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Updated RecentlyRent-A-Wreck Franchise
Auto rentals & leasing
Rent-A-Wreck is the Smart AlternativeTM to all your car rental needs.
Founded in 1968 and franchising since 1973, we are one of the
best-known neighborhood car rental companies in the U.S. and global
market.
'Do you really rent wrecks?'
After being in business for many years with one of the most unique and memorable corporate
names, we still get calls from people every day asking this question.
Rest assured, our vehicles are more like the cars you drive everyday. We
keep our fleet of cars, trucks, and vans clean and well maintained; they
are far from wrecks! We hope that our funny name helps you to remember
us, and our low cost rentals and high quality customer service will earn
and keep your business.
Whether you need a rental vehicle for
business, pleasure or something in between, Rent-a-Wreck is here for all
your driving needs. Many of our locations stock economy cars and full
size luxury sedans; and they also offer pickup trucks, box trucks,
min-vans, cargo vans, 15-passenger vans, SUVs, and station wagons for
rent as well!
Try any of our locations across the United States and internationally in Norway, Sweden and Denmark.
It's time to give yourself permission to build your days around what's important to you! You're in Control!
For more information, complete our FREE FRANCHISE ADVICE form!
How much does it cost to open a Rent-A-Wreck Franchise?
The investment required to open a Rent-A-Wreck Franchise is between $36,600-$211,000. There is an initial franchise fee of $18,000-$75,000 which grants you the license to run a business under the Rent-A-Wreck name.
Individual Unit Costs
- Initial Investment:
$36,600-$211,000 - Initial Franchise Fee:
$18,000-$75,000 - Royalty Fee:
$30/car/mo. - Advertising Fee:
N/A - Term of Agreement:
10 years
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Rent-a-wreck Trades In Its Beat-up Car-rental Image
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"I saw ...
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Scott Davis, owner and operator of Rent-A-Wreck of Oneonta the convenient and cost-saving neighborhood car rental company, is celebrating his 20 th year of success this month.
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Rent-a-wreck Of Havre Celebrates Twenty Fifth Year Anniversary
Robert and Karin Breum, owners and operators of Rent-A-Wreck of Havre the convenient and cost-saving neighborhood car rental company, are celebrating their 25 th year of success this month.
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Rent-A-Wreck News & Press Releases
When did Rent-A-Wreck start Franchising? 1977
| Year | U.S.A. | Canada | International | Corporate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 302 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | 350 | 0 | 26 | 0 |
| 2003 | 398 | 0 | 24 | 0 |
| 2002 | 417 | 0 | 22 | 0 |
| 2001 | 491 | 0 | 26 | 0 |
International:
| Expense | In-House | Third Party |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | Yes | No |
| Startup Costs | No | Yes |
| Equipment | No | Yes |
| Inventory | No | Yes |
| Accounts Receivable | No | No |
| Payroll | No | No |
Third Party Financing Source(s): AFC, Manheim Auto Financing
Training
Rent-A-Wreck has a comprehensive five-day initial training seminar that covers all the information you need to open a successful Rent-A-Wreck business. In addition, we also provide opportunities for you to continually expand your knowledge with resources such as our webinars, quarterly newsletters, and regional and national franchisee meetings.
Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising
International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 30% of all franchisees own more than one unit
Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (70% of current franchisees are owner/operators)
Your income potential as a Rent-A-Wreck Franchise entrepreneur depends vastly on many factors. As an entrepreneur, the goals to achieve are related to expanding sales while lowering your operation costs and increasing the quality of your products and or services. Each month your operating costs can include royalty fees, mortgage / rent, supplies for products, staffing, utilities, bookwork, stationary and other items. From one month to the next, you may find your costs fluctuate, but your up-front costs are, for the most part, fixed and they will cover most of the initial setup of equipment, signage and renovations.
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Rent-A-Wreck
Rent-A-Wreck
10324 S. Dolfield Rd.
Owings Mills,
MD
21117