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1-800-RADIATOR vs Christian Brothers Automotive — which franchise is the better buy?

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	1-800-RADIATOR	Christian Brothers Automotive
Disclosure honesty	B	B
Investment from	$463,500	$515,250
Total fees	10%	53%
Outlets	194	326
Lawsuits	6	2

1-800-RADIATOR: what their numbers say

KPI analysis of 189 warehouses (2024): Metro sales $1,311 per customer avg; inventory availability 7-12% out-of-stock; sales visit frequency 2.6-5.2 times/year. EBITDA survey of 112 warehouses: avg $167,319 (8% EBITDA margin); median $110,239.

Christian Brothers Automotive: what their numbers say

Provides net sales by ranges and total owner benefit data for 280-302 stores operating full years 2024-2025. Adjusted historical data to current 50% royalty and $60k salary terms. Notes significant variation exists.

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