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Dear Prospective Franchisee: Thank you for your interest in an AAMCO franchise. AAMCO has been one of America’s leading automotive repair brands for over 50 years, and has over 90% brand awareness among transmission customers. Becoming part of the AAMCO family is your opportunity to have your own business and franchise with a company recognized for superior service and products at almost 900 centers across North America. What separates AAMCO from other franchise opportunities? Our commitment to helping you sustain and grow your franchise. A proven business system known for stability. Our focus on improving the enterprise value of each franchise location. And extensive, ongoing home office and field support. As an AAMCO franchisee you’ll be part of the expanding automotive aftermarket, which represents more than $200 billion in annual revenue. Automotive transportation is a necessity in life, and today more cars than ever are on the road and out of warranty. Reliable automotive services are increasingly in demand; to that end, AAMCO has capitalized on its reputation for excellent transmission service and expanded into total car care. Join us and you’ll be part of a company with decades of experience in helping people grow their business, backed up by one of the most recognized names in the automotive aftermarket industry. We invite you to visit the AAMCO home office for an AAMCO Discovery Day to find out more about our franchise opportunities. For more information, to schedule a visit, or to speak with a Franchise Sales Support Executive, please call 800.523.0402. Regards,
Eric Meyer Vice President of Franchise Development
AAMCO Transmissions, Inc. • 201 Gibraltar Road, Horsham, PA 19044 • T 800.523.0402 • F 215.956.0340 • aamcofranchise.com
OWN YOUR BUSINESS.DRIVE YOUR FUTURE.
FRANCHISE WITH AAMCO.
AAMCO is one of the leading companies
in the automotive aftermarket industry and the only
National Transmission Service provider in the country. What began as
a company specializing in transmissions has grown into a nationwide enterprise with
nearly 900 locations offering total car care and one-stop service for consumers.
With almost 50 years of business and franchise experience, AAMCO has over 90%
brand awareness among transmission customers in the market. We offer franchisees
an exceptional opportunity to own their own business and capitalize on the reputation
that has made AAMCO a trusted name for almost half a century.
As a franchisee you can:
• Operate a business that offers a proven concept,
established name, and recognized product
• Count on AAMCO to help you sustain and
grow your business
• Rely on established business systems to support
your franchise
• Benefit from an infrastructure that provides ongoing
company support and expertise
FRANCHISING WITH AAMCO:IT’S THE TOTAL PACKAGE
For more information about owning your own AAMCO franchise or to schedule a meeting with a Franchise Development Regional Manager please call 800.523.0402.
THE RIGHT MIX OF BRAND EQUITY AND OPPORTUNITY
AAMCO franchisees are
part of a nationwide
franchise system that
offers exceptional products
and services in one of the
strongest consumer
markets. Because automotive transportation is a necessity, the
aftermarket industry is generally recession resistant and is projected
to continue growing. Today, a record number of out-of-warranty
vehicles are on the road, increasing consumer demand for repair
specialists. As an AAMCO franchisee you’ll have the opportunity
to capitalize on this demand while enjoying the independence
and flexibility of your own business.
• No mechanical or technical experience required
• Growing consumer demand
• More services and revenue
opportunities than ever
• Convenient hours
• Few employees to supervise
• Low inventory levels
• Excellent training
Setting A greAt OppOrtunityin MOtiOn
AAMCO offers franchisees everything they need to open and grow their business.
Decades of experience. System support. Independence. Flexibility.
And a foundation of customer commitment based on providing only the highest quality service
and treating every customer with fairness, honesty, and integrity.
AAMCO BY THE NUMBERS
• Almost 50 years of industry leadership
• Over 90% brand awareness among transmission customers
• Ranked #1 in its category by Entrepreneur magazine’s
annual Franchise 500® for 28 of the last 30 years
• Nearly 900 locations
• Convenient franchise hours: no nights, limited weekends
• Total franchise investment of approximately
$225,000 - $299,000; $65K minimum in available cash
• Minimum $250K net worth
AAMCO Transmissions, Inc.201 Gibraltar Road, Horsham, PA 19044 • t 800.523.0402 • F 215.956.0340 • aamcofranchise.com
Automotive AftermArket industry trends:
more opportunity At every turnThe automotive aftermarket is one of the strongest, most stable industries for franchise development.
Because transportation is a necessity – and always will be – the aftermarket industry
is highly reliable, recession resistant, and growing. All of which adds up to a franchise
that can put you on the road to opportunity and independence.
• Growing base of vehicles (256.4 million in 2010) and
record number of out-of-warranty vehicles
• Continued significant rise in average car age from
8.7 years (1999) to 10.4 in 2012
• 50,000 fewer service bays in operation in 2009 as
compared to 1999
• Declining number of like competitors
• Increasing consumer demand for repair specialists
AAMCO Transmissions, Inc.201 Gibraltar Road, Horsham, PA 19044 • t 800.523.0402 • f 215.956.0340 • aamcofranchise.com
All statistics from Lang Aftermarket Report 2010
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“This is a business with staying power and that’s continuing to grow. Before joining AAMCO, I was a service writer for a car dealership; I saw how
much business was out there. I wanted to stop making money for someone
else and start making money for myself. AAMCO gave me that opportunity.”Wayne Martella, Multi-Unit Owner
AAMCO Centers | Arizona
“When I looked at different franchises, I realized that AAMCO offered the best return, the most company support, and a viable future. The operations
team is very hands-on. If I call my Regional Operations Manager, he gets back
to me immediately, comes to my center, and offers suggestions or provides
answers that can help my business grow.”Tony Sollitto, Owner
2 AAMCO Centers | Staten Island and Brooklyn, NY
“As franchise owners, we feel that AAMCO has provided a good living for us and our families. As a veteran, I learned discipline and leadership that
inspired me to think about starting my own business. AAMCO afforded me the
opportunity to use my skills. I wanted to work with a company that’s friendly to
veterans – I found that with AAMCO.”Gene Waszkiewicz, Owner
AAMCO Center | Washington, PA
“With AAMCO you’re an independent business person but you also have the support of a team of professionals. I’ve held several different jobs, from
helicopter pilot to insurance industry employee. I decided that I wanted to
control my own work destiny. I chose AAMCO because it offered the highest
dollar volume and return on investment.”Kip Hamblet, Owner
2 AAMCO Centers | Central Florida
AAMCO Transmissions, Inc.201 Gibraltar Road, Horsham, PA 19044 • T 800.523.0402 • F 215.956.0340 • aamcofranchise.com
“There’s great opportunity here. AAMCO was a great fit in terms of what I was looking for:
opportunity, brand equity, and work that fit my lifestyle. As an AAMCO dealer, I have time to spend
with my family and to be involved in the community. And my business has grown tremendously.”
Wayne Miller, Owner
5 AAMCO Centers | Virginia
“This is a business I knew I could do well in, even without an automotive background. One of
the great things about having an AAMCO franchise is that the demand for automotive service is always
present. I’ve been able to expand my business over the years.”Jeff Braman, Owner
2 AAMCO Centers | Anaheim and Orange, CA
“I was the CFO of a Fortune 100 company, and about as far from being a mechanic as you can get. With AAMCO, I was able to make the most of my business expertise. I wanted a franchise that
would be a great match for my business background while also offering the flexibility of spending time
with my family.”Charles Riley, Owner
2 AAMCO Centers | Central Florida
“When people ask if I’m happy with the profit I’ve made from this business, I tell them I don’t have a single regret. I worked for years in corporate finance but I wanted to benefit entirely – not just
partially – from my work. I looked into several franchises and AAMCO clearly topped the list.
I enjoy the freedom I have as an AAMCO dealer.”Paul Comino, Owner
2 AAMCO Centers | San Bernardino and Hemet, CA
AAMCO Transmissions, Inc.201 Gibraltar Road, Horsham, PA 19044 • T 800.523.0402 • F 215.956.0340 • aamcofranchise.com