CARSTAR vs Pathetic Medic Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
CARSTAR Franchise
Pathetic Medic Franchise
Investment $298,200 - $804,300N/A
Franchise Fee $20,000 - $30,000N/A
Royalty Fee 1.5%-
Advertising Fee 1%-
Year Founded 19892004
Year Franchised 19892004
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
CARSTAR Franchise
Pathetic Medic Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
CARSTAR Franchise
Pathetic Medic Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/-
Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support
 
CARSTAR Franchise
Pathetic Medic Franchise
Training On-The-Job Training: 12 hours Classroom Training: 20 hours Additional Training: Regional training, 1-2 days; Ongoing training at franchisee's location as needed Held at our Corporate Headquarters in Pottstown, PA. This comprehensive 2 week training program will take you through every facet of the business. In addition, we provide field support to build your customer base and gain market share quickly and effectively.
Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform We supply unparalleled sales and operations assistance whenever you need it. From providing sales coaching for you or helping you with your financial and operational issues, our seasoned team of problem solvers ensures that the support you need is always a toll-free phone call or e-mail away. Also, ongoing training is available year round in several forms: regional meetings; computer-based instructional tools; and in-person, one-on-one visits from your highly trained personnel support representative.
Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing -
Operations Absentee Ownership Allowed

Number of Employees Required to Run: 8 - 9

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Expansion Plans
 
CARSTAR Franchise
Pathetic Medic Franchise
US Expansion Yes-
Canada Expansion Yes-
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

About CARSTAR

CARSTAR is a champion of the independent collision repair operators, consequently, CARSTAR is the largest automotive collision repair franchise in North America. The well publicized industry dynamitics: declining repair opportunities, acceleration in shops being de-selected from Insurance referral programs, excess repair capacity, increased competition from Multi-Shop Operators and Consolidators, and scarcity of skilled labor, has changed how the Independent Collision Repair Operator needs to conduct business. The CARSTAR Franchise program offers many solutions to these and other issues in which you and your business may be facing. We believe we are the champion for quality Independent shops, providing effective training solutions, staying involved in National and Local Industry Associations and developing sale and marketing programs to help our Franchisees compete in this turbulent market.

CARSTAR leverages the purchasing power of Driven Brands to provide tremendous benefits for our CARSTAR store owners. Nearly 50 corporately managed purchasing programs provide our CARSTAR partners on average $25,000 or more in cost savings and rebates. With larger volume stores easily surpassing that amount in rebates. Store owners also benefit from a national fleet program, top vendor partnerships and support from national service providers.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of a conversion CARSTAR franchise is $23,500 to $165,300. This includes $10,000 to $20,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or affiliate. The total investment necessary to begin operation of a new (ground-up) CARSTAR franchise is $298,200 to $804,300. This includes $10,000 to $20,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or affiliate.

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About Pathetic Medic

NO LONGER FRANCHISING

WHAT WE DO Pathetic Medic repairs and rejuvenates vehicle interiors, saving owners and car dealers thousands in replacement costs. We totally eliminate odors of all types including smoke. We remove all stains throughout the interior, bringing carpets, seats, side panels and more, back to life. Pathetic Medic repairs stone damaged windshields as well as exterior trim in addition to total interior repairs making us truly, one of-a-kind. DAY IN THE LIFE OF A MEDIC Bringing things back to life is very rewarding. A medic starts his/her day inspecting their customer's used car inventory on their established route. A list of needed repairs is given to the management for approval. The repairs are completed and the customer invoiced. Medics then move on to their next customer. Most Medics work full time, but, being your own boss, you will set your hours. WHAT YOU GET Everything you need to make money your first day of operation. You will receive all initial supplies, all advertising and marketing materials, tools and equipment, software, invoices, including administrative reports,EVERYTHING! This is a total turnkey system. After your comprehensive training we will assist you in creating your operational and marketing plan and will be there with you during your opening days. We maintain a toll-free swupport line and are there for you always to assist in marketing and technical issues. You are never alone.