About Mr. Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care Franchise
Mr.
Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care is a dual brand automotive service franchise that has been in the franchising business since 1970.
The concept combines transmission repair expertise with full service auto care under one roof, offering customers a convenient single stop for everything from transmission rebuilds and brake work to oil changes, tune ups, and engine diagnostics.
Mr. Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$207K
Average Investment
$254K
Maximum Investment
$301K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 - $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of Weekly Gross Sales, or a minimum of $250 (whichever is greater) of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Creative Fund Contribution: Currently 1% of Gross Sales or a minimum of $200 per month for Centers, or $250 per month for Co-Branded Centers (may increase up to 3% of Gross Sales). Local Advertising: For new locations, $5,000 per month for the first 6 months. Thereafter, 7% of Gross Sales or a minimum of $2,100 per month for the first 3 years, then 3.5% of Gross Sales or a minimum of $1,500 per month for mature locations. | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $207,425 – $300,579 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $207K–$301K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of Weekly Gross Sales, or a minimum of $250 (whichever is greater)) and marketing fee (Creative Fund Contribution: Currently 1% of Gross Sales or a minimum of $200 per month for Centers, or $250 per month for Co-Branded Centers (may increase up to 3% of Gross Sales). Local Advertising: For new locations, $5,000 per month for the first 6 months. Thereafter, 7% of Gross Sales or a minimum of $2,100 per month for the first 3 years, then 3.5% of Gross Sales or a minimum of $1,500 per month for mature locations.) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | $40,000 | $50,000 |
| Computer Software and Hardware System(s) | $3,059 | $5,159 |
| VOIP Telephone Equipment Package | $510 | $900 |
| Initial Parts, Inventory, Office Supplies, Shop Supplies, Tools and Promotional Items | $8,688 | $10,795 |
| Equipment, Furniture and Fixtures | $52,168 | $79,725 |
| Signs | $8,000 | $16,000 |
| Initial Marketing Campaigns (First 6 months) | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Warranty Fund Security Deposit | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements/Miscellaneous | $5,000 | $20,000 |
| Rental/Utility Deposits | $12,000 | $18,000 |
| Training Fee | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Training Expenses | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Additional Funds (6 months) | $36,500 | $57,500 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | Currently $7,500 (for Center Franchise); 10% of then-current area developer fee (for Area Developer Franchise) |
| Renewal Fee | Currently $2,500 |
| Technology Fee | Currently $350 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit plus interest on amounts at the default rate |
| Late Royalty Fee | 1% to 3% of weekly Gross Sales |
| Fleet Services – Processing Fee | 5% of amount payable to you |
| Costs of Enforcement and Investigation | Varies |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 4 weeks (2 weeks online pre-training, 1 week classroom, 1 week in-center field training) |
| Classroom Training | 40 |
| On-the-Job Training | 37 |
| Training Location | Online pre-training at franchisee's chosen location; classroom training at franchisor's support center in Orland Park, Illinois or designated location; in-center field training at a currently operating Center. |
| Additional Training | Franchisor may require additional 'field' training up to 3 weeks based on test scores and evaluation, and may require attendance at additional training programs during the term of the Franchise Agreement. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive for single unit franchisees; Exclusive for Area Developers. |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | For single unit franchisees, a 3-mile radius protection from other Mr. Transmission, Milex, or Co-Branded Centers. For Area Developers, territory size is based on market penetration and demographic analysis. |
| Description | For single unit franchisees, a 3-mile radius around the Center is protected from other franchised or company-owned Centers. However, the franchisor reserves the right to convert existing automotive repair facilities to Centers within the same city. Franchisees do not receive an exclusive territory and may face competition from other franchisees, company-owned outlets, or other distribution channels. For Area Developers, exclusive rights are granted within a designated development territory, contingent on adhering to a mandatory development schedule. Failure to meet this schedule may result in loss of exclusivity or termination of the agreement. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 15 years |
| Renewal Term | An additional 15-year term |
| Renewal Fee | Currently $2,500 |
| Renewal Conditions | Compliance with Franchise Agreement, signing the then-current form of the Franchise Agreement (which may include materially different terms), paying the current renewal fee, remaining in compliance, and retraining at franchisor's option. |
| Transfer Fee | Currently $7,500 |
| Transfer Conditions | New franchisee must be approved by franchisor, selling franchisee must be current on all monies owed, transfer fee paid, purchase agreement approved, training arranged, release signed by selling franchisee, and purchaser signs the then-current Franchise Agreement. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate for failure to cure defaults (10 days for non-payment, 30 days for non-submission of reports and other non-monetary defaults). Non-curable defaults include repeated defaults, abandonment, trademark misuse, and unapproved transfers. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the franchise, no competing business. After termination/expiration/transfer, no competing business for 2 years within 25 miles of the former Center. Conversion franchisees are exempt from post-termination non-compete regarding products/services offered prior to conversion. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee must operate, supervise, and manage the day-to-day operations of the Center on a full-time basis. If co-owned, one owner with at least 1/3 share must be designated as primarily responsible for full-time supervision and management. Appointed managers must attend the center management training, but this does not satisfy the personal on-site supervision requirement for the designated owner. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase or lease equipment, signs, furniture, fixtures, supplies, computer software and hardware, tools, internet marketing and advertising services, and items displaying Proprietary Marks according to franchisor specifications. This includes approved sales management software, QuickBooks, approved marketing vendors for the first year, and a VOIP telephone system from the approved supplier. Additionally, approved suppliers are required for categories such as lifts, battery chargers, air compressors, welding equipment, cleaning/special machine/shop equipment, internet marketing and advertising services and materials, and business website development services. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees may be required to buy or lease items from the franchisor or a limited group of designated suppliers, which may be more expensive than similar items from other sources. If a franchisee wishes to purchase products or services from other suppliers, they must submit a written proposal for approval, demonstrating the supplier meets franchisor standards for quality, reputation, and performance. The franchisor will review proposals within 30 days. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In 2022, revenue from TPM PRO® software licenses and installation was $7,875.00, less than 1% of total revenue. An approved automotive parts supplier pays the franchisor a 1% rebate on qualified franchisee purchases, and the franchisee receives a 2% direct rebate. The franchisor reserves the right to derive future revenue from other approved suppliers. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing, nor does it guarantee notes, leases, or other obligations. It does not warrant or guarantee success in obtaining financing or predict financing terms. Upon request, the franchisor may provide a list of third-party lending organizations. Franchisees are solely responsible for obtaining necessary financing, and their ability to do so depends on their creditworthiness. |
Mr. Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$855K
Median Revenue
$812K
Revenue Range
$576K – $1.3M
Sample Size
76 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Mr. Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordMr. Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care 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.
Mr. Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care System Growth
Total Units
113
Franchised
111
Company-Owned
2
Mr. Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care currently operates 111 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 3 | 7 | 123 |
| 2021 | 8 | 11 | 120 |
| 2022 | 2 | 7 | 115 |
Transfers: 3 | Closures: 7
State Registrations
Registered in 9 states: Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$4.9M
Net Income
$1.0M
Total Assets
$5.2M
Audited by FGMK, LLC for year ending December 31.
Mr. Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Mr. Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care franchise ranges from $207,425 to $300,579, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000 - $50,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Mr. Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care charges a royalty fee of 7% of Weekly Gross Sales, or a minimum of $250 (whichever is greater) of gross sales, plus a Creative Fund Contribution: Currently 1% of Gross Sales or a minimum of $200 per month for Centers, or $250 per month for Co-Branded Centers (may increase up to 3% of Gross Sales). Local Advertising: For new locations, $5,000 per month for the first 6 months. Thereafter, 7% of Gross Sales or a minimum of $2,100 per month for the first 3 years, then 3.5% of Gross Sales or a minimum of $1,500 per month for mature locations. contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Mr. Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care 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 Mr. Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Mr. Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care franchise owners report average revenue of $855K and median revenue of $812K. This is based on a sample of 76 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Mr. Transmission Milex Complete Auto Care has been franchising since 1970. The FDD shows an investment range of $207,425-$300,579, a 7% of Weekly Gross Sales, or a minimum of $250 (whichever is greater) 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 $40,000 - $50,000 and the total investment ranges from $207,425 to $300,579 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $36,500 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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