JIFFY LUBE
Jiffy Lube franchises enable operators to run convenient quick-lube service centers offering oil changes, lubrication, preventive fluid maintenance, and light repair services for cars and light trucks under the Jiffy Lube brand. The business model focuses on standardized services like the Jiffy Lube Signature Service, including chassis lubrication, filter changes, fluid refills, tire inflation, and interior vacuuming, with optional multicare services. Target markets include individual car and light truck owners, as well as local fleet customers seeking fast, reliable automotive maintenance.
Franchise Costs
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 2,003 franchised service centers open for 12 full months in 2024, as presented in the 'COMPARATIVE ANNUAL SALES' table.
* Extracted average and median 'Net Adjusted Sales' for 2024 directly from the 'System' row of the 'COMPARATIVE ANNUAL SALES' table. Extracted 'Avg' for the First Quartile (bottom) and Fourth Quartile (top) for 2024 from the same table. 'Net Adjusted Sales' is defined as Gross Sales minus promotions, warranty, non-royalty income, and national billed fleet discounts, representing a form of revenue. No information on gross profit, net income, net profit, or EBITDA was provided.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How JIFFY LUBE Compares
Key Insights
- #1 largest franchise system in Automotive Repair & Maintenance
- One of the lowest SBA loan default rates in Automotive Repair & Maintenance
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
JIFFY LUBE Current | $232K – $520K | $35K | N/A | 1,721 |
| Tire Pros | $111K – $266K | $7K | N/A | 605 |
| BIG O TIRES (BUSINESS FORMAT FRANCHISE) | $326K – $1.3M | $18K | 5.0% | 461 |
| Fix Auto | $55K – $850K | $10K | 3.0% | 212 |
| GREASE MONKEY | $291K – $917K | $40K | 6.0% | 209 |
| PRECISION TUNE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT | $182K – $478K | $25K | N/A | 209 |
Automotive Repair & Maintenance Average 14 franchises | $167K – $747K | $33K | 7.4% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 14 Automotive Repair & Maintenance 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
+36 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for JIFFY LUBE franchisees (2010 – 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
2,087 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)
Primarily franchise agreement renewal disputes requiring execution of new standard Pacesetter Franchise Agreement (Najjar, DMS, Enitor), performance disputes including rebates, store closures, and metrics with large franchisee Team Car Care (arbitration and related court confirmation), termination disputes (Stevens), and unauthorized transfer/operations (Sebring).
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 JIFFY LUBE franchise ranges from $232,000 to $520,000. This includes a franchise fee of $35,000.
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