Auto Repair & Service · Burnaby, BC

Sell your auto repair business in Burnaby

Independent auto repair is a $20B+ Canadian market with consolidator interest from regional PE-backed groups. Independent shops sell at 2.5x–4x SDE; specialty (transmission, body, performance) at slightly higher multiples. Body shops with insurance DRP (Direct Repair Program) status command premium prices.

In Burnaby: Tech corridor along Highway 1, Metrotown retail and professional services, Brentwood mid-market businesses, and a significant manufacturing base in Big Bend. Multilingual workforce and customer base.

The Burnaby market for auto repair sales

Premier trades market in BC. PE consolidators actively buying HVAC, electrical, mechanical. Strong tech-buyer presence.

Metrotown, Brentwood, and Lougheed are Metro Vancouver's most active commercial corridors. Burnaby HVAC, electrical, and mechanical trades attract strong PE-backed consolidator interest.

What buyers want in a auto repair business

  • Documented customer database with service history
  • Younger mechanic team (Red Seal preferred)
  • Modern equipment with maintenance records
  • Environmental compliance documentation
  • Manufacturer dealer/certified relationships

Who buys auto repair businesses in Burnaby

Regional auto-service consolidators (PE-backed)
Franchise systems (Midas, Mr. Lube, Speedy)
Independent operators expanding to multi-shop
Strategic acquirers (dealerships adding service capacity)

Frequently asked questions

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