Merlin 200000 Mile Shops Franchise

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.

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Start-up Costs & Franchise Fees

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

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

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Merlin 200000 Mile Shops News

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

Illinois Residents Asked To Respond To Critical Shortage Of Children’s Winter Clothing
Merlin Muffler & Brake shops in Illinois will kick off their fourteenth annual Snug Hugs for Kids™ winter clothing drive on November 1st. With scores of young people in need of warm clothing for the coldest months of the year right here in Illinois, Merlin is asking residents to assist them in ... more

Crocheters & Knitters Wanted To Assist With Snug Hugs For Kids Clothing Drive
Merlin Muffler & Brake is seeking volunteers who knit or crochet to participate in the ninth annual Crochet & Knit-A-Thon™ (CKAT) to benefit the fourteenth annual Snug Hugs for Kids™ winter clothing drive. Hand-made items will be donated to young people, aged newborn to eighteen, who are served b... 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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