SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service
Health Score
60 Our derived Health Score (1–100) = growth (30%) + fees (20%) + scale (20%) + transparency (15%) + data quality (15%) small_systemhigh_required_marketing_spendsmall_item19_sample
Investment Range Total estimated initial investment from the FDD, including franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and working capital.
$291K–$2.0M
Franchise Fee One-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor for the right to operate under their brand.
$15,000–$39,900
Royalty Ongoing fee paid to the franchisor, typically a percentage of gross revenue, paid weekly or monthly.
6%
Gross Revenues
Total Units Total number of franchised and company-owned locations currently operating.
75
-1.9% growth
Financial Performance (Item 19)
Avg Revenue Average gross revenue reported by franchisees in the FDD's Item 19 financial performance representation.
$1.4M
Sample Size Number of franchise locations included in the financial performance data. Larger samples are more reliable.
36
Reporting period: 2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31
Unit Growth
| Year | Total Units | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 78 | — | — |
| 2023 | 68 | — | — |
| 2024 | 75 | — | — |
Other Ongoing Fees
| Fee | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Local Advertising Commitment | $4.0% of Gross Revenues | monthly |
| POS Maintenance Fee | $$193–$346/month | monthly |
| Transferee Training Fee | $$2,500 (paid in addition to $5,000 Transfer Fee) | upon transfer |
| Renewal Fee | $$0–$5,000 | upon renewal |
| Convention / Meeting Fee | $$1,200 per person (biennial event) | every 2 years |
Quick Facts
Fee Burden Combined percentage of gross revenue paid in ongoing fees (royalty + advertising/marketing fund).
10.5%
royalty + ad fund
Franchised Number of locations owned by independent franchisees, not the franchisor.
66
Company-Owned Locations owned directly by the franchisor. High ratios can signal corporate confidence — or difficulty selling franchises.
9
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Source: FDD filed in MN, 2025. Extracted 2026-04-05.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service a franchise?
- Yes, SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service is a franchise with 75 locations. Prospective owners purchase the right to operate under the SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service 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 SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service franchise?
- The total initial investment for a SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service franchise ranges from $291K to $2.0M, according to the 2025 FDD. This includes the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and initial working capital.
- How much do SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service franchise owners make?
- According to the 2025 FDD Item 19, the average annual gross revenue for a SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service franchise is $1.4M (based on 36 units). Note that gross revenue is not profit — operating costs, royalties, rent, and labor must be subtracted.
- How many SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service franchise locations are there?
- As of the 2025 FDD, SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service has 75 total units (-1.9% growth rate).