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Matco Tools
Sales of automotive tools, equipment and computerized diagnostic equipment to professional automotive service technicians and repair center owners. MATCO TOOLS is a home-based franchise that is owner-operated. Our business features weekly sales and service via mobile distribution. We offer exclusive territories, outstanding initial and continuing training and personalized business consultation. MATCO TOOLS and/or SBA loan financing.
Franchisor Background
Year Established:
1946
Franchising Since:
1993
IFA Member
CFA Member
Operating Units:
Franchised Units:
1,434
99.7%
Company-Owned Units:
5
0.3%
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Total Operating Units:
1,439
100%
Geographic Distribution:
U.S.:
1,462
97.5%
In 50 States
Canada:
38
2.5%
In 1 Canadian Provinces
International:
0
0%
In 0 Foreign Countries
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Total:
1,500
100%
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Density
Units
1. California
165
2. Texas
146
3. Florida
83
Registered in Following Registration States:
California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia
Financial Requirements
Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:
$75K
Cash Investment:
$30-35K
Total Investment:
$82-192K
Average Total Investment:
$137K
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:
$0
Average Franchise Fee:
$0K
On-Going Royalty:
0%
Average Royalty:
0%
Advertising Fee:
0%
Average Number of Employees:
1 Full-time, 0 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
NA
Preferred Sites:
Home-based
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions?
No
Earnings Claims Provided?
Yes
Listed in the SBA Registry?
No
Support and Training
International Franchise Association:
Yes
Canadian Franchise Association:
Yes
Franchisee Association/Member:
Yes, Member
Size of Corporate Staff:
400
Site Selection Assistance?
Not Applicable
Lease Negotiation Assistance?
Not Applicable
Financial Assistance?
Yes, Direct
Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:
No
National Advertising:
Yes
Regional Advertising:
Yes
Local Advertising:
Yes
Marketing Materials:
Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos
