Is a Harley-Davidson Dealership a Good Investment?

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, hosts Heather Endresen, Bill D'Alessandro, Michael Girdley, Mills Snell, and special guest Chelsea Wood from Acquisition Lab take on a unique deal—a Harley-Davidson dealership listed at $8.6 million with $2.1 million in EBITDA.
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They dig into the complexities of owning a franchise dealership, Harley-Davidson’s brand challenges with shifting demographics, and whether this iconic brand can attract younger generations or if it’s a risky buy in a declining market.
Key Highlights:
- Generational Shift & Brand Image: The team explores Harley’s struggle to maintain its appeal as younger generations show less interest in motorcycles, affecting dealership sales and longevity.
- Franchise Dealership Model: Michael explains the razor-and-blade model of franchise dealerships, where profits come more from service, parts, and financing rather than new bike sales.
- Buyer Beware: Chelsea warns about the risks for inexperienced buyers, emphasizing the importance of thorough due diligence and questioning why existing franchise owners haven’t picked up this dealership.
- Industry Dynamics: Bill highlights market shifts in power sports and discusses whether Harley-Davidson’s brand has long-term durability or is facing a “falling knife” situation as sales decline.

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You won't believe this unique real estate investment: a Bingo Hall for sale in Michigan! Business Listing - https://abb-businessbrokers.com/long-time-bingo-hall/ Acquisition Lab – Your premier buy-side advisory service for buying a business. Check them out at https://www.acquisitionlab.com/ HoldCo Conference – The ultimate event for entrepreneurs and investors in the holding company space. Get your tickets at https://www.holdcoconference.com In this episode, the team dives into an unusual investment opportunity: a long-standing Bingo Hall in Michigan. Mills Snell, Michael Girdley, and Heather Endresen discuss the business model, potential risks, and whether this is a viable acquisition. They explore the regulatory gray areas of bingo operations, compare them to other gambling-adjacent businesses like poker rooms in Texas, and debate the long-term sustainability of the industry as demographics shift. Is this a hidden gem or a risky play? Key Highlights: - Why Bingo Halls are so hard to find on the market - The real estate play behind this business opportunity - The regulatory and compliance risks of bingo and gambling-adjacent businesses - Is the decline of baby boomers a long-term headwind for Bingo? - Can an SBA loan be used for this kind of acquisition? - The parallels between Bingo Halls, poker rooms, and other gaming-related businesses Subscribe to weekly our Newsletter and get curated deals in your inbox Advertise with us by clicking here Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel . Do you enjoy our content? Rate our show ! Follow us on Twitter @ acquanon Learnings about small business acquisitions and operations. For inquiries or suggestions, email us at contact@acquanon.com…

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