DRIVING VALUE. BUILDING LEGACY.

Ready To Sell Your Auto Shop?

Our Simple Process

1

Confidential Call

No-obligation private conversation. Discuss your shop and goals. NDA available upfront if preferred.

2

Review & Offer

Quick, professional review of financials and operations under NDA — followed by a clear, competitive offer.

3

Close & Transition

Fast close (often 60–90 days) with supportive handover to ensure continuity for your team and customers.

What We Look For

We're actively acquiring quality independent auto repair shops in the Southeast US.

Fair Value & Clean Terms

We provide fair, market-based valuations with straightforward terms — nothing hidden.

Respectful Transitions

We honor your legacy. Smooth handover preserves your team, customers, and reputation with minimal disruption.

Common Seller Reasons

Retirement, health, succession challenges, or a clean exit after years of dedication — we understand and respect your motivations.

Why Sellers Choose ID Autoworks

We Respect the Legacy You've Built

You've poured decades into creating something special. We genuinely care about the reputation, team, and customer relationships you've worked so hard to earn — and we work hard to protect them.

Personal & 100% Confidential

Everything stays completely private. We move at your pace with no pressure and no aggressive tactics. This is your decision, and we treat it with the respect it deserves.

Experienced Team Who Truly Understands

We're a dedicated buyer group focused only on quality independent auto repair shops in the Southeast. We know the industry and the challenges retiring owners face — because we care about shops just like yours.

Flexible Exit Options

We also offer flexible partnership structures for owners who want to take some chips off the table but remain actively involved in a key leadership role. You can continue managing your shop and team while we provide full operational and financial support.

Meet Our Leadership Team

Seasoned leaders who genuinely respect your legacy and know the auto repair industry inside out.

Michael Gaenzler

Michael Gaenzler

Chairman

Michael brings over 25 years of global automotive leadership from Bosch and Rexroth. He understands the dedication it takes to build an independent shop and is committed to honoring your legacy with a respectful transition.

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Dale Bailey

Dale Bailey

CEO

Dale is a proven turnaround executive who has led successful operations and integrations. He focuses on preserving the team and customer relationships that make your shop special.

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Cecil Bullard

Cecil Bullard

Board Director

Cecil has spent over 40 years in the automotive repair industry as a shop owner and coach to thousands of shops. He knows firsthand the challenges retiring owners face and is dedicated to protecting the reputation and team you've built.

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Gary Letkemann

Gary Letkemann

Board Director

Gary is a fixed operations expert who led service departments at major automotive groups. He knows exactly what it takes to run a successful repair shop and is committed to preserving your team's success during the transition.

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Phil Thorogood

Phil Thorogood

Board Director

Phil led major automotive M&A deals at Cox Automotive and brings deep expertise in smooth post-merger transitions that protect the shop's culture and people.

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D'Angelo Mitchell

D'Angelo Mitchell

VP of Business Development

D'Angelo is the strategic architect behind our Southeastern roll-up. He is passionate about helping retiring shop owners achieve a smooth, dignified exit while preserving the legacy and community impact they built.

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+ Our full Board of Directors brings over 250 years of combined automotive and M&A experience

Get Started Confidentially

Your information is 100% confidential. We never share or pressure sellers.

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Email: info@idautoworks.com

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