100-Year Legacy Engine Machine Shop - 36550

Financing

$550,000 Down and SBA Possible.

Business Description

100-Year Legacy Engine Machine Shop Welding Facility | $287K SDE | Real Estate Option

Triple Net Lease: $6,000/month | First Right / Option to Purchase Real Estate

Rare opportunity to acquire a 100 year-old, family-owned engine parts and machining business with a dominant reputation across diesel, automotive, industrial, and marine sectors. This is a high-margin, specialty service operation with diversified revenue streams, long-standing commercial accounts, and a fully equipped 6,000 SF facility.

Financial Snapshot (2025)

• Gross Revenue: $889,614
• Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE): $287,185
• Inventory: ~$41,800 (additional)
• Rent: $6,000/month (NNN)
• Real Estate Option: $1,800,000 | Taxes: $20,000

Core Operations

• New & Remanufactured Engine Parts Supplier
  • Diesel & gas engines: cylinder heads, blocks, crankshafts, turbos, injectors
  • Complete engine rebuild kits (new & reman)
• Full-Service Machine Shop (6,000 SF)
  • Boring, honing, resurfacing, crankshaft work, and precision machining
  • Significant equipment value with turnkey production capability
• Complete Welding & Fabrication Division
  • TIG, MIG, brazing, pre-heat welding
  • Stainless steel, aluminum, cast iron
  • In-shop and on-site repair services

Diverse & Recession-Resistant Client Base

• Engine rebuilders, trucking & fleet operators
• OEM truck & heavy equipment dealers
• Construction, waste management & marine service companies
• Municipal, local & state agencies
• Industrial sectors including railroad, hydroelectric, and water processing plants
• Specialized niche: obsolete parts repair & custom fabrication

Staff & Transition

• Fully staffed: 4 full-time 1 part-time employee
• Ownership retiring after decades of operation
• Transition support available to ensure continuity and client retention

Growth Opportunities

• Expand into performance diesel & high-horsepower builds
• Launch e-commerce / nationwide parts distribution
• Increase fleet service contracts and municipal bids
• Scale welding/fabrication for higher-margin industrial work
• Leverage existing reputation to dominate regional market share

Ideal Buyer

• Existing machine shop, engine rebuilder, or parts distributor
• Strategic buyer seeking a bolt-on acquisition with immediate cash flow
• Experienced operator in diesel, industrial, or fabrication sectors
• Investor with qualified GM/operator in place

Financing & Buyer Requirements

• SBA-friendly business (subject to lender approval)
• Minimum liquidity guidelines:
  • ~$110,000 for business acquisition
  • ~$165,000 for real estate (if included)
• Proof of funds required prior to owner calls
• Confidentiality agreement required for financials and location

Why This Opportunity Is Rare

• 100-year operating history with entrenched relationships
• Multiple revenue centers (parts machining welding)
• Strong SDE with defensible margins
• Optional real estate for long-term control and equity
• High barriers to entry due to equipment, expertise, and reputation

Next Steps

Serious, qualified inquiries only. NDA and proof of funds required prior to scheduling discussions or site visits. All showings by appointment only.

Contact:
Mel Vaz
631-767-0157
melvaz@vestedbb.com

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