Black Optix Tint
Black Optix Tint franchises offer tint and automotive restyling, residential and commercial window film installation, marine tinting, audio upgrades, and detailing services under the Black Optix Tint brand. Franchisees operate centers in the window tinting and automotive enhancement market, competing with independents, chains, and other providers. The business targets vehicle owners, homeowners, commercial property owners, and marine enthusiasts seeking protective and aesthetic services year-round.
Franchise Costs
6% royalty + 2% marketing fund + $1,500/mo local marketing + $300/mo technology + $675-$850/mo bookkeeping + $299-$350/mo software
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 7 Centers (1 affiliate, 6 franchised) open in 2024 for at least 11 full months, included in Gross Sales & Cost of Goods Sold Study.
* Calculated average_gross_revenue for franchise units: Sum of Total Gross Sales for franchise entries: $2,688,840.00 Sum of Centers for franchise entries: 6 Average Gross Revenue = $2,688,840.00 / 6 = $448,140.00 Calculated median_gross_revenue for franchise units: Individual franchise center revenues (sorted): [286953.0, 286953.0, 324000.0, 365205.0, 703182.0, 722547.0] Median Gross Revenue = 344,602.50 Calculated average_gross_profit for franchise units: For each franchise entry: Gross Profit = Total Gross Sales - (Total Gross Sales * COGS %) Total Gross Profit for all 6 franchise centers: $2,215,818.96 Average Gross Profit = $2,215,818.96 / 6 = $369,303.16
Extracted Item 19 Section
How Black Optix Tint Compares
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black Optix Tint Current | $246K – $348K | $50K | 6.0% | 24 |
| Tire Pros | $12K – $137K | $7K | N/A | 644 |
| MICHELIN RETREAD TECHNOLOGIES (MICHELIN COMMERCIAL SERVICE NETWORK) | $189K – $4.3M | $3K | N/A | 340 |
| CHRISTIAN BROTHERS AUTOMOTIVE | $550K – $680K | $135K | 50.0% | 302 |
| CHRISTIAN BROTHERS AUTOMOTIVE | $530K – $645K | $135K | 50.0% | 265 |
| TOMMY'S EXPRESS | $5.0M – $8.5M | $50K | 4.0% | 206 |
Automotive Services Average 24 franchises | $442K – $985K | $47K | 12.8% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 24 Automotive Services franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for Black Optix Tint franchisees (2024 – 2025)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
51 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a Black Optix Tint franchise ranges from $245,982 to $347,574. This includes a franchise fee of $49,500. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
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