Grease Monkey and Grease Monkey Shine vs Autosheen Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Grease Monkey and Grease Monkey Shine Franchise
Autosheen Franchise
Investment $55,000 - $761,135$22,000 - And Up
Franchise Fee $35,000$22,000
Royalty Fee 5%-
Advertising Fee 0.5%-
Year Founded 19781984
Year Franchised 19791984
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee $5K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Grease Monkey and Grease Monkey Shine Franchise
Autosheen Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Grease Monkey and Grease Monkey Shine Franchise
    Autosheen Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Grease Monkey and Grease Monkey Shine Franchise
    Autosheen Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 40 hours Classroom Training: 35 hours Additional Training: Annual regional meetings -
    Support Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform -
    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app -
    Operations 30% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 8

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (95% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Grease Monkey and Grease Monkey Shine Franchise
    Autosheen Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Grease Monkey and Grease Monkey Shine

    Founded in 1978, Grease Monkey centers provide preventive maintenance that meets manufacturers' recommendations for most makes and models of cars, with no appointment necessary. Grease Monkey International is the nation's largest independent franchisor of automotive oil change centers serving more than 2 million customers each year with 75% of them being return customers. Our "less hassle, more hustle!" customer experience is part of every signature Grease Monkey® service.

    Headquartered in Denver Colorado, the Grease Monkey® brand currently has more than 300 centers operating in the United States, Latin America, and China.
    GMI is not owned by a major oil company. Being independent means GMI's focus remains on helping customers properly maintain their car or truck, instead of selling a particular brand of oil. Since 1998, the company has offered a Monkey Shine program--a car wash adjacent to and in conjunction with the Grease Monkey Center.

    The estimated total investment necessary to begin operation of a Grease Monkey franchise ranges from $156,695 to $347,850, including between $5,000 and $50,000 which must be paid to the franchisor or its affiliates.
    If you elect to include a Monkey Shine Facility providing car wash services in conjunction with the Grease Monkey Center, the total investment increases between $151,650 and $761,135 depending on the configuration and size of your Monkey Shine Facility, none of which added costs is paid to the franchisor or its affiliates. Grease Monkey franchisees have the option to choose to operate a Monkey Shine Facility.
    Grease Monkey area developers acquire the right to develop multiple franchises, with a minimum of three Grease Monkey Centers in a designated development area. The total investment necessary to begin operation as an area developer to open three Grease Monkey Centers ranges from $55,000 to $65,000, all of which must be paid to the franchisor or its affiliates.
    Veteran Incentives  $10,000 off franchise fee

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    About Autosheen

    If you are considering a change of lifestyle, Autosheen could be the opportunity you've been waiting for... We still have areas of the UK open to entrepreneurs who are interested in joining our franchisee network of skilled operators. You need to be physically fit and have plenty of enthusiasm and commitment to shape your success. The Autosheen franchise is fantastic value. For only $13,995 + vat, a truly 'turnkey' package includes everything you need to start and operate your business:
    *Strong, well recognised brand that attracts local and national clients
    *Large exclusive territory with the ability to support at least 2 vans - should you wish *Comprehensive training Initial training covers all major services including car & marine valeting, Tribos protection and vehicle detailing Institute of Motoring Industry (IMI) Awards Qualification in 3 skill modules
    *Ongoing business and brand development *Regional business support for the life of the business
    *Free ongoing training for you and your staff for the duration of your franchise
    *Unique Autosheen valeting system High quality and exclusive product range for a high quality market Initial product package lasting up to 4 months
    *Dedicated specialist equipment
    *Robust weatherproof marquee, to accommodate vehicles including large 4x4s NEW Proven launch program
    *Professional marketing package, lasting up to 6 months
    *Local tele-marketing program
    *Google adwords campaign
    *Fully optimised national website
    *Your own 'mini' website
    *Corporate stationery and branded uniform
    *Exclusive mobile Tribos operator status and lucrative account work NEW
    *Access to an expanding national account portfolio Free annual marine insurance cover - worth $1,500 per annum
    * Access to a highly experienced Head Office support team