6 Businesses for Sale That Have Been Established for Over 20 Years
6 Businesses for Sale That Have Been Established for Over 20 Years
When you're looking at businesses for sale, sometimes it's worth seeing which ones have already stood the test of time.
A business that has been operating for 20, 25 or even 30 years has seen plenty of change. New competitors have entered the market, customer expectations have shifted and technology has changed the way many industries operate.
Of course, longevity alone doesn't make a business a good investment. Buyers still need to look closely at the financials, operations, market conditions and what they're actually buying. But a long trading history can give buyers something useful to investigate, especially when it comes with an established customer base, systems, staff or reputation.
From a Gold Coast restaurant with decades of goodwill to a South Australian irrigation business operating for more than 30 years, here are six established businesses for sale on Bsale.
1. Italian Restaurant – Mermaid Beach, QLD
Price: $198,000
Located in one of the Gold Coast's popular coastal dining areas, this Italian restaurant comes with decades of established goodwill and a loyal local following.
The business generates approximately $27,000 in weekly turnover while trading evenings only, with seating for around 110 guests across its indoor and outdoor areas. A fully equipped commercial kitchen, experienced team and secure long lease are already in place, with further potential through functions, catering and delivery.
2. Motorcycle & UTV Dealership – Ararat, VIC
Price: $220,000 + SAV
Established for more than 30 years, this western Victorian motorcycle and UTV dealership represents well-known Suzuki and Kawasaki brands and has built a long-term customer base.
The business includes a showroom, office, website and fully equipped workshop with specialised motorcycle and diagnostic equipment. A long lease is available, with the freehold also an option, and the current owner is available to provide handover and transition support.
3. National Charter Transport Business – Scarborough, WA
Price: $360,000
More than 25 years of trading has seen this charter transport business develop operations across Perth, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
Its clients span government, corporate, airport, private and wedding transport, with an established national driver network and overseas affiliations also in place. The business is fully systemised and can be operated remotely without an office, with the sale including the brand, website, client database, booking technology and operational systems.
4. Premium Catering Business – Noosa Heads, QLD
Price: $425,000 WIWO
With more than 26 years of trading behind it, this premium catering business services weddings, corporate functions, private celebrations and events across Noosa and the Sunshine Coast.
Close to 1,000 events have been catered over that time, supported by established menus, operating systems, supplier relationships and an experienced team. The business is not reliant on the original owners for its day-to-day operations, while further opportunities include corporate catering, beverage services and prepared meals.
5. Established Skip Bin Business – Penrith, NSW
Price: $250,000
Operating for more than 20 years, this Penrith skip bin business has built an established customer base and generates approximately $420,000 in annual turnover.
The sale includes two operational trucks, more than 100 skip bins and an excavator, along with the existing systems and goodwill. The retiring owner is also willing to provide transition support, while the purchaser can continue using the current leased Penrith yard or relocate the operation.
6. Irrigation Solutions Business – South Australia
Price: $2,650,000 + SAV
At the larger end of the price range is this South Australian irrigation solutions business, which has been operating for more than 30 years.
Operating from two regional locations, the business services residential, commercial and agricultural customers and offers products across irrigation, plumbing, filtration, pool supplies and water pumps. It has an experienced workforce, recognised brand and diverse client base, with limited management currently required from the owners. The vendors are preparing for retirement and will provide an agreed transition and handover period.
Decades in Business
These six businesses operate in very different industries and range in asking price from $198,000 through to more than $2.6 million, but they all have one thing in common: at least two decades of trading history behind them.
For buyers, that history can provide an opportunity to look at what has kept a business operating over the long term. That might be repeat customers, an established brand, experienced staff, proven systems or simply a strong position within its local market.
As always, a long trading history is only one part of the picture. Buyers should undertake their own due diligence and look closely at the financial performance, assets, lease arrangements, industry outlook and future opportunities before making a decision.
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Catherine Mangana
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Catherine enjoys generating articles that highlight some of the opportunities that are now available for purchase on Bsale. She hails from a family of ...
