About FUSA Franchise
Fix Auto is a collision repair franchise operating under Driven Brands, Inc., one of the largest automotive services companies in North America.
The brand has been franchising since 1998, providing professional auto body repair and related services to the general public, automobile dealerships, insurance companies, and fleet accounts.
The initial franchise fee is $10,000.
FUSA Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$55K
Average Investment
$1.6M
Maximum Investment
$3.1M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $10,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 3% of Monthly Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 0.75% of Gross Sales (Maximum $950 per month) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $54,500 – $3,069,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $55K–$3.1M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (3% of Monthly Gross Sales) and marketing fee (0.75% of Gross Sales (Maximum $950 per month)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Integration Fee | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Initial Training Expenses | $1,500 | $2,000 |
| Signage | $3,000 | $20,000 |
| Office Equipment/Supplies | $1,500 | $5,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $1,000 | $50,000 |
| Initial Local Advertising | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Uniforms | $500 | $5,000 |
| Equipment and Fixtures | $0 | $400,000 |
| Computer System and Software | $20,000 | $75,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 months | $5,000 | $250,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $7,500 |
| Renewal Fee | Timely renewal: $1,000; Delayed renewal: $10,000 |
| Technology Fee | $299 per year |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit, including the charges of any independent accountant and/or third-party vendor and attorneys’ fees, and per diem fees and costs of our employees, related travel and lodging and other out-of-pocket costs, plus interest |
| Growth Fee | 3% of Gross Sales growth for a particular quarter |
| Additional Marketing Campaigns (Regions) | Varies (Annual amount not to exceed $10,000, without either a majority vote of franchisees or your prior written consent) |
| Late Fees | The greater of the highest applicable legal rate for open account business credit, or 1.5% per month |
| Insurance Policies | Amount of unpaid premium |
| Central Review Fee | Currently, 0% of Gross Sales; may increase up to 2% of Gross Sales |
| Non-reporting Fee | $750 per month |
| Additional Training | $1,500 per day plus expenses |
| Cost of Enforcement or Defense | All costs including attorneys’ fees |
| Indemnification | Will vary under circumstances |
| Promotional Items | $10 - $1,000 |
| National Conference Attendance | $700 - $1,000 |
| fixautousa.com Fee | $25 per month for up to 5 e-mail addresses; $50 per month for 5 to 10 e-mail addresses |
| Liquidated Damages for Termination of Franchise Agreement for Violations of Transfer Provisions of Franchise Agreement | Varies |
| Non-Attendance Fee | $500 per meeting |
| Liquidated Damages for Violating the Non-Disparagement Provision in the Franchise Agreement | $500 for each violation |
| Holdover Signage Fee | $3,500 per month |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 20-27 hours |
| Classroom Training | 17 - 21 |
| On-the-Job Training | 3 - 6 |
| Training Location | Currently, via video conferencing, but, typically, at our corporate office or another site or your Franchised Business location. |
| Additional Training | Franchisee or a designated management employee must attend additional and/or refresher training programs, including national and regional conferences, conventions, and meetings (maximum one multi-day event per year, 6-9 local/regional meetings per year). Franchisee is responsible for all related expenses (travel, meals, lodging, wages). Estimated costs for additional training range between $1,500 and $2,000 per person. A $500 Non-Attendance Fee may be charged for missing more than one required meeting per calendar year. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive with a protected radius |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | one (1)-mile radius from the Approved Premises |
| Description | Franchisee receives a non-exclusive license to operate a FIX AUTO Shop at an approved location. The franchisor and its affiliates will not establish or authorize another FIX AUTO Shop within a one-mile radius of the Approved Premises, provided the franchisee is in Good Standing. However, the franchisor and its affiliates reserve the right to open, own, and/or operate any kind of business (including competing businesses) outside this one-mile radius, and may sell products and services to customers anywhere, including within the franchisee's territory, if similar to what the franchisee offers. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Term | up to 5 additional consecutive terms of 5 years each |
| Renewal Fee | Timely renewal: $1,000; Delayed renewal: $10,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must give written notice 6-12 months before expiration, pay all past due amounts, not be in default, substantially comply with terms and performance standards, execute the then-current franchise agreement and a general release, make reasonable capital expenditures to remodel/modernize, and secure a renewal/extension of the Location Agreement. |
| Transfer Fee | $7,500 |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisee must be in substantial compliance with all agreements, transferee must meet franchisor's requirements (experience, aptitude, financial resources, training), pay/assume all promissory notes, transferee must not operate a similar business, satisfy all undisputed third-party obligations, bring business into compliance with current standards, use escrow/closing attorney with a 2% hold back for 24 months for workmanship defects, and execute a general release. Transferee must agree to be bound by current or new franchise agreement terms. |
| Termination for Cause | Curable defaults (10-day cure for failure to maintain insurance, submit reports, make payments, comply with dispute resolution; 30-day cure for delinquency to suppliers/creditors, failure to comply with material provisions/standards, failure to complete FIX AUTO Integration, failure to comply with CMIP requirements, failure to meet site selection/development/opening requirements). Non-curable defaults (operating dangerously, abandonment, material misrepresentation, bankruptcy, felony conviction, unauthorized transfer, competition violation, failure to cooperate with audit). |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the franchise |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, franchisee, its subsidiaries, affiliates, and owners may not have any direct or indirect interest in any "same or substantially similar business" (collision repair facility or body shop business, excluding pre-existing business or other Driven Brands automotive franchises) without prior written consent. Also, may not join any other collision repair network or affiliation. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | A person who has successfully completed mandatory training and meets current standards must personally supervise the Franchised Business on a full-time basis. This person is the "Designated Operator." While an equity interest is not required for an on-premises supervisor, full-time on-site management by the franchisee is strongly recommended. Franchisee is solely responsible for hiring, managing, and firing employees. |
| Required Suppliers | CCC Information Services (CCCOne Innovate Management System and CCC Update Plus Service, Calendar, Engage, Repair Methods, and Photo Estimating), Verifacts Automotive. Franchisees must also maintain I-CAR Gold Class certification. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisee must use designated suppliers or approved suppliers of equal quality. Franchisor may designate single or multiple suppliers and concentrate purchases. Franchisor may change/revoke approval of items/suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $3,411,120 from Preferred/Approved Suppliers (1-16% of purchases) and $612,841 from sale of other goods/services in fiscal year 2021. |
FUSA Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$2.3M
Median Revenue
$1.9M
Revenue Range
$128K – $7.6M
Sample Size
150 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
FUSA Litigation & Risk Flags
1 Pending Action ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
FUSA System Growth
Total Units
181
Franchised
181
Company-Owned
0
FUSA currently operates 181 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 28 | 19 | 155 |
| 2020 | 21 | 5 | 171 |
| 2021 | 22 | 12 | 181 |
Transfers: 3 | Closures: 12
State Registrations
Registered in 2 states: IL, MI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$208.8M
Net Income
$132.9M
Total Assets
$530.9M
Audited by Grant Thornton LLP for year ending December 25, 2021.
FUSA Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a FUSA franchise ranges from $54,500 to $3,069,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $10,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
FUSA charges a royalty fee of 3% of Monthly Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a 0.75% of Gross Sales (Maximum $950 per month) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the FUSA 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 FUSA to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, FUSA franchise owners report average revenue of $2.3M and median revenue of $1.9M. This is based on a sample of 150 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
FUSA has been franchising since 1998. The FDD shows an investment range of $54,500-$3,069,000, a 3% of Monthly Gross Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 1 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $10,000 and the total investment ranges from $54,500 to $3,069,000 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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