Milex Complete Auto Care vs The Collision Shop Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Milex Complete Auto Care vs The Collision Shop including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Milex Complete Auto Care Franchise
The Collision Shop Franchise
Investment $197,457 - $296,767$150,000 - $175,000
Franchise Fee $35,000 - $45,000$35,000
Royalty Fee 7%6%/wk.
Advertising Fee 1%-
Year Founded 19781992
Year Franchised 19791993
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee $2.5K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Milex Complete Auto Care Franchise
The Collision Shop Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Milex Complete Auto Care Franchise
    The Collision Shop Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/YesNo/No
    Start-up Costs No/YesNo/No
    Equipment No/YesNo/No
    Inventory No/YesNo/No
    Receivables No/YesNo/No
    Payroll No/YesNo/No

    Training & Support
     
    Milex Complete Auto Care Franchise
    The Collision Shop Franchise
    Training On-Site and Classroom Training: During your hands-on training, you'll learn firsthand about how the business works. You'll interface with employees and customers. You'll watch the selling process in action. You become familiar with the business, inside and out. *Proven Business Systems Implementation *Financial Management Training *Lead Generation System Training *Personnel and Safety Systems *Customer Relations Training *Marketing and Sales Development *Business to Business Sales Training and Programs-
    Support Pre-Opening Support Services: *Site Selection Assistance *Lease Negotiation Assistance *Third Party Financing Relationships (including SBA) *New Business Start-Up Planning Ongoing Support Services and Franchisee Assistance: *Technical Assistance "Hot-Line" *Lead Generation Programs *Supplier Relationships *System Wide Intranet *National Warranty Program *Customer Financing Programs *National Fleet Programs *Human Resources and Personnel Consultation *Custom Designed Computer Software *Business Performance Analysis-
    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app -
    Operations

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3 - 4

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Milex Complete Auto Care Franchise
    The Collision Shop Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion YesNo

    Company Overviews

    About Milex Complete Auto Care

    Milex has a solid 40 year reputation for providing honest and professional automotive care for a reasonable price.
    * Specializing in general automotive repair and maintenance, Milex Services include engine maintenance and repair, brakes, air conditioning, tune-ups, steering and suspension, cooling system, computer diagnostics and more.
    * Ranked as one of the top 50 oil change plus chains in National Oil Lube& News.

     Consistently ranked in Franchise Times Top 100 Up and Coming Franchises and also honored as a Top Military Friendly Franchise by GI Jobs Magazine.

    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Mr. Transmission franchised business ranges from $203,613 to $260,873. This includes $46,188 that must be paid to the franchisor or affiliate.
    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Milex Complete Auto Care franchised business ranges from $197,457 to $265,860. This includes $46,188 that must be paid to the franchisor or affiliate.
    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Mr. Transmission and Milex Complete Auto Care co-branded franchised business ranges from $228,364 to $296,767. This includes $56,188 that must be paid to the franchisor or its affiliate.
    Veteran Incentives  $5,000 off franchise fee

    "Entrepreneur
    #481 in Franchise 500 for 2020.

    About The Collision Shop

    At THE COLLISION SHOP, we make it easy for you to own your own Auto Body & Paint Franchise. From the initial store set up to the hiring of the employees. THE COLLISION SHOP makes it a pleasant and rewarding experience. If you are ready to make the move to becoming your own boss, contact us today and learn why THE COLLISION SHOP is the number one Auto Body & Paint Franchise.
    AUTO BODY & PAINT FRANCHISE *NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY *Turn-Key Operation *Computerized Estimating *Easy Computerized Accounting System *Financing Available *Great Family Business *Be Your Own Boss *Success In Any Economy *On-going Local Support *Includes All Equipment *Existing Locations Available *One Month Training *Technical Support *Proven System