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Merlin 200000 Mile Shops

Brakes/exhaust/suspension/oil & lube

Merlin is an upscale "under the car" service opportunity which specializes in exhaust, brakes, ride control, suspension & steering, and oil/lubrication services. As a full service business format franchise, Merlin's provides a 90% turnkey state-of-the-art facility, comprehensive training, aggressive marketing programs, and ongoing support.

Please Note: The operators of Merlin 200000 Mile Shops, may not have verified the accuracy of the Franchise information contained within this website. For accurate up-to-date information, customers are strongly recommended to visit the official Merlin 200000 Mile Shops website.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

How much does it cost to open a Merlin 200000 Mile Shops Franchises?

Total Investment: $183,600-$315,900
Initial Franchise Fee: $26,000-$30,000
Royalty Fee: 4.9-6.9%
Advertising Fee:
Term of Agreement: 20 years

How to contact Merlin 200000 Mile Shops

Merlin 200,000 Mile Shops
1 N. River Ln., #206
Geneva, IL
60134

Phone: (630)208-9907 ext. 122
Toll Free: (800)652-9900
Fax: (630)208-8601

Website: Visit Website

Merlin 200000 Mile Shops News

Auto Repair And Maintenance Shops Launch Annual Snug Hugs For Kids™ Winter Clothing Drive
An estimated 39 percent of children living in the U.S. come from families with incomes below the poverty level, according to the National Center for Children in Poverty. Each year, thousands of these children face blustery, cold winters without coats, boots, or even hats and gloves. But, people can ... more

Merlin 200,000 Mile Shops Announces Newest Franchisee In Loves Park
Merlin 200,000 Mile Shops recently announced that Thomas Corso has purchsed the business assets and franchise rights for the Merlin 200,000 Miles Shop in Loves Park, located at 5590 E. Riverside Boulevard (815-877-5577). "I'm very excited to be a part of the Loves Park community and offe... more

Merlin 200,000 Mile Shop Opens In Fox Lake
On Friday, April 28, 2006, Mr. Don Hankes became Merlin's newest franchisee and opened the Merlin 200,000 Mile Shop franchise located at 1222 South Route 12 in Fox Lake, Illinois (phone no. 847-973-8100). As an industry veteran with more than 12 years of technical and training experience in th... more

Presto! Merlin Muffler & Brake Changes Their Name
Twenty years ago, not even a magician like Merlin could help cars reach the 200,000 mile mark. But modern cars, minivans, SUV's, and light trucks have been built to last longer, and with regular maintenance (and proper driving habits by their owners) these everyday vehicles can reasonably reach ... more

"Kids Helping Kids" Seeks Young Volunteers
Merlin Muffler & Brake shops throughout the state of Illinois are seeking young people to volunteer and assist in the collection of new and like-new winter clothing for the 14th annual Snug Hugs for Kids™ drive. The youth component, called Kids Helping Kids, encourages young people to get involved ... more

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Franchise History

When did the first Merlin 200000 Mile Shops open? 1975
When did Merlin 200000 Mile Shops start Franchising? 1975

Year U.S.A. Canada International Corporate
2005 63 0 0 7
2004 63 0 0 6
2003 66 0 0 4
2002 63 0 0 5
2001 60 0 0 4

Expansion Plans

United States: Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin

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): the SBA, leasing companies

Training & Support

Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising

Business Operations

8% 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:
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
  • Management experience; customer service
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    COMPANY INFORMATION

    Merlin 200,000 Mile Shops
    1 N. River Ln., #206
    Geneva, IL
    60134

    Phone: (630)208-9907 ext. 122
    Toll Free: (800)652-9900
    Fax: (630)208-8601

    Website: Visit Website

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