility – Rare opportunity to acquire an Express Car Wash with two separate...
EBITDA: $152,000
Real Estate Included | Value-Add Full-Service Car Wash
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tehama County, CA
Value-Add Car Wash With Real Estate, Membership Revenue, and Operational Upside Red Bluff Car Wash & Detailing is an established full-service car wash and detailing operation located on Main Street in...
Cash Flow: $326,661
Turnkey Mobile Detailing Business — 170+ Reviews, Ready to Run
Fontana, CA
Turnkey mobile detailing business for sale in Fontana / Inland Empire. This is a complete, running operation — not just a van. Step in and run it yourself from day one. THE BUSINESS: 4.9 rating, 170+...
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Cash Flow: $55,000
4 Bay Car Wash & Laundromat Plus Store Front Own The Land & Business
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Gustine, CA
Car Wash & Laundromat Businesses Have Been Running Since 1974 At 726 South Ave. Plus A Store Front For Your Choice To Lease 3 Businesses & Own The Land. Or Run All 3. Zoned C-2 Ideal Year Round...
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Established STAR-Certified Smog Shop – Owner-Operator Opportunity
Riverside County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of the Coachella Valley DRE#02120938 are proud to present this well-establisshed Smog Shop. Established STAR-certified test-only smog station serving the Coachella Valley...
Cash Flow: $101,786
TINT WORLD®
Franchise
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.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $816,249
4-Unit Gas Station Portfolio w/ Real Estate , High Volum, $2.9M+ EBITA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Diego, CA
This established fuel and convenience retail portfolio comprises four strategically positioned gas stations in Southern California, representing a premier investment opportunity in the petroleum...
Cash Flow: $2,405,212
CAR WASH + PROPERTY - San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA
• FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH + PROPERY $1,280,000 • Established Reputation: San Bernardino is recognized as the first full-service car wash to offer 100% hand wash services since 1989, emphasizing a...
CAR WASH With PROPERTY Major Street - Santa Rosa
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Rosa, CA
Full-Service Car Wash with Real Estate – Santa Rosa The opportunity to acquire, a well-established full-service car wash located in the thriving city of Santa Rosa, the largest city in Sonoma County...
Car Wash, Oil Change, Tint And Auto Detail Shop
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
La Puente, CA
Full-Service Car Wash with Multiple Profit Centers Prime Location | High Traffic | Strong Demographics Located on Hacienda Blvd near a major intersection, this full-service hand car wash benefits from...
Car Wash + Real Estate + Rental Space
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Montclair, CA
100% HAND CAR WASH - Prime Holt Avenue Location – Montclair INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS • True 100% Hand Car Wash – No automated tunnel • High-Visibility Location on Holt Avenue • Strong Traffic Corridor...
Express Car Wash With Real Estate Signalized Corner Lot
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Montclair, CA
EXPRESS CAR WASH WITH REAL ESTATE • PRIME SIGNALIZED CORNER LOCATION • Express Car Wash has been serving the community since 2019 • Originally built and operated as Tommy’s car wash • Currently...
Full-Service Car Wash $290,000, Property Available for $990,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Bernardino, CA
• BUSINESS ONLY $290,000, Property Available for $990,000 • Established Reputation: San Bernardino is recognized as the first full-service car wash to offer 100% hand wash services since 1989,...
CAR WASH + 3 Bays Automotive Center
Lease Only
Apple Valley, CA
CAR WASH + 3 Bays Automotive Center • 30-years lease $12,000 per mo. NNN - lease deposit equivalent to 1 year rent • NO - bank financing, NO - loans or loan fees, NO - lengthy approval process •...
CAR WASH - OIL CHANGE - SMOG SHOP - Auto Detail - Upstairs Office
Lease Only
La Puente, CA
FOR LEASE - 5 Years with option to purchase CAR WASH – OIL CHANGE – SMOG SHOP – WINDOW TINT – UPSTAIRS OFFICE • Lease Term 5 years, 6 months deposit • Monthly rent $15,000 NNN • Option to purchase...
San Diego Express & Self-Serve Car Wash
Real Estate Only
El Cajon, CA
Exclusively Listed by The Gas Broker®. Please contact Broker before visiting the Property. Rare opportunity to acquire an operational owner-user car wash property strategically positioned along E....
Branded Gas Station with Hard Liquor license & Real Estate for Sale
Bakersfield, CA
3 Profitable Car Washes — Antioch & Galt | Buy 1 or all 3, from 1.75M
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Galt, CA
Auto detailing/ car wash account at a name brand dealership
Riverside County, CA
Profitable & High Cash flow Car Wash business, Rental Income
San Joaquin County, CA
Car Wash | Affluent Orange County Trade Area | 40,000+ VPD
Costa Mesa, CA
Silicon Valley Car Wash Asset | Business & RE | High-Visibility Area
Sunnyvale, CA
Mobile Car Detailing
Los Angeles, CA
Mobil Gas Station + Car Wash + Real Property for Sale
Corona, CA
76 Gas Station, Beyond Market & Car Wash Business Only
San Bernardino County, CA
Self-serve car wash + Real estate
Alameda County, CA
Same owner for 40 years, Turnkey Full-Service Car Wash
Orange County, CA
Major Brand with C-Store and Car Wash
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Perris, CA
Salim Farha
Realty Executives of Northern California
Serving Merced County, CA
At Realty Executives Commercial we go the extra mile for our clients. We offer services in a sense as if we are purchasing or selling assets for our selves, that is the type of service you can expect from working with us. We tailor our interactions with you according to your needs and goals you are trying to achieve. We never leave any stones unturned trying to accomplish purchases, sales, leasing, buyouts, build outs, developing or just merely growing your portfolios.
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Brand New Car Wash – Business & Real Estate Included
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Bakersfield, CA
Established, Money Making Car Wash business for sale!!
Sacramento, CA
Rare car wash business opportunity in Pomona
Pomona, CA
76 Gas Station + Franchise Food Mart Franchise + Car Wash + Property
San Bernardino, CA
Auto Repair + Auto Body + Car Wash business package in prime La
Los Angeles County, CA
Established Car Wash Business for Sale – Stanislaus County, CA
Stanislaus County, CA
Express Car Wash Business with Real Estate for sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
State of the Art Express Car Wash Business only
Lancaster, CA
Buy or Sell a Car Wash in California
Car wash businesses listed for sale on BizBuySell include express tunnel car washes, full service washes, self serve and coin operated facilities, mobile detailing and car cleaning services, flex sites that combine express washing with detailing or oil change bays, and multi location car wash portfolios, with many listings including the underlying land and facilities. These businesses operate on a high volume, repeat use service model, generating revenue from per wash transactions, monthly unlimited wash memberships, detailing add-ons, and ancillary automotive services, while automated and self serve formats emphasize lower labor costs and steady cash flow.
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) | Total California Market (Average) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 11 | 1,909 |
| Asking Price | $2,290,000 | - |
| Reported Revenue | $600,000 | $1,534,241 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $274,720 | $55,257 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
For more in-depth sales and profitability data see:
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $262,500 | $2,290,000 | $3,100,000 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Car Washes for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $172,194 | $55,000 |
| Median | $600,000 | $274,720 |
| Upper Quartile | $986,000 | $360,000 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Car Washes listed for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 1.12 | 2.00 |
| Median | 2.82 | 6.83 |
| Upper Quartile | 4.22 | 11.85 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Car Wash in California?
The median asking price for an established Car Wash in California is $2,290,000, though prices range from under $262,500 to well over $3,100,000.
How much do Car Washes owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Car Washes in California is $600,000 and owners earn a median of $274,720, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Car Wash?
Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Car Washes in California, revenue multiples range from 1.12 to 4.22, with a median of 2.82. Earning multiples range from 2.00 to 11.85, with the median at 6.83. This means the typical Car Wash in California may ask for around 2.82 times its annual revenue, and 6.83 times its annual owner earnings.
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