ZIEBART

Item 7 details the financial entry: $45,000 franchise fee, total initial investment $450,100-$924,000 covering buildout, equipment, and inventory for these specialty auto shops. Ongoing fees hit 8% royalty (5% on select products, minimum $650/week from year 4) plus 2% brand/ad fund. Item 19 shines brightly with average gross revenue of $1,345,813 and median $1,014,711 for 2024, signaling strong top-line potential from rustproofing, tinting, and accessories—outpacing many peers—but that median gap hints half the units fall short of the mean, demanding prime locations and sales hustle to hit upside.

System health shows stability over flash: 85 franchised units plus 11 corporate, up just 2% (85 to 87 locations) from 2023-2024, with 5 projected new units and only 1 transfer. SBA records bolster confidence—23 loans averaging $212,139, default rate 8.7% below industry averages—suggesting franchisees secure financing and mostly repay. For investors eyeing automotive services, Ziebart offers proven revenue muscle if you can navigate the median drag and sluggish growth; it's no hyper-scaler but a steady earner for hands-on operators in vehicle-heavy markets.