Grease Monkey and Grease Monkey Shine vs Fine Details Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Grease Monkey and Grease Monkey Shine vs Fine Details 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
Fine Details Franchise
Investment $55,000 - $761,135$120,000
Franchise Fee $35,000$30,000
Royalty Fee 5%-
Advertising Fee 0.5%-
Year Founded 19781995
Year Franchised 19791998
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee $5K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Grease Monkey and Grease Monkey Shine Franchise
Fine Details Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Grease Monkey and Grease Monkey Shine Franchise
    Fine Details 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
    Fine Details 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
    Fine Details Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    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 Fine Details

    Our vision is to grow Fine Details� across North America and finally into other countries through the sale of franchises and entire territories. We offer a unique opportunity for franchisees; the opportunity to tap into a growing market, and the tools and support to become successful in that market. As a Fine Details� Franchise Owner, you can enjoy the best of both worlds: being in business for yourself, but not by yourself. The future of Fine Details� is as bright as the shine of a brand new car. Now is the time to participate in this bright future by joining the Fine Details� Family. Essential Car Care Services The face of the Canadian car industry is changing, and Fine Details� is uniquely positioned to meet the challenges of the future. Current trends indicate vehicle owners are keeping their cars, vans and trucks on the road longer than ever before. This, combined with the fact that luxury car sales are increasing year by year, provides Fine Details� with a tremendous growth opportunity. Targeting and supporting the needs of both new and used vehicle owners, Fine Details� provides the highest quality detailing services and protection products available. Investing in a Fine Details� franchise gives you the opportunity to tap into this growing market. Your Fine Details� Centre will offer a variety of leading edge, custom made products and essential services that are increasing in demand throughout the year and which offer you a great potential for profit. As a Fine Details� Franchise Owner, you can enjoy the best of both worlds: being in business for yourself, but not by yourself. The future of Fine Details� is as bright as the shine of a brand new car. Now is the time to participate in this bright future by joining the Fine Details� family.