About Allstate Private Car Franchise
Allstate Private Car & Limousine is a franchise system operating in the executive ground transportation industry, commonly known as the "black car" business.
Franchisees provide luxury and executive car service to professionals, companies, organizations, and institutions primarily in the New York City metropolitan area.
Day-to-day operations involve receiving dispatch referrals from the franchisor's central communications system, transporting passengers in dark-colored four-door luxury sedans or SUVs, and processing fare payments through electronic vouchers or cash.
Allstate Private Car Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 - $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 33% Voucher Processing Fee of Gross Fare of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Not applicable | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $54,662 – $116,656 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $55K–$117K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (33% Voucher Processing Fee of Gross Fare) and marketing fee (Not applicable) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Franchisee Fee (Premium Franchise) | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Franchisee Fee (Standard Franchise) | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Vehicle | $15,000 | $60,000 |
| Security Deposit | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Liability Insurance (per year) | $5,500 | $12,000 |
| Administrative Fee | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Application Fee | $500 | $500 |
| New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission Vehicle License Fee | $550 | $550 |
| New York Vehicle Registration, Inspection Fee and Tax Stamp | $491 | $541 |
| Communications Equipment | $500 | $500 |
| Gasoline | $65 | $65 |
| EZ-Pass | $0 | $0 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | Privately negotiated between selling and buying Franchisee |
| Weekly Fees | $56.00 for single-shift; $80.00 for double-shift |
| Service Fees | $2.00 per voucher or credit card slip submitted for payment |
| Credit Card Processing Fee | 5% of the gross fare |
| Voucher Processing Fees | 33% of the Gross Fare |
| Radio Club | $0.50 per fare (max $1,000) |
| Indemnification of Allstate | As determined by the losses or expenses incurred |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 1-2 hours |
| Classroom Training | 1-2 hours |
| Training Location | Corporate office |
| Additional Training | Equipment orientation session only. Franchisor does not offer formal training and performs no hiring functions. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | New York metropolitan area including NYC, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester and Rockland counties, and nearby New Jersey and Connecticut |
| Description | Franchisor does not grant exclusive areas or territories to its Franchisees. Due to the nature of the service, operations are normally limited to the New York metropolitan area. You will not receive an exclusive territory and may face competition from other franchisees, franchisor-owned outlets, and other channels of distribution. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | Unlimited |
| Renewal Term | Unlimited |
| Renewal Fee | Not Applicable |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchise term is unlimited subject to applicable law and provisions of Article 33 of the General Business Law of the State of New York |
| Transfer Fee | Privately negotiated between selling Franchisee and purchaser |
| Transfer Conditions | Transferee must meet all requirements of a franchisee |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate for cause if franchisee is in default of any terms of the contract, or in the event of dishonesty, misconduct and/or conduct as set forth in the Agreement |
| Non-Compete Period | Not Applicable |
| Non-Compete Details | No non-competition covenants during or after the term of the franchise |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | The Franchisee is expected, but not required, to participate in the actual operation of the Franchise business. Franchisee may lease to another person, partnership, or corporation to operate the Franchise with written consent of Franchisor. A $150 non-refundable fee applies for approval of a substitute operator, who must complete the same training program. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisee must purchase a vehicle suitable for luxury and executive ground transportation services (dark color four-door luxury sedan or SUV, no more than 3 years old) |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisor does not require approved suppliers. Vehicle must meet specifications required by the Franchisee Communications Committee. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor does not receive revenue or other consideration from suppliers |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | Franchisor may finance the franchise fee for qualified franchisees. For Premium Franchise: minimum down payment of $2,000, balance financed up to $38,000 over 2-6 years in 24-72 equal monthly installments at prime rate plus 2% compounded annually. For Standard Franchise: minimum down payment of $2,000, balance up to $28,000 financed over 2-6 years in 24-72 equal monthly installments at rate determined by Franchisor. Franchisee also has a Lease to Own option with non-refundable weekly installments. |
Allstate Private Car Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Allstate Private Car does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Allstate Private Car Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Allstate Private Car System Growth
Allstate Private Car currently operates 1288 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 136 | 0 | 1088 |
| 2021 | 73 | 0 | 1161 |
| 2022 | 127 | 0 | 1288 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 1 states: NY
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