TOMMY'S EXPRESS

Item 7 in the 2025 FDD pegs total investment at $4,976,759 to $8,522,378 for a single ultra-modern site, covering real estate, equipment like conveyor belts and modular stations, and site work in high-traffic areas. Upfront franchise fee hits $50,000, followed by 4% royalty on gross sales, 1% brand fund, and a $98 monthly tech fee—aligning with category norms for express washes but stacking up amid $1.65 million average gross revenue and $1.57 million median from Item 19 across 206 franchised units (10 corporate). Projected 19 new units signal steady expansion from a 2016 start, with just 2 transfers indicating stable ownership.

SBA records show 26 loans averaging $3.53 million, underscoring the capital intensity—far above typical service franchises but fitting for fixed-site car washes where location drives volume. Gross sales suggest strong top-line potential in a recession-resistant category, potentially yielding healthy EBITDA after fixed costs, though multi-unit developers face scaled risks. For deep-pocketed investors eyeing automotive services, Tommy's metrics point to viability if site selection nails it; weaker performers drag the median below average, demanding sharp due diligence on local competition.