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Mr. Transmission
It takes experience to build a good reputation and to be considered a pro. Mr. Transmission has been repairing transmissions for fifty years. We work hard to keep our reputation by offering honest professional service and a written nationwide warranty. The three important sources of business for our franchisees are retail sales, fleet accounts, and wholesale accounts.
Franchisor Background
Year Established:
1956
Franchising Since:
1990
IFA Member
Operating Units:
Franchised Units:
105
100%
Company-Owned Units:
0
0%
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Total Operating Units:
105
100%
Geographic Distribution:
U.S.:
115
100%
In 20 States
Canada:
0
0%
In 0 Canadian Provinces
International:
0
0%
In 0 Foreign Countries
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Total:
115
100%
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Density
Units
1. Georgia
21
2. Texas
18
3. Illinois
13
Registered in Following Registration States:
Financial Requirements
Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:
$250K
Cash Investment:
$60K
Total Investment:
$165-211.8K
Average Total Investment:
$188K
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:
$30K
Average Franchise Fee:
$30K
On-Going Royalty:
7%
Average Royalty:
7%
Advertising Fee:
$100/Mo.
Average Number of Employees:
4-5 Full-time, 0 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
4,500
Preferred Sites:
Free-standing Building
Other Sites:
Automotive Zone
Encourage Conversions?
Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?
Yes
Listed in the SBA Registry?
No
Support and Training
International Franchise Association:
Yes
Canadian Franchise Association:
No
Franchisee Association/Member:
Yes, Member
Size of Corporate Staff:
25
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, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos
