Mister Transmission vs Take 5 Oil Change Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Mister Transmission vs Take 5 Oil Change including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Mister Transmission Franchise
Take 5 Oil Change Franchise
Investment $204,006 - $288,409$216,469 - $905,490
Franchise Fee $45,000$35,000
Royalty Fee 7%7%
Advertising Fee -5%
Year Founded 19631984
Year Franchised 19692016
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Mister Transmission Franchise
Take 5 Oil Change Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
    		• Our ideal candidate is someone looking for a high margin franchise investment and who should: Have a net worth of $1.5M+. Be an experienced business owner or a Franchise Owner of another brand who is looking to diversify, build wealth, and be first to market. Have management experience and a mentorship mentality. Have strong operations experience.

    Financing Options
     
    Mister Transmission Franchise
    Take 5 Oil Change Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/Yes
    Start-up Costs No/No-/Yes
    Equipment No/Yes-/Yes
    Inventory No/No-/Yes
    Receivables No/No-/Yes
    Payroll No/No-/Yes

    Training & Support
     
    Mister Transmission Franchise
    Take 5 Oil Change Franchise
    Training - On-The-Job Training: 120 hours Classroom Training: 55 hours
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Internet, Field operations/evaluationsNewsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
    Marketing National media, Regional advertising Co-op Advertising Ad Templates Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
    Operations 9% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 4 - 5

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Mister Transmission Franchise
    Take 5 Oil Change Franchise
    US Expansion -Yes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion YesYes

    Company Overviews

    About Mister Transmission

    Founded by Bruce Brillinger in 1963, Mister Transmission now has more than 85 franchised locations throughout Canada. The company is family-owned. Franchisees specialize in imports, 4x4 and front-wheel-drive transmissions, but also repair front axles, automatics, standards, clutches and differentials. Two-year clutch and nationwide warranties are available, and the franchises offer customers courtesy cars, free local towing and free multi-check and road tests.
    Since 1963, Mister Transmission is the name Canadians trust to provide them with high-quality transmission repairs and expert service. With franchises conveniently located coast-to-coast, Mister Transmission is the largest chain of transmission and driveline repair specialists in Canada. We're proud of our reputation and our history as Canada's premier transmission and technology experts.
     
    VetFran Discount: $5,000 off franchise fee

    About Take 5 Oil Change

    "Take
    We are Take 5, and we are proud to be the industry disruptor and automotive franchise to own. We took inspiration from the hospitality industry to transform the mundane task of getting an oil change into an enjoyable customer-focused experience. Our revolutionary drive-through oil change services can be found in over 500 locations in 18 states. As we continue to expand our brand, our immediate focus is to grow our brand presence through franchising in the Southeast United States.

    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a new (ground-up) Take 5 Oil Change Center franchise is $683,804 to $905,490.
    This includes $111,000 to $124,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or an affiliate.
    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a conversion Take 5 Oil Change Center franchise is $216,469 to $463,000.
    This includes $86,000 to $124,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or an affiliate.
    The total investment necessary to begin operation under the Area Development Agreement is $35,000 to $210,000.
    This includes $35,000 to $210,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or an affiliate.

    "Entrepreneur
    #426 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #216 in Franchise 500 for 2021.