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AAMCO
- AAMCO Transmissions, Inc.
Horsham, PA 19044
- (800) 523-0402 / (800) 292-8500
- (215) 956-0340 (Fax)
- Mr. Curt Hapward, VP Franchise Sales/Dev.
- [email protected]
AAMCO Transmissions is the world's largest chain of transmission specialists and one of the leaders in total car care services. AAMCO has approximately 900 automotive centers throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Established in 1962, AAMCO is proud to have served more than 35 million drivers.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1963
Franchising Since: 1963
Operating Units
| Franchised Units | 900 | 98.7% |
|---|---|---|
| Company-Owned Units | 12 | 1.3% |
| Total Operating Units | 912 | 100% |
Geographic Distribution
| USA | 838 | 93.3% | In 48 States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 27 | 3.0% | In 4 Provinces |
| International | 33 | 3.7% | In 3 Foreign Countries |
| Total | 898 | 100% |
Multi-Unit Operators
| Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
|---|---|
| Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
North American Unit Density
| Density | Units |
|---|---|
| Florida | 71 |
| Texas | 68 |
| Pennsylvania | 49 |
Registered in the 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, Alberta
Back to TopSupport and Training
General Information
| IFA Member | Yes |
|---|---|
| CFA Member | No |
| Franchisee Association? | Yes, is not a member |
| Size of Corporate Staff | 120 |
| Site Selection Assistance |
Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance | Yes |
| Financial Assistance | Yes, Indirect |
Marketing Support
| Co-Op Advertising | Yes |
|---|---|
| National Advertising | Yes |
| Regional Advertising | Yes |
| Local Advertising | Yes |
| Marketing Materials | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Coupons/Rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Television Ads, Videos |
| Additional Services: | Grand Opening, In-House Marketing, Marketing Research, Newsletter, Press Releases |
Ongoing Support
| Central Data Processing | N/A |
|---|---|
| Central Purchasing | N/A |
| Field Operation Evaluation | Included |
| Field Training | Included |
| Initial Store Opening | Included |
| Inventory Control | Yes, at additional cost |
| Franchisee Newsletter | Included |
| Regional or National Meetings | Yes, at additional cost |
| 800 Telephone Hotline | Included |
Training
| Regional, Annual, On-Line | Ongoing |
| Horsham, PA | 3 Weeks |
| On-Site | 5 Weeks |
Financial Requirements
Investment
| Minimum Net Worth | $50-182K |
|---|---|
| Cash Investment | $60-100K |
| Total Investment | $224-299K |
| Average Total Investment | $262K |
Fees
| Initial Franchise Fee | $39.5K |
|---|---|
| Average Franchise Fee | $39K |
| On-Going Royalty | 7.50% |
| Average Royalty | 7% |
| Advertising Fee | Varies, $150/mo for national |
Site Information and Requirements
| Average Number of Full-Time Employees | 4 |
|---|---|
| Average Number of Part-Time Employees | 0 |
| Space Needs (in square feet) | 1212 |
| Preferred Site Types | Free Standing Building, Storefront, Strip Center |
| Encourages Conversions | Yes |
| Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided? | Yes |
| Listed in the SBA Registry? | No |
Franchisee Qualifications
| Financial Net Worth | 4 |
|---|---|
| General Business Experience | 4 |
| Specific Industry Experience | 1 |
| Formal Education | 2 |
| Psychological Profile | 3 |
| Personal Interviews | 3 |
Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract | 15 |
|---|---|
| Term of Renewal Period | 15 |
| Passive Ownership? | Allowed |
| Area Development Agreements? |
Yes, for 0 years |
| Sub-Franchisor Contracts? |
No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | No |
Expansion Plans
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months | 40 |
|---|---|
| USA | Yes, All United States |
| Canada | Yes, All Canada |
| Overseas | Yes, All Countries |
