1-800 Radiator & AC

The 1-800 Radiator & A/C franchisee has on average 1,000 automotive type businesses as its primary customers; including parts stores, repair shops, body/collision shops, new and used car dealers, junk yards, and radiator repair shops. A fully integrated proprietary software system gives franchisees a strong competitive advantage over local competitors in their market.
This B2B Automotive Parts distribution business offers a simple and proven business model backed by a strong Item 19. Servicing a specific and needed niche in the automotive parts segment. New product offerings are constantly added to the network for huge growth opportunities.
Why the Automotive Parts Industry?
Recession resistance
Strong growth opportunities
Unique niche
OUR IDEAL FRANCHISEE
Successful owners from all walks of life
Financially qualified
No Automotive Knowledge or Experience Needed
AVAILABLE MARKETS
US markets available: 65 available territories
Available in Canada: YES
International Referrals: NO
BACKGROUND
Year founded: 1985
Year Franchised: 2005
Number of franchises currently operating: 201
Number of corporate owned franchises: 1
Home Based: NO
Absentee ownership available: NO
Accepting Master Franchisor and Area Developer Referrals: NO
Average number of employees required: 6
E2 Visa Friendly: NO
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Franchise Fee: Single: $45,000
Providing earnings guidance in Item 19 in FDD: YES
Total investment range: $300,000 to $750,000
Net worth requirement: $800,000
Royalty: 8% of Gross Sales
Additional fees: 2% of Gross Sales
Financial assistance available: YES
VetFran program: NO
All veterans are eligible for a 10% discount on franchise fee
SUPPORT & TRAINING PROVIDED
Training and support program details:
2 weeks of one on one remote training with subject matter experts
1 week at corporate office and on site at a corporate location
2 weeks at location. The week before and the week after opening
Cost for Training: Only cost is travel to corporate office in California
Lodging and airfare included: NO
Site Selection Assistance: YES
Lease Negotiation Assistance: YES
Mentor following training: YES
Length of mentoring Franchisee: Ongoing
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