Car Washes for Sale in California
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54 results for "Car Washes, Detailers" businesses in "California"
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Chino, California
Car Wash Land - Low Interest Rate
Investment & Development Opportunity – Seller Financing Available! This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, full-service car wash that has been successfully operated by the current owner for over 20 years. Now preparing for retirement, the owner is offering both the property and the business. The total lot size is approximately 1.82 acres (79,279 SF), with roughly half occupied by the car wash and the remaining 0.94 acres (approx. 41,000 SF) of surplus land offering significant development potential — ideal for RV/boat parking, self-storage, or other income-generating uses. This property also presents an opportunity to expand or convert to a Super Express or Super Flex Car Wash, with space to add 40–50 vacuum stations, multiple profit centers, or even a Super Auto Service Center. With over 467,000 residents within a 5-mile radius and an average household income exceeding $107,000 within 10 miles, the area supports long-term growth and profitability. Seller financing is available with a low interest rate and the ability to close in 30 days, making this a standout opportunity for both owner-operators and developers looking for a cash-flowing asset with expansion potential. Please call me, if you need more information.
Los Angeles County, California
Self Service Car Wash - With Property, Popular
$ 4,750,000
CF : $ 440,000
A highly popular and busy self-service car wash with property is now for sale. Located in a prime area of East Los Angeles, this car wash sits on a spacious 15,581 sq. ft. lot and includes eight wash bays and ten vacuums. It’s simple to maintain, offers a total cash business model, and presents passive investment opportunities with minimal labor required. This user-friendly self-service car wash is accessible to everyone. All equipment is in excellent working condition, and all books and records are available for verification. The business can be operated as it is or converted into an express or flex model. A down payment of 30-40% of the purchase price is required. This is a great long-term investment opportunity. Serious buyers only, please. 2,620 Sq Ft (Bldg) 15,581 Sq Ft(Lot)
Riverside County, California
Car wash with property
$ 4,800,000
Car washing and detail business including real estate for sale in the Riverside County. Full service operation. Big lot. Busy street location. Experienced operator recommended. Please come to our office for additional information. Location will not be disclosed over the phone or email. Principals only please.
Orange County, California
Car wash with real estate
$ 4,500,000
Long established car washing business and detail including real estate for sale. Nice and safe area. Full service operation. Owner would like to retire. Good location with upside potential in Orange County. Please come to our office for additional information. Location will not be disclosed over the phone or email. Principals only please.
Los Angeles, California
Car Wash - Reasonably Priced, Great Potential
$ 495,000
High traffic location with good lease. Currently full service all help run. Experienced operator can improve revenues if better managed. It needs TLC. Express wash operators can turn into an express car wash. Please come to office for additional information. Location and information will not be provided over the phone or email. Principal buyers only please.
Los Angeles County, California
Car Wash And Gas Station - Full Service
$ 15,900,000
CF : $ 1,254,000
This full-service car wash, oil change, and branded gas station is situated on a large property in a nice, upscale, and safe area. Located on a busy corner in a fast-growing community with lots of traffic, this well-established business is now available for sale as the long-time operator is looking to retire. There is potential for improvement with better operators. For additional information, please visit our office as the location will not be disclosed over the phone. This opportunity is available to principal buyers only; no outside brokers at this moment.
Riverside County, California
Flex Car Wash - Smog Oil And Lube Real Estate
$ 8,995,000
For sale is a 65,000 Sq. Ft. , premier, Flex Car Wash with Property serving Orange County and West Riverside. It includes oil, lube, and smog checks. It is absentee-run. The car wash price has been reduced dramatically for a quick sale.
California
Flex Car Wash - Highly Desirable Location, C Store
$ 6,195,000
This huge flex service car wash in a highly desirable location. It has a traffic account of 39K (2019). It is in a large lot, almost one acre, with a very long tunnel at a dense residential and commercial area. It can be converted to a full express wash. There is a nice looking C-store with beautiful waiting areas.
Los Angeles County, California
Car Wash - Convertible To Express, With RE
$ 13,995,000
This is a remodeled hand wash with an extra long 180 ft tunnel, ideal for remodel and conversion to a state of the art flex or express wash. Real estate is included. The traffic count 35,000-40,000 ADT, so this is a fantastic location.
Orange County, California
Express Car Wash With Real Estate - Absentee Run
$ 10,995,000
For sale is an established express wash, very well known to the neighborhood on a 40,000+ sqft lot. It has a long 130 ft. tunnel with 16 extra wide vacuum bays. There are two pay stations. It has very high sales. Owner has another express wash for sale in Riverside that can be purchased together with this car wash for a discounted package deal.
San Jose, California
Gas Station - With Store And Car Wash
$ 11,000,000
For sale is a branded, high-volume gas station with Dw tanks on a prime property. They do 160k gallons/month at 70c. The store makes $120k/month and the car wash makes $30k/month. The annual GP is $2 million. The buyer must be able to show proof of 4M down, have great credit, and have experience in obtaining the address for the site. Call the broker for details.
Los Angeles County, California
Full Service Car Wash - Absentee, With Real Estate
$ 5,800,000
This is a well-established, full-service car wash with property in a prime location. It is waiting for a buyer to convert it to an express car wash or flex car wash. It is a big property of 1.82 acres on a major street. Approximately half of the property is currently occupied by the existing car wash and half is vacant. It is possible to add 40-50 vacuums and add multi-profit centers. You can make it a one-stop car wash. The address will not be given over the phone or by email. Principals only. Please show proof of funds and fill out the NDA form.
Los Angeles County, California
Express Car Wash With Property
$ 15,000,000
CF : $ 1,200,000
This express car wash sale with the property. This car wash still growing in sales volumes and the store is upgrading now. The seller wants the price of $15 Million but it is negotiable. The sales volume is about 1.8 million in 2022. This store is located on a very busy street in the Los Angeles city area. Please email or call me a qualified customer only.
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California Car Wash Market Snapshot
- Number of Businesses: 54 listings
- Average Asking Price: $5,223,314 (based on 51 listings with disclosed pricing)
- Average Revenue: $752,028
- Average Cash Flow: $556,176
California Car Wash Market Insight
California car wash valuations are driven by format, location, and whether real estate is included. Self-serve coin-op car washes in Los Angeles County and the Bay Area typically sell for $300,000 to $900,000. Full-service and express tunnel car washes with real estate in high-traffic Southern California corridors regularly close between $2M and $8M+. The shift to express tunnel formats with unlimited monthly membership programs has significantly increased revenue predictability and valuations — well-run express tunnels with 1,000+ active members can generate monthly net income of $25,000 to $75,000. South Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, and the Inland Empire are among the most active markets for self-serve car wash acquisitions due to dense renter populations and high vehicle ownership rates.
Why Invest in a California Car Wash
- Year-round sunshine and California's car culture create consistent 12-month demand unlike most US markets
- Membership and subscription programs generate predictable recurring monthly revenue
- Express tunnel car washes can process 100+ cars per hour with minimal labor requirements
- Real estate ownership provides long-term asset appreciation on high-traffic California corridors
- Multiple revenue streams including vacuums, detailing, vending, and membership upgrades
California remains the largest and most active market for car wash acquisitions in the country.
Selling Your California Car Wash?
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