Mr. Transmission vs Mr. Lube Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Mr. Transmission Franchise
Mr. Lube Franchise
Investment $203,613 - $296,767$300,000 - $500,000
Franchise Fee $45,000$50,000
Royalty Fee 7%-
Advertising Fee $100/mo.-
Year Founded 19561976
Year Franchised 1976-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee $2.5K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Mr. Transmission Franchise
Mr. Lube Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Mr. Transmission Franchise
    Mr. Lube Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Mr. Transmission Franchise
    Mr. Lube Franchise
    Training --
    Support Whether you are looking for a single brand opportunity or a co-brand approach, we offer you the support to build and sustain a successful business. 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. Pre-Opening Support Services: Site Selection Assistance Lease Negotiation Assistance Third Party Financing Relationships (including SBA) New Business Start-Up Planning Comprehensive Concept & Operational Training: 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 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 slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3 - 5

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (93% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Mr. Transmission Franchise
    Mr. Lube Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Mr. Transmission

    A perceived brand for more than 50 years, we've manufactured a strong notoriety as the expert transmission specialists.

    * As the second biggest transmission establishment in the province, we are one of the business pioneers.

    * Specializing in transmission and drive prepare support repair, modifies and substitution.

    * Consistently positioned as one of the top car repair establishments in Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 and respected 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.



    About Mr. Lube

    With 92 stores and growing, Mr. Lube Canada is the industry leader in Canada's franchise automotive maintenance market. 100% Canadian owned, Mr. Lube Canada is committed to providing a franchise system offering a range of premium vehicle maintenance services in a clean, efficient, first-class manner at convenient retail outlets.

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    #18 in Canada's Top franchises.