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TINT WORLD
Tint World franchises Automotive Styling Centers that specialize in the retail sale and installation of automotive window tinting, protective films, vehicle wraps, audio and electronics, security systems, accessories, wheels and tires, ceramic coatings, detailing services, and other approved products including marine, residential, and commercial window film and surface coatings. The business model licenses the TINT WORLD system, encompassing trademarks, store designs, operating procedures, supplier relationships, and training to franchisees operating fixed-location retail centers with optional mobile services. Target markets include retail consumers, auto dealerships, fleets, insurance companies, government agencies, and commercial customers.
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Franchise Costs
6% royalty + up to 6% ad fund + $1000-$2000/mo technology fee + $249/mo POS software + $299/mo mobile POS software + $400/mo accounting services + $100/mo mystery shopper fee
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 105 franchised centers open for two or more full calendar years as of December 31, 2025.
* All figures extracted primarily from Table No. 1-D, '2025 YEAR-END P&L FOR 105 TINT WORLD® CENTERS REPORTING AVERAGE', which represents the average of 105 centers operating for two or more full calendar years. `average_net_profit` is set to `average_ebitda` as it aligns with the definition of gross profit minus operating expenses (before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization). `best_guess_profit_low` and `best_guess_profit_high` are based on the average EBITDA, as no specific range for net profit/income or expenses beyond those included in EBITDA was provided.
Extracted Item 19 Section
Avg. Revenue: $812,267
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How TINT WORLD Compares
Key Insights
- Top 10 largest franchise system in Automotive Services
- Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Automotive Services
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TINT WORLD Current | $250K – $480K | $50K | 6.0% | 142 |
| 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 | $515K – $650K | $85K | 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 | $456K – $1.0M | $45K | 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 (2025)
Outlets by state across the United States
+21 more states
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SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for TINT WORLD franchisees (2012 – 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.
88 SBA loans on record
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Franchisee Contacts
181 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
181 Contacts Available
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
One concluded case involving a membership dispute and buyout between the CEO and a former member.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
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Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a TINT WORLD franchise ranges from $249,950 to $479,950. This includes a franchise fee of $49,950. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
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