An excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established and successful hand car wash franchise located in Didcot. Operating from a busy supermarket site with consistently high customer footfall, the business has built an outstanding reputation for quality workmanship, exceptional customer service, and a loyal base of repeat customers.
The business is operated by an experienced team of four employees. With an average customer spend of £42 per vehicle, it benefits from strong customer loyalty, repeat business, and consistent revenue throughout the year.
Key Features
- Established hand car wash franchise
- Prime leasehold location at a busy supermarket in Didcot
- High levels of passing trade and consistent customer footfall
- Excellent reputation with a loyal and growing customer base
- Experienced team of four staff
- Average customer spend of £42+
- Low water and electricity costs through the partnership with the supermarket
- Fully operational with established systems and procedures
- Negotiable handover period to ensure a smooth transition
Lease Information
The business operates under a 5-year renewable lease, providing continuity and security for the new owner. The next lease renewal is due in September 2027, with an anticipated renewal premium of approximately £10,000.
Current rent is approximately £1,900 per month
Growth Opportunities
The business offers excellent potential for further growth, particularly for an owner-operator looking to expand commercial revenue. There is significant opportunity to secure ongoing contracts with:
- Vehicle dealerships
- Taxi and private hire operators
- Local businesses with company vehicle fleets
- Vehicle rental companies
- Corporate fleet operators
There is also scope to increase revenue by expanding premium valeting and detailing services, strengthening local marketing, and introducing customer loyalty initiatives.
Why Buy This Business?
- Well-established and recognised franchise
- Busy supermarket location providing a steady flow of customers throughout the year
- Strong reputation with a loyal customer base and excellent online reviews
- Low utility costs due to the partnership with the supermarket
- Turnkey operation with trained staff already in place
- Significant opportunity to grow commercial and fleet contract revenue
Reason for Sale
The owner is selling to pursue other opportunities.
Price
Offers Invited
This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a respected and profitable franchise with proven turnover, low operating costs, an excellent trading location, and substantial scope for future growth.
Full financial accounts and further business information will be made available to genuinely interested buyers following initial discussions and the signing of a confidentiality agreement.
