Who Are We?
We offer full brokering services with a focus on the tire, service and automotive related industries. Our Partners’ experiences working in the tire & automotive service industry at nearly every level of the business and have successfully represented sellers and buyers in over 50 transactions in recent years.
Why Use Us?
Confidentiality
We hold confidentiality with the highest regard. You can trust that any conversation with us will remain private.
Experience
Cardinal Brokers is best positioned through our partners’ unique backgrounds, expertise, and industry contacts to represent your business and complete the sale at the price you want, timeframe you expect and the confidence you deserve.
Consolidation
There is massive consolidation throughout the tire & service industry, specifically at the retail store level. Historically low interest rates, industry tailwinds, and an increase in the number of interested buyers has pushed EBITDA valuations to very attractive levels for small & mid-sized business owners.
Timing
The average age of an independent tire & service dealer is close to retirement age, many without a clearly defined exit strategy. We help in providing options that work best for you.
Recent Sales
Jack William's Tire
May 2022
39 Retail & 8 Wholesale Locations
Sold to a strategic buyer
39 Retail & 8 Wholesale Locations
Sold to a strategic buyer
Bud's Tire Pros
November 2021
3 Locations
Sold to a strategic buyer
3 Locations
Sold to a strategic buyer
Calabasas Car Care
November 2021
2 Locations
Sold to a strategic buyer
2 Locations
Sold to a strategic buyer
Ayers Automotive
November 2021
1 Location
Sold to a strategic buyer
1 Location
Sold to a strategic buyer
Carver Tire Pros
August 2021
1 Location
Sold to private equity
1 Location
Sold to private equity
Gipsons Tire Pros
April 2021
3 Locations
Sold to a strategic buyer
3 Locations
Sold to a strategic buyer
Allen Tire Co
December 2020
17 Locations
Sold to a strategic buyer
17 Locations
Sold to a strategic buyer
T-Boys Tire
August 2019
3 Locations
Sold to a strategic buyer
3 Locations
Sold to a strategic buyer
Twin Tire
August 2019
2 Locations
Sold to a strategic buyer
2 Locations
Sold to a strategic buyer
Atlas Tire
August 2019
1 Location
Sold to strategic buyer
1 Location
Sold to strategic buyer
Testimonials
Cami M.
“If you are like me, your business is your baby. You have put in countless hours of blood, sweat & tears. That means when it comes to selling it, you will get emotional. Your broker becomes more than your spokesperson for your business. They are your confidant, your adviser, and your best friend.”
Mark C.
“Cardinal Brokers was invaluable when selling my business. From getting the best value to guiding me through the process and keeping me ahead of the game. I could have not done it without their help.”
Jeff P.
“My advice to other owners: Owners don’t make good negotiators on their own business. Hire a broker, and enjoy the benefits of having a professional handle all the deatails of one of the BEST decisions of your life.”
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