Merlin's Franchising
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Merlin's Franchising system.
Merlin's Franchising
1 N. River Ln., # 206
Geneva, IL 60134-2267
800#: (800) 652-9900 + 124
Tel: (630) 208-9900
Fax: (630) 208-8601
E-mail: mhameister@merlins.com
Web Site: www.merlins.com
Contact: Mr. Mark M. Hameister, Director Franchise Development
MERLIN is an upscale automotive service chain with one of the highest average sales per shop statistics in the industry. MERLIN specializes in brakes, exhaust, suspension, oil/lubrication, air conditioning, tires and related services. Marketing is based on long-term employee and customer relationships. Candidates must have significant management and sales/customer service experience. Automotive experience is helpful. Special equity assistance is available to candidates with significant auto experience.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1975
First Franchise: 1975
Franchise Units: 66
Company-Owned Units: 4
Total Units: 70
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 6 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 50 in IL, 7 in TX, 5 in GA
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American: 2
>Hispanic: 2
>Asian-American: 1
>Native American: 0
>Other: 4
Average Number of Employees: 3-4 FT, 1 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 3,850 SF; FS, SC, RM, Other Center
(for abbreviations click here)
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $20-50K
Total Investment: $185-210K
Average Total Investment: $197K
Minimum Net Worth: $75K
Fees
>Franchise: $26-30K
>Average Franchise Fee: $28K
>Royalty: 4.9-6.9%
>Advertising: 5%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 20/20
Passive Ownership: Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements:No
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 20
On-Going Support: B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 6 Weeks Corporate Headquarters; in Shop as Needed.
Specific Minority Program(s) in Place: Although we strongly support the objectives of the NMFI, we do not have any specific programs in place at this time, except for our Two Language Program (TLP). Visit www.merlins.com for details.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: IL, MI, GA, TX, WI, IN
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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