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AAMCO Transmissions Franchise

Transmission service center

Robert Morgan opened the first AAMCO in Philadelphia in 1963 and quickly expanded into franchising in November of that year. There are now 700 AAMCO centers in the United States and Canada.

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Start-up Costs & Franchise Fees

How much does it cost to open a AAMCO Transmissions franchise?

Total Investment: $197,700-$222,400
Initial Franchise Fee: $30,000
Royalty Fee: 7%
Advertising Fee:
Term of Agreement: 15 years

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AAMCO Transmissions News

'Big Daddy' Inks Aamco Franchise Deal
Former Cincinnati Bengals tackle Dan "Big Daddy" Wilkinson has signed a franchise deal to develop AAMCO Transmission centers throughout Ohio. Wilkinson will open a minimum of seven centers, with Cincinnati, Dayton and Columbus as the areas being considered, according to a news release fr... more

Cottman Transmission And Aamco Transmissions Franchise Combine To Create One Of The Country's Largest Automotive Transmission Franchises
Cottman Transmission today announced its combination with AAMCO Transmissions, forming one of the country's largest complete car care companies, with more than 1,100 locations throughout the United States. The combined company will eventually operate as AAMCO Transmissions with continued emphasi... more

Robert Morgan 1917- 2005
Robert Morgan, 87, chairman and founder of AAMCO Transmissions Inc., passed away February 11, 2005 at his home in Gladwyne, PA. Morgan permanently redefined the industry of automotive repair in 1963 with the founding of AAMCO, the world’s largest transmission specialist. At that time, franchis... more

Shift Smoothly And Carry A Big Name
AAMCO is the world's largest transmission specialist, with 720 centers in the U.S. and Canada . AAMCO is consistently rated #1 in the category by Entrepreneur Magazine, holding that title again for 2005. Part of the reason for this success and market dominance is familiar signage and effective a... more

AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS, INC. TURNS 40
AAMCO Transmissions, Inc. celebrates the 40th anniversary of its first franchised center during the month of September, 2003. Founded by Robert Morgan in 1963, AAMCO has long been the leader in the field of transmission repair, earning it the title of "world's largest transmission specialist... more

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Franchise History

When did the first AAMCO Transmissions open? 1963
When did AAMCO Transmissions start franchising? 1963

Year	U.S.A.	Canada	International	Corporate
2005	705	23	0	0
2004	697	21	0	0
2003	681	23	0	0
2002	680	24	0	2
2001	689	26	0	2

Expansion Plans

International: Canada,

Financing Options

Expense	In-House	Third Party
Franchise Fee	No	Yes
Startup Costs	No	Yes
Equipment	No	Yes
Inventory	No	Yes
Accounts Receivable	No	No
Payroll	No	No

Third Party Financing Source(s): Temecula Valley Bank, First Union Bank, PMC Capital, The Associates

Training & Support

Training
5 weeks including corporate headquarter training

Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives

Marketing
Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising

Business Operations

25% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5

Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:

General business experience

Marketing skills

• Automotive Oil Change & Transmission Franchise Opportunities
• Franchises $100K to $250K

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