What is the best business funding for auto repair shops?

The most common options for auto repair shops are equipment financing, merchant cash advance, business term loans, business line of credit. The best fit depends on your time in business, revenue, credit and what the funds are for.

Can auto repair shops get funding with bad credit?

Often yes. Revenue-based products such as merchant cash advances and collateral-backed products like equipment financing weigh revenue and assets more than credit.

How much funding can auto repair shops get?

Revenue-based providers commonly approve about 50%–150% of average monthly revenue. Term and SBA loans may go higher for established businesses.

What documents do auto repair shops need?

Usually 3–4 months of business bank statements, ID and a voided check; larger loans add tax returns and financial statements.

Industry funding

Business Funding for Auto Repair Shops

The most common business funding options for auto repair shops are equipment financing, merchant cash advance, business term loans and business line of credit. Auto repair shops combine heavy equipment needs with steady card sales.

Last updated October 23, 2026

Typical funding needs for auto repair shops

Lifts and diagnostic equipment
Parts inventory
Shop expansion
Payroll

Funding options compared

Comparison of business funding options (industry estimates)
Option	Amount	Term	Typical cost	Speed	Credit
Equipment Financing	$5k – $5M	2 – 7 years	6% – 30% APR	1 – 10 days	600+
Merchant Cash Advance	$5k – $500k+	3 – 18 months	1.10 – 1.50 factor	24 – 72 hours	500+ often accepted
Business Term Loans	$25k – $2M	1 – 10 years	8% – 45% APR	1 day – 4 weeks	650 – 680+
Business Line of Credit	$10k – $500k	Revolving; draws 6–24 mo	10% – 60% APR	1 – 7 days	600 – 680+

Typical requirements

6–24 months in business depending on product
$10k+ in monthly revenue for revenue-based options
3–4 months of business bank statements
580–680+ credit depending on product

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