Wilhelm Automotive vs DPF Alternatives Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Wilhelm Automotive Franchise
DPF Alternatives Franchise
Investment $118,400 - $302,500$45,000 - $141,500
Franchise Fee $35,000$10,000 - $25,000
Royalty Fee -$750/mo.
Advertising Fee -$300/mo.
Year Founded -2013
Year Franchised -2016
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Wilhelm Automotive Franchise
DPF Alternatives Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Wilhelm Automotive Franchise
DPF Alternatives Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
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Training & Support
 
Wilhelm Automotive Franchise
DPF Alternatives Franchise
Training --
Support --
Marketing --
Operations --

Expansion Plans
 
Wilhelm Automotive Franchise
DPF Alternatives Franchise
US Expansion -Yes
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion -Yes

Company Overviews

About Wilhelm Automotive

Wilhelm Automotive is a comprehensive automotive mechanical repair facility. With state of the art systems and over 80 years of experience they are an industry leader. National and local awards for service excellence including being recognized as a Motor Age national "Top Shop". Services include: *Maintenance - Including: Oil, Lube, Filter, Ignition, Fluids, distributors, etc. (also including "UnderCar Services" *Repair - Including: Heating and Cooling, Radiators, heavy-Duty Servics, Overhaul, general maintenance and everything in between *Diagnostics - Including: Electrical, Electronic Systems, Computer, Emissions, Controls, etc. *General - Including: Domestic and Import, Gas or Diesel, Off-Road *Misc Services such as, Towing to the shop, fuel economy, tires, pre-purchase inspections, pre-trip inspections, etc. *Fleet Services

About DPF Alternatives

"DPF
DPF Alternatives has franchise opportunities available with many markets selling quickly. If you are interested in joining a highly resilient, fast growing niche market, and you like being part of a team, the largest Diesel Particulate Filter service company in the country would like to welcome you with open arms. Our DPF Alternatives family is always looking for great team players who want to make a difference.

Veteran Incentives  25% off franchise fee

#361 in Franchise 500 for 2021.  Not in Franchise 500 for 2020.