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| Master Mechanic, The 1989 Dundas St. E. Mississauga, ON, L4X 1M1 Canada |
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Business Description
The business provides full-service automotive repair and maintenance services to both retail and commercial clients through its franchisees, with special emphasis on drivability and engine performance. This is an excellent opportunity for existing independent garages looking to rebrand or for those with automotive and/or business experience who are considering the benefits of owning their own business.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1982
Franchising Since: 1986
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Registered in Following Registration States:
Financial Requirements
Average Number of Employees: 3-5 Full-time, 1-2 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): 3,000-5,000
Preferred Sites: Free-standing Building, Storefront, Strip Center, Regional Mall
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
The business provides full-service automotive repair and maintenance services to both retail and commercial clients through its franchisees, with special emphasis on drivability and engine performance. This is an excellent opportunity for existing independent garages looking to rebrand or for those with automotive and/or business experience who are considering the benefits of owning their own business.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1982
Franchising Since: 1986
| Operating Units: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Franchised Units: | 35 | 97.2% | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Company-Owned Units: | 1 | 2.8% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Operating Units: | 36 | 100.0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
| Density | Units |
| 1. Ontario | 36 |
Registered in Following Registration States:
Financial Requirements
| Investment: | |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $200K |
| Cash Investment: | $60-80K |
| Total Investment: | $175-225K |
| Average Total Investment: | $200K |
| Fees: | |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $25K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $25K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 6% |
| Average Royalty: | 6% |
| Advertising Fee: | 3% |
Space Needs (in square footage): 3,000-5,000
Preferred Sites: Free-standing Building, Storefront, Strip Center, Regional Mall
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
| Franchisee Qualifications | |||||||||
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): | |||||||||
| Financial Net Worth: | 4 | ||||||||
| General Business Experience: | 4 | ||||||||
| Specific Industry Experience: | 4 | ||||||||
| Formal Education: | 3 | ||||||||
| Psychological Profile: | 4 | ||||||||
| Personal Interview(s): | 5 | ||||||||
| Terms of Contract | |||||||||
| Term of Initial Contract: | 20 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Term of Renewal Period: | Open Year(s) | ||||||||
| Passive Ownership: | Allowed, But Discouraged | ||||||||
| Area Development Agreements? | Yes, for 0 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | Yes | ||||||||
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes | ||||||||
| Support and Training | |||||||||
| International Franchise Association: | No | ||||||||
| Canadian Franchise Association: | Yes | ||||||||
| Franchisee Association/Member: | Yes, Member | ||||||||
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 5 | ||||||||
| Site Selection Assistance? | Yes | ||||||||
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Yes | ||||||||
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Indirect | ||||||||
| Marketing Support: | |||||||||
| Co-Op Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| National Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Regional Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| Local Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| Marketing Materials: | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Emails, Promotional Items, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos | ||||||||
| Additional Services: | None Specified | ||||||||
| Other Marketing Support: | None Specified | ||||||||
| On-Going Support: | |||||||||
| Central Data Processing: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Central Purchasing: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Training: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Initial Store Opening: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Inventory Control: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Regional or National Meetings: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Training: | |||||||||
| 1. Classroom | 1 Week | ||||||||
| 2. Training Shop | N/A | ||||||||
| 3. On-Site | 3 Weeks | ||||||||
| Expansion Plans | |||||||||
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