About Big O Tires Franchise
Big O Tires is a tire and automotive service franchise that has been serving customers since 1962.
A subsidiary of TBC Corporation, the brand offers a full range of tire sales along with automotive maintenance services including oil changes, brake repairs, alignments, and more.
Big O Tires has built a strong reputation for honest service and competitive pricing in the automotive aftermarket industry.
Big O Tires Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$1.2M
Average Investment
$2.9M
Maximum Investment
$4.5M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $17,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | N/A | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $1,200,000 – $4,500,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $1.2M–$4.5M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT Method of To Whom | $10,000 | $17,500 |
| Initial Training- Fees, Travel & Lodging Expenses | $1,000 | $9,000 |
| See | $40,000 | $160,000 |
| end of the lease term Big O, its Equipment, fixtures and other fixed | $250,000 | $395,000 |
| Third Parties Construction, Remodeling, Leasehold Big O, its Improvements and De | $25,000 | $750,000 |
| Third Parties Big O, its Signs | $15,000 | $75,000 |
| As Incurred As Agreed Nonrefundable Affiliates, or Third Parties Grand Opening A | $10,000 | $50,000 |
| Method of To Whom Expenditures Low High When Due Payment Refundability Payment M | $75,000 | $187,500 |
| See Note | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Computer Hardware and Software Big O and Third | $20,500 | $33,500 |
| Parties Non-recurring Pre-opening Costs | $5,000 | $35,000 |
| If leased, the base monthly rent is estimated to range from | $10,000 | $40,000 |
| If you purchase the land and build your store, your estimated combined costs for | $1,200,000 | $4,500,000 |
| Of this amount, | $10,000 | $11,000 |
| If you request integration of your accounting system with the BOT POS system at | $3,500 | $7,000 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Franchisor does not offer financing. |
Big O Tires Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$2824712000.0M
Revenue Range
$2.9M – $2.9M
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Big O Tires Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordBig O Tires has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Big O Tires System Growth
Total Units
501
Franchised
24
Company-Owned
477
Big O Tires currently operates 24 franchised locations and 477 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Big O Tires Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Big O Tires franchise ranges from $1,200,000 to $4,500,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $17,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Big O Tires charges a royalty fee of N/A of gross sales, plus a 2% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Big O Tires Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Big O Tires to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Big O Tires franchise owners report average revenue of $2824712000.0M. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Big O Tires has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $1,200,000-$4,500,000, a N/A royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $17,500 and the total investment ranges from $1,200,000 to $4,500,000 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $150,000 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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