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The real numbers on owning a Christian Brothers Automotive franchise
Automotive Repair Services - Franchise · FDD 2026 · from public state filings
BDisclosure honesty
This franchisor discloses earnings (Item 19) — but read how.
Investment
$515,250–$650,400
Total fees
53% of sales
Outlets
326
Closure signals
0 ceased, 15 terminated
Lawsuits
2
What their own earnings claim actually says
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.
Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)
15 terminations in 2025; low closure rate but consistent termination activity across system.
Legal history (Item 3)
2 matters disclosed.
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How much does a Christian Brothers Automotive franchise cost?
The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $515,250–$650,400, including a $85,000 initial franchise fee.
How much do Christian Brothers Automotive franchise owners make?
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. We grade this disclosure B for honesty.
What is the Christian Brothers Automotive franchise failure rate?
15 terminations in 2025; low closure rate but consistent termination activity across system.
Is a Christian Brothers Automotive franchise worth it?
It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Christian Brothers Automotive scores B on disclosure honesty, carries about 53% of sales in ongoing fees, and discloses 2 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.
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Source: MN CARDS 36072-202604-09 (Clean FDD 2026). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with Christian Brothers Automotive or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.