A Scalable Shine – Built for Growth, Driven by Demand
THE NEXT GEN CAR WASH
Clean Cars. Big Opportunity.
Neutron Shine is the modern car wash brand that is positioned for growth in the car wash space thru acquisition and greenfield builds. The model is focused on high end service experience with state-of-the-art technology in our tunnels and more advance cleaning solution chemistry. The bold vision is ready for investors wanting to be part of this exciting opportunity.
WHO WE ARE
A New Standard for Car Care.
Neutron Shine is a premium drive-through car wash brand on a mission to transform a highly fragmented industry with one unified brand experience. Built for middle to upper-income households who take pride in protecting their vehicles, we combine state-of-the-art tunnel equipment, cutting-edge cleaning science, and highly trained specialists to deliver a consistently superior outcome — faster and better than any competitor.The goal is density with numerous conveniently located facilities and a simple monthly membership model, that customers can enjoy at all locations for one monthly price. No vehicle will leave a Neutron Shine site unless the customer is completely satisfied.
Speed Without Compromise
Express wash designed for working professionals with a desire for an always clean car experience.
Consistent Quality
All locations will offer a consistent experience, the same technology, the same membership plan, and interface and patent cleaning solution for a spotless, showroom-quality finish customers expect.
State-of-the-Art Technology & Premium Products
We employ cutting-edge equipment and premium cleaning chemicals to ensure a superior finish every time.
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Consumers expect a level of detail that traditional washes simply cannot match. We provide the technical infrastructure for flawless results.
A Large, Fragmented Industry Overdue for Disruption.
The Market Need
With 56,000 car washes across the U.S., and the largest operator having fewer than 500 locations, the industry continues to be primed for consolidation. The industry is run largely by family owners, real estate developers and now PE firms during an initial first run at consolidation — not professional operators — leaving revenue, service quality, and customer satisfaction far below their potential.
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Net Promoter Score of the industry's largest portfolio – customers are actively dissastisfied.
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Average members per location today – Neutron Shine targets 4,000+ per site.
Professional Operators
Largest groups were assembled by private equity, not experienced multi-site operators.
Membership Revenue
Most locations sell memberships only in-lane, missing major recurring revenue channels in big box retailers, auto stores and online.
Customer Service
The industry's biggest player has a negative NPS – many customers are dissatisfied with their experience.
Inconsistent Brand Experience
No national brand delivers a consistent, premium experience across multiple locations.
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Significant Revenue Upside
By growing memberships from 1,000 to 4,000+ per location and driving EBITDA margins from 40% to 50%+, Neutron Shine targets a 600%+ total ROI over 10 years.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Right Time. The Right Team. The Right Market
Private equity overpaid for car wash assets between 2020–2023, pushing multiples to 17x–20x. Now that PE has pulled back, acquisition multiples have normalized to 9x–11x — creating a rare window to acquire cash-flowing assets at attractive prices. Neutron Shine currently has a strong pipeline of close to 100 locations mainly in the Southeast poised for acquisition at attractive prices. By improving technology, quality of cleaning solutions and world class service with 80% NPS there is a clear path to grow memberships, brand value and margins resulting in a premium exit.
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Premium Exit Strategy
A professionally managed, rebranded portfolio with locations throughout the Southeast is positioned to attract strategic buyers like Mister Car Wash or major PE firms at a higher exit multiple.
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Proven Operating Platform
Bronze Eagle Capital brings 100+ years of combined executive experience, having grown Park 'N Fly from $20M to $300M+ in value, which included 12 car wash locations.
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Attractive Entry Point
Acquisition multiples have returned to 9x-11x EBITDA – near replacement cost – making this an ideal time to deploy capital into car wash real estate.
THE TEAM
Lead By Proven Operators
Bronze Eagle Capital's leadership team brings over 100 years of combined executive experience across multi-site operations, acquisitions, and real estate.
Tony Paalz
CEO/Managing Partner
30+ years of executive experience. Former CEO of Park 'N Fly and COO of PODS. BA from the University of Michigan and MBA from Penn State.
Judy Vaughn
COO
Overseas day-to-day operations across all locations, ensuring consistency and service excellence throughout the portfolio.
Michael Deaderick
CFO/Partner
Director of Operations. Rossi oversees the efficiency of our tunnel logistics, ensuring maximum throughput with zero quality compromise.
Barbara Moore Diekon
Human Resources
Chief Investment Officer. Sterling manages capital deployment and strategic acquisitions for the Neutron Shine expansion roadmap.
Jeremy Mayer
Acquisitions & Finance
Head of Automation. Thorne is the architect of our laser-guided systems, bringing aerospace precision to every wash cycle.
Ella Lemesheva
Legal/Real Estate
Expert in real estate management, registration, and compliance. In-house liaison between lenders, equity partners, and title companies.
INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY
Be part of something big. Invest in Neutron Shine
We're seeking forward-thinking investors to help kickstart Neutron Shine and bring a proven car wash model to market. Please fill in your details below for more information, and our team will be in touch.
CLEAN CARS • CLEAR VISIONS • COMPELLING RETURNS