Top Automotive Retail Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

878

Active Firms

18,867

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 13%

California 13%

Texas 10%

New York 8%

New Jersey 5%

Key Attributes

Focus: Acquiring One Business | Capital Source: Investor-Backed or Self-Funded | Operating Approach: Stewardship & Growth

YBridge Capital LLC

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YBridge Capital is a self-funded acquisition firm led by operator-investor Yash Baheti, focused on acquiring and operating one exceptional U.S. based business in the lower middle market. We target founder led companies with $500K–$1.5M in EBITDA, strong recurring revenue, and defensible market positions, with a particular focus on facility services, industrial services, and B2B technical services.I began my career in the field as a Project Engineer and Manager at Turner Construction (national general contractor), leading teams on complex, high-stakes projects and working directly with…

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Low Tide Holdings

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Low Tide Holdings is a family owned company focused on acquiring and growing high-quality small and lower-middle-market businesses.We partner with founders and owners who care deeply about their employees, customers, and legacy, providing a thoughtful transition to the next chapter of ownership. Our approach is hands-on, patient, and operationally focused, we buy businesses to own and operate for the long term with no intention of selling. We focus on established companies with strong fundamentals, steady cash flow, and opportunities for continued growth through disciplined execution, sales…

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Stahler Capital

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I'm Kevin Stahler, founder of Stahler Capital LLC, a fully funded search vehicle focused on acquiring one exceptional home services business (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, etc.) in the Sun Belt. I step in as owner-operator CEO at close, no management layers, no committee approvals, no retrading.

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Slate LLC

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I’m a Harvard Business School graduate who’s ready to transition out of a successful 20 year corporate finance career in Fortune 500 companies into my own company. I’m self funded, and looking for service businesses (ideally commercial) that generate $300-$1,000k in SDE annually. Ideally, this business would be located in Chicagoland or Charlotte/Raleigh-Durham, and have an experienced staff who will continue with the company. An option to acquire real estate as part of the deal is a plus.

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Hanging Valley Holdings

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Hanging Valley Holdings seeks to acquire a controlling stake in a strong business which will act as the first acquisition in building a compounder.Kevin Cassidy is the founder of Hanging Valley Holdings. Previously, he was a Private Equity Associate at New Mountain Capital in New York, where he focused on the Infrastructure Services, Industrial Growth & Modernization, and Fleet Management & Telematics sectors, as well as served on the firm’s Infrastructure Services AI SteerCo. Prior to New Mountain Capital, Kevin worked in the Industrials Group at Evercore in New York and the Energy…

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Archean

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Archeon-AE will be a search fund built to acquire, operate, and grow one exceptional client-facing business. After 30+ years in institutional fixed-income and capital markets — navigating credit cycles, building trusted relationships, and deploying disciplined capital — I'm channeling that foundation into a deliberate next chapter.The mandate: find a business with strong fundamentals, a loyal customer base, and meaningful upside. Then build it into something that endures.Sectors of focus include education, environmental services, recycling, ecological restoration, and demolition and…

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Thalesi Partners

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I am an operator-led buyer focused on acquiring a single high-quality, founder-led business where I can step in as CEO and drive long-term value creation. My background spans digital infrastructure, technology-enabled services, and large-scale operational transformation, including experience advising and operating alongside senior leadership teams at global companies.I am particularly interested in businesses with durable cash flow, strong customer relationships, and opportunities to professionalize operations, pricing, and go-to-market while preserving culture and legacy. I prioritize…

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Z3C

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Zone 3 Capital is seeking to acquire and operate one business doing $2M+ in EBITDA. Z3C is backed by an experienced group of operators and investors. The Principal, Brandon Cooper, will acquire and relocate to operate the acquired business.

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MFK Consulting

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I am a former PE professional and executive at a $1Bn+ company with experience in finance, operations, capital markets, data analytics, and AI. I currently consult with small businesses and am interested in engaging with anyone seeking consulting services, financing options, or an ownership transition. I have a particular interest in Healthcare and General Services businesses.

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Gulf Bright Partners

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Gulf Bright Partners is a private investment vehicle seeking to acquire a business in the Texas region (Greater Houston preferred).We are looking for an owner who wants to get liquidity or transition out of the business. Post-acquisition, two of our partners will become senior management in the company.

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Cor Deo Corp

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I started my career as a school leader, drawing on my military background and an MA in Leadership focused on Servant Leadership. I founded the Whati Family Centre to support families in my northern community and later discovered the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), which completely transformed how I lead. Today, as an EOS Implementer, I help leaders and teams build clarity, alignment, and impact. My family and I are now looking to move back to Ontario, where we hope to buy a business our kids can be part of—something that…

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Beaconsfield Growth Partners

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Operator led search fund focusing on the industrial and business services industries, backed by several institutional investors, family offices and entrepreneurs. Our goal is to grow businesses to continue the legacy and build on what founders have built through their career.

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Marinova Capital

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I'm searching for one exceptional business to acquire and lead as its next owner-operator.I'm not a financial buyer looking to optimize and exit. I'm looking to step in as the day-to-day leader—running operations, working with your team, and building on what you've created. This will be my career and my commitment for the next several decades.I have $20M in committed equity capital from a reputable investor.

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SJW1

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I am a Real Estate Broker with up to 2.5 million I can put down. Looking to purchase a profitable blue collar business from someone looking to retire. I do not need any income and am happy to reinvest most of the money back into the company in order to grow it as much as possible. I am looking to not only modernize/ grow the company, but expand through strategic acquisitions.

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Elam Interests LLC

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Individual investor with deep operating expertise; history of rapidly growing companies and executing successful exits; backed by strong capital partners. Past experience focused on growth and founding technology roles at companies that scaled from $1MM -> $100MM+. Interested in DTC businesses, SaaS, and niche healthcare/wellness operations.

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Los Angeles Unlimited

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Los Angeles Unlimited Holdings LLC is actively acquiring profitable, owner-operated businesses in the Industrial & Environmental Services sector across Southern California.The acquiring principal holds a Professional Engineer license and an MBA from Cambridge University, with nearly two decades of operating experience across business management, commercial deal-making, and field operations — spanning multinational energy companies, venture-backed industrial technology, and senior government advisory roles. The acquisition is intended to be owner-operated from day one, with a long-term…

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Hairouna Capital

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I'm a hands-on operator with 15 years of experience across sales, marketing and operations seeking to acquire and run a B2B/B2G business with $750K-$1.5M EBITDA, 10+ yrs operating in Texas, NY, or Georgia

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James Gallivan

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I am currently operating two businesses in the acholic beverage space. One an import wine brand and the other a specialty retail business. I am seeking more ventures in the same sector or possibly different.

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Greenwich Innovations

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Holding company focusing on opportunities in energy, tech, mechanical services (i.e., HVAC, BMS/EMS), and commodities. Primarily interested in independent, lower middle market opportunities in Eastern and Northeastern US.

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SAM Industries

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Sam Industries is a private investment firm focused on acquiring and operating stable, service-based businesses with strong fundamentals and long-term growth potential. We target lower middle-market companies where ownership is seeking a transition, and where we can preserve legacy while driving operational excellence.

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Firms in the Automotive Retail Search Funds directory are ordered based on recent deal activity on Axial. The default order reflects observed market signals rather than a subjective ranking of firm quality.

Each profile provides information about the firm’s areas of focus, transaction criteria, and relevant activity on Axial’s M&A platform. Together, these details provide a clearer view of where a firm is active and the types of companies and opportunities most relevant for it.

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Automotive Retail Search Funds is $3M-$12M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$2M. Company size can be an important indicator of fit, as firms often concentrate their experience, resources, and transaction activity within particular segments of the market.

Relevant Retail experience can be an important consideration when evaluating a firm. Familiarity with the sector can provide a stronger understanding of its business models, market dynamics, valuation considerations, and transaction environment. The 878 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Retail.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Automotive Retail Search Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Retail, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

When comparing Search Funds with experience in Retail, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 878 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the Automotive Retail Search Funds directory, you can request information here.

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