Fabrion vs Speedy Auto Service Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Fabrion vs Speedy Auto Service including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Fabrion Franchise
Speedy Auto Service Franchise
Investment $19,900 - $95,200$100,000 - $300,000
Franchise Fee $23,500 - $36,500$30,000
Royalty Fee 7%5%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 19871956
Year Franchised 19882004
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Fabrion Franchise
Speedy Auto Service Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Fabrion Franchise
Speedy Auto Service Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/No-/-
Start-up Costs No/No-/-
Equipment No/No-/-
Inventory No/No-/-
Receivables No/No-/-
Payroll No/No-/-

Training & Support
 
Fabrion Franchise
Speedy Auto Service Franchise
Training -3-6 weeks
Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Field operations/evaluations-
Marketing -A consistent, professional and integrated marketing program, at both the national and regional level, is under constant development to support the Speedy brand image through a variety of mediums. Cost effective media planning and the development of radio commercials, newspaper ads, point-of-sale materials and direct mail campaigns can provide a powerful means to drive your business.
Operations Franchise can be run from home.

10% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1 - 3

Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (90% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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Expansion Plans
 
Fabrion Franchise
Speedy Auto Service Franchise
US Expansion Yes-
Canada Expansion NoYes
International Expansion Yes-

Company Overviews

About Fabrion

In 1988, we began franchising Fabrion's exclusive repair and restoration systems. Today there are 118 Fabrion franchisees operating mobile repair and restoration units in major U.S. markets. The Fabrion franchise network is now servicing over 4,000 new car dealers at their used car facilities and achieves millions in annual sales. YOUR SUCCESS RIGHT NOW IS SITTING ON THE LOTS OF NEW CAR DEALERS WITH USED CAR FACILITIES, RENTAL CAR AGENCIES, TAXICAB AND BUS FLEETS, AND AUTOMOBILE AUCTION LOTS! With Fabrion's revolutionary restoration products and methods, you will have the confidence to sell our services to any business that sells, rents and maintains automobiles, buses and trucks. These businesses demand our high level of service because they know that the first impressions sell or rent a car, or whether a passenger will use their service again. For example in the U.S., in recent years, new car dealers have become increasingly aware that the sale of good clean used cars adds substantial profits to the bottom line. As a result, they are dependent upon selling used cars, and new car dealers are investing more money in reconditioning these automobiles. Car dealers realize they need their used car inventory looking and smelling almost new...because they know first impressions sell a car.
Fabrion franchisees offer the car dealer the industry restoration standards for velour, fabric, carpet, leather, vinyl, and plastic to repair damage done by cigarette burns, cuts, tears, faded areas, stains and holes in all substrates, expertly. Franchisees also deodorize automobiles that smell of tobacco, mold or mildew, pet or other odor. A typical mobile service unit will establish repeat sales and service 15 to 25 accounts about four times per month. Repeat business is established and ALL WORK IS GUARANTEED IN WRITING!

About Speedy Auto Service

The very first Speedy Muffler King shop was opened in Toronto in 1956. In December 2007 Speedy Corporation acquired Speedy Auto Service.

The qualified professionals at Speedy Auto Service have been proud to bring Canadians honest, reliable and affordable solutions for their auto repair needs. Our success comes from our emphasis on friendly, courteous service, with a goal of building long-lasting relationships with each one of our valued customers. This personal touch, combined with the unmatched technical knowledge of our certified team, is what makes Speedy Canada’s best choice for auto repair.

Our highly trained staff is as helpful in customer service as they are in auto repair. They’re always willing to go the extra mile and address any additional questions or concerns you may have about your vehicle; whether you’re in for a basic oil change or a major overhaul, they’ll do everything they can to ensure you’re completely satisfied before leaving our repair facility. We strive to bring you auto repair that’s as rich in a good customer experience as it is in quality.

 Speedy Auto Service will continue the process of converting from a company owned store system to franchisee owned and operated stores - a growth transition that began in 2004. * Build a profitable and rewarding future with one of today's leading auto service specialists. * Join one of Canada's leading and most popular brand name networks. * Being your own boss just got easier.