BUMPER MAN

Bumper Man has franchised since 2000, building to 140 franchise locations plus 1 corporate unit, but lacks recent growth metrics or projections in the 2026 FDD, signaling a mature but stagnant system. Item 19 earnings are not disclosed, a major gap forcing reliance on costs alone: initial investment spans $73,025-$114,800 including the $50,000 franchise fee, with ongoing 25% royalties on revenue—no ad fund or fixed fees eases cash flow somewhat. Five system transfers suggest some turnover, potentially indicating resale opportunities but also owner exits; this mobile auto repair setup targets fleets and dealers efficiently, yet the hefty royalty could erode thin margins in a competitive field.

For investors eyeing automotive services, Bumper Man's low startup appeals versus full body shops, but that 25% cut—far above industry norms—flags a risk without validated profits to offset it. Absent Item 19, vetting via FDD Items 19 alternatives like anecdotal fleet contracts is crucial; the territory-based, vehicle-only ops minimize overhead, but scaling with optional techs demands volume. Overall trajectory points to steady micro-niche play, not explosive growth—ideal for hands-on operators comfortable with high franchisor take but wary of disclosure voids.