About Grease Monkey Franchise
Grease Monkey is a quick lube and automotive maintenance franchise that has been serving vehicle owners since 2006.
The brand is backed by MOP GM Holding, LLC and MidOcean Partners, a leading private investment group.
Each location offers oil changes, fluid services, tire rotations, brake inspections, and other routine automotive maintenance in a fast, convenient format.
Grease Monkey Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$291K
Average Investment
$1.1M
Maximum Investment
$2.0M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $39,900 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 0.5% of Gross Revenues (National Materials Fund/Advertising Contribution, subject to increase to 1%) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $291,320 – $1,972,033 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $291K–$2.0M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (0.5% of Gross Revenues (National Materials Fund/Advertising Contribution, subject to increase to 1%)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $39,900 | $39,900 |
| System Protection Agreement | $0 | $9,900 |
| Real Estate (3 months rent + deposit) | $23,333 | $100,000 |
| Building Work | $26,250 | $1,262,750 |
| General Site Work | $0 | $175,333 |
| Due Diligence, Permits, Design and Plans | $6,737 | $38,000 |
| FF&E Package & Installation | $80,450 | $186,650 |
| Grand Opening Costs | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $25,000 | $35,000 |
| Signs | $20,000 | $40,000 |
| Supplies | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Initial Training - Travel & Lodging | $3,300 | $6,000 |
| Computer Hardware and Software | $14,000 | $20,500 |
| Point of Sale Maintenance Fee (3 months) | $2,070 | $4,000 |
| Prepaid Expenses | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $35,000 | $50,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 ($2,000 per Center for unopened Multi-Unit transfers) |
| Renewal Fee | $0 to $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | $193-$346/month (POS Maintenance Fee) |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit and inspection if understated by 2%+ |
| Local Advertising Commitment | 4% of Gross Revenues (minimum) |
| Local/Regional Advertising Cooperatives | Up to 4% of Gross Revenues (credited to Local Ad Commitment) |
| Convention/Meeting Fee | $1,200/person (biennial convention, mandatory) |
| Transferee Training Fee | $2,500 |
| Additional Training/Assistance | $500/trainer/day |
| Interest | Lesser of 1.5%/month or highest rate allowed by law |
| Late Charges | $25 per late payment |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | Amount equal to fee imposed on franchisor |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately 72 hours (29 classroom + 43 on-the-job) |
| Classroom Training | 29 hours (General Center Operations 10, Vendor Training 1, Sales/Presentation 3, Lubricants/Fluids 2, Certification Programs 1, Fleet Accounts 1, KPIs/Financial 2, Management/Leadership 2, Customer Interactions 5, Marketing 2) |
| On-the-Job Training | 43 hours (Process Training 8, Lubricants/Fluids 1, Certification 1, Fleet Accounts 1, KPIs 1, Management 1, POS 24, Customer Interactions 6) |
| Training Location | Greenwood Village, Colorado (classroom) and Franchised Location (on-the-job) |
| Additional Training | FullSpeed University online training platform with required courses for Certified Pit Crew certification. Additional training: $500/trainer/day. Biennial conventions mandatory ($1,200/person registration fee). Remote Training available online (mandatory, more than once per year). |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive (Designated Area only) |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Designated by city, county, or other physical boundaries - used solely to select proposed location |
| Description | You will not receive an exclusive territory. The Designated Area is solely for selecting a suitable location and does not give you exclusive rights. You may face competition from other Grease Monkey franchisees, company-owned outlets (operated by affiliate GMI under multiple brand names), and competitive brands owned by affiliates including SpeeDee, Kwik Kar, American LubeFast, Economy Oil Change, Herbert Automotive, Minit Man, Super Lube Plus, Texas Express, and Uncle Eds Oil Shoppe. Affiliate SpeeDee and Kwik Kar may operate within your Designated Area. No options, rights of first refusal, or rights to contiguous territories. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 15 years |
| Renewal Term | 15 years (one successor term available) |
| Renewal Fee | $0 to $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Written notice 6-9 months before expiration, sign then-current form of Franchise Agreement (may have materially different terms), comply with all terms throughout initial term, meet all material obligations on time, satisfy all monetary obligations, sign general release, refurbish/remodel Center to current standards, sign Renewal Addendum |
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 ($2,000 per Center for unopened Multi-Unit Agreement transfers) |
| Transfer Conditions | Notice to franchisor, transferee qualifies, all amounts paid in full, transferee completes training ($2,500 training fee), transfer fee paid, assignment agreement or then-current franchise agreement signed, general release signed, covenant not to compete signed, Center upgraded/remodeled if required. Franchisor has right of first refusal to match any offer. |
| Termination for Cause | Curable: 30 days notice for breach of Franchise Agreement, 10 days for monetary defaults and misuse of Marks, 7 days for filing legal action in violation of dispute resolution terms. Non-curable (automatic): abandonment, conviction of a crime, unauthorized transfers, insolvency/bankruptcy, appointment of receiver, assignment for benefit of creditors, unsatisfied judgments, levy/foreclosure, unauthorized disclosure, repeated violations, breach of any other agreement including Multi-Unit Agreement. |
| Non-Compete Period | 3 years |
| Non-Compete Details | 3 years post-termination/expiration. No competing business within 25 miles of your former Center or within 5 miles of any other Grease Monkey Center. Owners may not solicit any customer, employee, or independent contractor of the Franchise or any Grease Monkey Franchise for 3 years. Subject to applicable state law. Colorado law applies. All disputes arbitrated in Denver, Colorado. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | You or your principal owner must personally supervise the operation of the franchised Business. Must devote best efforts to operation. If you appoint a new manager, it is your responsibility to train them. You may elect to have your new manager attend the Initial Training Program at your expense. |
| Required Suppliers | Must purchase all products, equipment, supplies, and services from approved sources only. Designated or approved vendors for: premium/promotional merchandise, dispensing equipment, storage tanks, hand tools, printed materials, vacuums, advertising materials, uniforms, auto parts, insurance, employment services, lenders, lubricants, and filters. Must use approved architects. Must use Sage Microsystems or Integrated Services POS systems. |
| Supply Restrictions | 60-80% of total cost to establish and 20-30% to operate must be from designated or approved sources |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In fiscal year ending December 31, 2024: franchisor had no revenues from franchisee purchases or leases. Affiliate GMI had revenues from items sold to franchisees and real estate leases of $1,083,042. GMI received supplier payments/rebates of 1-18.4% of the cost of items from franchisee purchases. |
Grease Monkey Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$974K
Revenue Range
$272K – $3.2M
Sample Size
149 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Grease Monkey 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.
Grease Monkey System Growth
Total Units
371
Franchised
209
Company-Owned
162
Grease Monkey currently operates 209 franchised locations and 162 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 12 | 0 | 301 |
| 2023 | 17 | 3 | 351 |
| 2024 | 13 | 5 | 371 |
Transfers: 17 | Closures: 5
State Registrations
Registered in 16 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Grease Monkey Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Grease Monkey franchise ranges from $291,320 to $1,972,033, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $39,900. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Grease Monkey charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a 0.5% of Gross Revenues (National Materials Fund/Advertising Contribution, subject to increase to 1%) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Grease Monkey 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 Grease Monkey to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Grease Monkey franchise owners report average revenue of $974K. This is based on a sample of 149 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Grease Monkey has been franchising since 2006. The FDD shows an investment range of $291,320-$1,972,033, a 6% of Gross Revenues 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 $39,900 and the total investment ranges from $291,320 to $1,972,033 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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