LINE-X
LINE-X franchises operate businesses specializing in vehicle upfit services, which include aftermarket accessories, enhancements, and improvements to vehicles, primarily through the sale and application of LINE-X brand spray-on protective coatings for truck bedliners and other uses, as well as the sale and installation of LINE-X branded products and other accessories. The business model is based on a proprietary system featuring training programs, operational standards, confidential manuals, and required purchases of designated equipment and products from approved suppliers, including the franchisor and affiliates. They target the general public and businesses such as owners of utility trucks, emergency vehicles, and light industrial applications seeking durable coatings and vehicle customizations.
Franchise Costs
6% royalty on Bedliner Services + 2% on other Vehicle Upfit Services + 1.5% Marketing Fund
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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How LINE-X Compares
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
LINE-X Current | N/A | $40K | 6.0% | 200 |
| 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
+35 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for LINE-X 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
418 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 franchisee challenges to the enforceability of non-compete provisions and franchisor actions enforcing non-compete covenants, post-termination obligations, trademark infringement, and other breaches of franchise agreements including purchasing and operational compliance.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
As of the 2024 FDD, LINE-X has 200 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1999.
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