TURNKEY CAR WASH & DETAIL BUSINESS ONLY - Established and operating car wash/detail business located in Chicago's Ashburn neighborhood in C1-1 zoning. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey operation without the upfront capital required to purchase the real estate. REAL ESTATE IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE BUSINESS SALE PRICE AND IS OFFERED SEPARATELY FOR SALE AT $540,000, or purchase both for $635,000. Purchaser may lease the property on negotiated terms or inquire about purchasing both the business and the real estate. See MLS Listing #12724510 for the real estate offering. Sale includes business equipment, trade fixtures, and an existing customer base with recurring service. The facility is currently open and operating with car wash/detail infrastructure in place, including connected floor drains and an oil/water separator. NO PRIOR DETAILING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. Seller will provide hands-on training and transition support. The experienced current crew is expected to remain, providing continuity in equipment, operations, and the existing customer base. This opportunity may be well-suited for a first-time owner-operator or an investor seeking a manager-operated business. The business operates from an approximately 4,912 SF freestanding facility featuring approximately 500 SF of finished office/customer area and 4,400 SF of open workspace. Ceiling heights range from approximately 13' at the lowest point to 18' at the highest point. Two new drive-in overhead doors provide approximately 10' clearance to accommodate trucks. Additional features include a heated work area, an employee restroom with a shower, and upgraded natural stone finishes in the customer waiting area and restroom. This opportunity provides the flexibility to acquire the business and lease the property, with the option to purchase the real estate separately. Car wash uses can be very challenging and costly to establish in Chicago, making the existing use and infrastructure particularly valuable. DO NOT DISTURB EMPLOYEES OR CUSTOMERS. Business information and additional details available to qualified buyers.
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