Equipment financing

Auto Repair Equipment Financing: Capital for Your Next Bay Upgrade

We connect independent mechanic shops with specialized lenders for car lifts, diagnostic scanners, and wheel service equipment.

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Check your options with one soft credit inquiry.

Industry terminology
  • Secured term loan
  • Equipment lease
  • Working capital
  • Soft pull
  • Capital expenditure
  • Equipment valuation
  • Service bay
  • Diagnostic capacity
  • $10K–$500K Available funding range
  • 24–48 hours Typical approval timeline
  • 1 soft pull No impact on credit score
How it works

How the money moves.

One soft check to match. One hard pull, and only from the lender you choose. That mechanism is why this is not a broker.

1
You
Submit inquiry
Fill out the simple form with your equipment needs and business info.
2
Us
Review options
We match your request with lenders specializing in auto shop hardware.
3
Lender
Verify assets
The chosen lender reviews the equipment invoice and shop financials.
4
Lender
Receive funds
The lender wires the capital directly to you or the equipment vendor.

Specialized industry focus

  • Lenders understand the residual value of garage equipment.
  • We prioritize partners who know automotive shop workflows.

Asset-backed structure

  • Lower rates by using the purchased equipment as collateral.
  • Keep your cash flow open for day-to-day shop operations.

Flexible repayment terms

  • Terms ranging from 12 to 72 months to fit your budget.
  • Options to align payments with seasonal shop revenue cycles.
Why this exists

Why the usual lenders say no.

Your revenue is real. The problem is the form. Here is why traditional underwriting turns away healthy operators in this space, and what we do differently.

01

Limited credit history

Traditional banks often require decades of operations and perfect personal credit scores.

We work with lenders who look at your shop cash flow and the equipment value itself.
02

Used equipment focus

Big banks prefer funding brand-new machinery with ironclad warranties.

Our partners offer specific programs for used auto repair equipment from reputable brands.
03

High debt-to-income

Consumer-focused lenders flag high existing business debt as an automatic risk.

Asset-based lenders focus on the ROI that new tools bring to your bottom line.
Composite scenarios

What a funded request actually looks like.

Composite illustrative scenarios, not specific borrowers. Each is built from the kinds of requests this niche routinely sees.

Illustrative Midwest · Equipment term loan
$45K–$60K

Independent shop owner

Purchase of two high-clearance 2-post lifts and air compressors.

Illustrative Southwest · Equipment lease
$20K–$35K

Auto body shop lead

Full set of modern frame alignment and body shop tools.

Illustrative Pacific · Startup capital
$75K–$100K

New startup mechanic

Complete diagnostic suite and wheel alignment system for grand opening.

Illustrative Northeast · Equipment financing
$15K–$25K

Tire shop manager

Replacement of older tire changer and wheel balancer units.

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Business resources

Beyond equipment funding

Explore additional options for general business growth, such as commercial real estate or shop renovation loans. We help you find the right capital fit.

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Questions we get asked

Frequently asked.

Yes, many of our partners offer financing for used equipment provided it is sourced from a reputable dealer. The asset valuation typically considers the make, model, and age of the tool. Expect lenders to look for equipment that still holds at least 50% of its initial value.

What are you looking for?

Pick the option that fits your situation — we'll take you to the right place.