6/10

Franchimp Summary Rating

5 /10
Higher than 59% of peers

Franchise Summary

Description
Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation offers two franchise programs: a single automotive repair facility franchise and multiple automotive repair facility franchises. The franchised business is repairing and servicing automotive vehicles.
Company Background
Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation has been in the automotive repair and service industry for over 50 years. Starting with one location in 1968, we have grown to a network of over 250 locations nationwide. We are committed to providing our customers with exceptional customer service while delivering quality workmanship on every job we do. Our goal is to always provide our customers with speedy, professional, and affordable repairs that exceed their expectations.
Franchise Opportunity
Do you want to own your own auto repair shop? The automotive repair industry is one of the most fragmented industries in the world. There are over 500,000 independent auto repair shops in North America alone. Franchisees have a difficult time competing against larger national chains that can offer lower prices and more services because they don't have to worry about overhead costs like rent or employee salaries. By opening an Auto Repair franchise with Christian Brothers Automotive you gain access to our proven business model and training programs so that you can grow your business without worrying about things like finding quality employees or managing inventory. If you're looking for a way to get into business ownership but don't know where to start then we'll help make it happen! We've been helping people get started as their own boss since 1972 by providing them with all of the tools they need to succeed including marketing support, management training, technology solutions and much more! Our goal is simple; we
Corporate Structure
CBAC was incorporated in the state of Texas on March 25, 1982, under the name Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation. Our principal place of business and business address is 15995 N. Barkers Landing, Suite 145, Houston, Texas 77079. We do business under our corporate name and under the name CBAC.

Earnings Transparency

7 /10
This Franchise discloses slightly more information about the financial performance of their franchisees compared to other franchises in the same industry

Why do some franchises disclose more than others?
There are many reasons why a brand may choose to not include item 19 on their FDD: they could be a newer franchise, they may be in a unique industry that is not super profitable or well-known yet

Financial Performance of "Standard" Units

Average Revenue Per Unit

Compared vs. Automotive Industry

$1,669,700 / unit

Franchise Type: Standard

Average Revenue During 2020

$1,669,700
$122,260
Industry Low
$6,320,794
Industry High

Franchise Types Available

# Type Investment Fees

Distribution of Christian Brothers Automotive Franchisees

Christian Brothers Automotive Franchise System Development in 2022

Historical Christian Brothers Automotive System Growth

FAQ

How much investment do I need to start my own Christian Brothers Automotive business?
Franchisees typically require at least $530 to $645 investment to get their Christian Brothers Automotive business started
What are the initial franchise fees for Christian Brothers Automotive?
Franchisees typically need to pay at least $392 in fees directly to Christian Brothers Automotive in order to earn the right to launch their business
How much money can I make with a Christian Brothers Automotive franchise? What are the average revenues for a typical Christian Brothers Automotive business?
We estimate that the average revenue of an individual Christian Brothers Automotive unit is approximately $1,669,700. We based this on Item 19 in franchise disclosure document
How long do I need to commit to running a Christian Brothers Automotive unit? What is my contractual commitment?
Christian Brothers Automotive franchisees are typically required to sign up to a 15 year contract initially. The renewal length is 5 years. You can of course exit early but don’t expect to get any refund!

Accessibility

5 /10
The Franchisor's investment costs ranges from $530,250 to $645,400 which is Much Higher than the $0 to $0 average in the Automotive industry
What determines the investment cost?
Item 7 of the Franchise Disclosure Document lays out the full list of initial investment costs, including the fee payable to the franchisor, security deposits, equipment, professional fees etc

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