Precision Tune Auto Care
Health Score
65 Our derived Health Score (1–100) = growth (30%) + fees (20%) + scale (20%) + transparency (15%) + data quality (15%) declining_company_owned_unitshigh_required_marketing_spendvariable_royalty_model
Investment Range Total estimated initial investment from the FDD, including franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and working capital.
$182K–$478K
Franchise Fee One-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor for the right to operate under their brand.
$2,000–$25,000
Royalty Ongoing fee paid to the franchisor, typically a percentage of gross revenue, paid weekly or monthly.
7.5%
Gross Sales. Standard rate 7.5%; may reduce to 6.75% if GS exceeds prior year by 110%, 6.5% at 120%, 6.0% at 130% (Partners in Profit incentive). Volume threshold reductions: GSMTS >$1.25M: 50% reduction on excess; GSMTS >$1.55M: 0% on excess. VetFran: 3.75% for first 52 weeks. Minimum $300/week.
Total Units Total number of franchised and company-owned locations currently operating.
229
+0% growth
Initial Investment Breakdown
| Category | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $2,000 | $25,000 |
| Equipment, Fixtures & TSIS | $97,500 | $220,000 |
| Interior & Exterior Signs | $7,000 | $50,000 |
| New Center Marketing | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months working capital) | $30,000 | $50,000 |
| Other Pre-Opening Costs (training, insurance, licenses, etc.) | $42,101 | $130,100 |
| Total | $181,601 | $478,100 |
Financial Performance (Item 19)
Avg Revenue Average gross revenue reported by franchisees in the FDD's Item 19 financial performance representation.
$832K
Median Revenue Middle value of reported revenues — half of units earn more, half earn less. Often more useful than average.
$717K
Sample Size Number of franchise locations included in the financial performance data. Larger samples are more reliable.
198
Above Average Percentage of reporting units that earned above the system average. Below 50% means a few top performers skew the average up.
36.9%
Reporting period: 2024-01-01 to 2024-12-29
Unit Growth
| Year | Total Units | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 234 | — | — |
| 2023 | 229 | — | — |
| 2024 | 229 | — | — |
Other Ongoing Fees
| Fee | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Local / Co-Op Marketing | $Up to 7.5% of Gross Sales | monthly |
| On-Site Training Fee | $$500/day per trainer + travel and lodging | as incurred |
| Transfer Fee (experienced manager/franchisee) | $$2,000 | upon transfer |
Quick Facts
Fee Burden Combined percentage of gross revenue paid in ongoing fees (royalty + advertising/marketing fund).
13%
royalty + ad fund
Franchised Number of locations owned by independent franchisees, not the franchisor.
209
Company-Owned Locations owned directly by the franchisor. High ratios can signal corporate confidence — or difficulty selling franchises.
20
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Source: FDD filed in MN, 2025. Extracted 2026-04-05.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Precision Tune Auto Care a franchise?
- Yes, Precision Tune Auto Care is a franchise with 229 locations. Prospective owners purchase the right to operate under the Precision Tune Auto Care brand and system by signing a franchise agreement and paying a franchise fee. The full terms are disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
- How much does it cost to open a Precision Tune Auto Care franchise?
- The total initial investment for a Precision Tune Auto Care franchise ranges from $182K to $478K, according to the 2025 FDD. This includes the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and initial working capital.
- How much do Precision Tune Auto Care franchise owners make?
- According to the 2025 FDD Item 19, the median annual gross revenue for a Precision Tune Auto Care franchise is $717K (based on 198 units). Note that gross revenue is not profit — operating costs, royalties, rent, and labor must be subtracted.
- How many Precision Tune Auto Care franchise locations are there?
- As of the 2025 FDD, Precision Tune Auto Care has 229 total units (0% growth rate).