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LAST UPDATED: 2/2024FRANCHISE WEBSITE:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tuffy.com/franchising/intro?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-tuffy-tire-auto-service-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721776" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.tuffy.com/franchising/intro</a>NUMBER OF LOCATIONS: 160+REPORTED COST TO GET IN: $71,000 to $423,500REPORTED ROI (Item 19):&nbsp;$1,439,610The first Tuffy Muffler shop opened in 1970 in Detroit, Michigan. Over time, the brand has evolved from just a muffler shop to an auto service center. Today, Tuffy is one of the largest full-service automotive repair franchises in the country.&nbsp;The service lineup currently includes brakes, shocks, struts, springs, alignment, front-end, oil change, mufflers, tires, air conditioning, batteries, starting and charging, flush and fill, and C.V. joints.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In 2021, the brand&nbsp;<a href="https://www.moderntiredealer.com/retail/article/11466773/mavis-to-acquire-tuffy-tire-auto-service?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-tuffy-tire-auto-service-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721776" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was acquired</a> by Mavis Tire Express Services Corp.&nbsp;<h3>How Many Locations Are There?</h3>Headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Tuffy operates and franchises over 160 Tuffy Tire &amp; Auto Service Centers in Alabama, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia and Wisconsin.<h3>What Is the Business Model?</h3>Tire &amp; Auto Service Centers are designed to deliver quality products at a price consumers can afford. Existing relationships with key suppliers allows franchisees to get quality parts at a more affordable price. This buying power allows franchisees to pass on competitive prices to their consumers.&nbsp;Typical Deal Structure<ul><li>Lease or purchase of vacant auto repair center</li><li>Lease or purchase of existing building convertible to five to eight Bay auto repair center</li><li>Acquisition/purchase of open, existing auto repair business with real estate lease or purchase</li></ul>Demographic Guidelines<ul><li>Traffic counts—Minimum 20,000 VPD past site / 40,000 within 3-mile radius</li><li>Population—Minimum of 20,000 within 3-mile radius of site</li><li>Annual population growth rate—Minimum 1.5%</li><li>Median household income—Minimum $60K within three-mile radius</li><li>Automotive aftermarket Index 100+</li></ul>Standard Building/Site Criteria<ul><li>3,500–6,000 sq. ft. building</li><li>Minimum 25 parking spaces</li><li>Interior ceiling height minimum 14 feet clear</li><li>No automotive use restrictions</li><li>Close proximity to major grocer or big box store</li><li>Electric–400 amp</li></ul><h3>How Much Can Tuffy Owners Make?</h3>Below are the gross sales representations based on 66-franchised stores that had been in operation for at least 2 years and had at least 6 bays in 2022.&nbsp;<ul><li>High - $4,316,906</li><li>Average - $1,439,610</li><li>Median - $1,343,775</li></ul><h3>How Much Does It Cost to Open a Tuffy Franchise?</h3>The estimated investment for a Tuffy franchise varies between $71,000 to $423,500. This includes:&nbsp;<ul><li>Initial Franchise Fee: $30,000</li><li>Initial Advertising: $10,000 to $20,000</li><li>Lease Deposit &amp; First Month's Rent: $7,000 to $35,000</li><li>Miscellaneous Pre-opening Expenses: $13,000 to $35,000</li><li>Travel &amp; Living Expenses While Training: $1,000 to $3,500</li><li>Additional Funds: $10,000 to $50,000</li></ul>Items normally financed:<ul><li>Equipment &amp; Furniture: $145,000 to $200,000</li><li>Signage: $10,000 to $45,000</li><li>Initial Inventory: $3,000 to $10,000</li></ul>Franchises also need a total estimated liquid capital of $71,000 to $173,500.&nbsp;<h3>What Is the Franchise Fee for Tuffy?</h3>The franchise fee for Tuffy is $30,000.&nbsp;<h3>Who Are the Leaders of Tuffy?</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrel-neilson-07947875/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-tuffy-tire-auto-service-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721776" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Darrel Neilson, President and CEO</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-f-schmitt-846ab86/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-tuffy-tire-auto-service-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721776" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Eric F. Schmitt, Director of Franchise Development</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-unrast-94976a8/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-tuffy-tire-auto-service-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721776" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Barry Unrast, Director of Marketing&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-bresler-88568711/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-tuffy-tire-auto-service-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721776" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Bob Bresler, Vice President&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-mars-136929b4/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-tuffy-tire-auto-service-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721776" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Stephen Mars, Director of Operations</a></li></ul><h3>What Helpful Articles Can I Read to Learn More?</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/directory/tuffy-tire-and-auto-service/282894?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-tuffy-tire-auto-service-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721776" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Start a Tuffy Tire and Auto Service in 2024</a></li><li><a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/directory/tuffy-tire-and-auto-service/282894?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-tuffy-tire-auto-service-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721776" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Mavis to Acquire Tuffy Tire &amp; Auto Service</a></li><li><a href="https://tuffyfranchising.com/auto-repair-business-requirements/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-tuffy-tire-auto-service-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721776" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Business Plan &amp; Requirements</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/top-five-automotive-service-franchise-opportunities-in-2022-2719559">Top Five Automotive Service Franchise Opportunities in 2022</a></li></ul>Want to learn more about franchise opportunities on 1851 Franchise? 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