The Business Sales Agency is delighted to bring to the market this outstanding opportunity to acquire a highly successful and well-established independent garage business in a prominent Glasgow location.
Established for over 30 years, the business has built an excellent reputation for providing vehicle recovery, servicing, MOT preparation and repairs for cars and light commercial vehicles. It enjoys a loyal customer base, consistent trading history and strong profitability.
Key Highlights
· Annual net sales of approximately £300,000
· Excellent gross and net profit margins
· Established for over 30 years
· High-profile main road location
· Spacious workshop with capacity for up to 20 vehicles
· Ample unrestricted on-street parking
· Fully equipped and ready to trade
· Experienced team in place
Owner-operated on a management basis
Business Overview
Located within a densely populated area of Glasgow, the business benefits from excellent visibility and easy access from across the city and surrounding areas. The garage has developed a strong reputation for quality workmanship and reliable service, generating repeat custom and referrals. Excellent social media presence and reviews.
The current owner manages the business but does not work on the workshop floor, making this an ideal opportunity for either an owner-operator or an investor seeking an established business with an experienced workforce already in place.
The team consists of:
· Foreman/Mechanic
· Two Mechanics
· Apprentice Mechanic
· Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
The owner can provide a comprehensive handover period to ensure a smooth transition.
Premises
The business occupies a substantial leasehold industrial unit extending to approximately 521m² (5,500 sqft) with an additional 25m² mezzanine storage area.
The premises include:
· Bright reception and customer waiting area
· Office/Staff room
· Toilet facilities
· High-ceiling workshop suitable for servicing vans and light commercial vehicles
· Large secure roller shutter access door
· The workshop has space for up to 20 vehicles.
Rent: £1,300 per month
Rateable Value: £24,500
Equipment Included
The sale includes an extensive range of garage equipment, fixtures and fittings, including:
· 4-wheel alignment machine and 4-post ramp
· Two 2-post ramps
· Two scissor lifts, one mid-rise & one full-rise
· Wheel balancing machine & tyre changing machine
· Comprehensive garage tooling, diagnostic and workshop equipment
In total there is over £60,000 of equipment in the garage.
(All employees' personal tools are excluded from the sale.)
Stock
Extensive stock of service parts, engines, gearboxes, MG Rover and Vauxhall parts, workshop consumables and miscellaneous spare parts with an estimated value of approximately £30,000 as it's mostly discontinued parts.
Asking Price
Business, leasehold interest, equipment, fixtures and fittings:
Offers Over £139,000
An Iveco Daily recovery vehicle and 5 metre commercial trailer are also available by separate negotiation for £25,000.
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a profitable, well-established garage business with an experienced team, quality equipment and significant scope for continued growth.
