Cost Segregation Case Study

Optimizing Cash
Flow for Auto Dealership Owners

$5,096,000

Property Purchase Price

$617,220

1st Year Tax Savings

100%

Bonus Deprecation

Property Overview

This modern auto dealership, purchased in October 2019, features 8,775 square feet of showroom and service space on a large 198,000 square foot lot. Located in a prime retail location, the $5.1 million facility includes specialized areas for vehicle display, customer service, and automotive maintenance. The property combines retail and service functions typical of modern car dealerships

Property TypeAuto Dealership
Purchase price(less land)$5,096,000
Building sqft8,775
Entire site sqft198,000
Data acquiredOCT 2019
Tax year study applied2019
Tax rate41%
Present value rate of return8%
Bonus depreciation100%

Building Allocation After Study

Cost Segregation Study Benefits

The cost segregation study found $1.5 million in assets that qualified for faster depreciation through 5- and 15-year property classifications. This led to big tax savings of $617,220 in the first year, thanks to 100% bonus depreciation. The study’s impact goes beyond just the first year, with tax benefits worth $511,429 over 10 years. When reinvested, these savings could grow to more than $8.4 million over time, showing just how valuable cost segregation can be for auto dealership owners.

Financial Benefits Achieved

Tax Savings Benefit in First Year$ 617,220
NPV Over 10-Years$511,429
NFP Over Remaining Life of Property$421, 989
Future Value of Invested Savings$8,488,442

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