Maaco
Automotive · Auto Repair & Maintenance
- Active units
- 363
- Royalty
- 8.0%
Franchised, year-end 2024
of weekly Net Sales
About Maaco
Maaco is the leading provider of auto paint and collision repair services in America. With over 50 years of industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you rekindle your love for your car. Our expert technicians offer a range of services to turn your car into a masterpiece. Our easy and affordable paint packages are designed to get your car looking brand new again. We also specialize in collision repair, with trained technicians who can fix dents, dings, and accidental damage to get you back on the road in no time. At Maaco, we work with all major insurance companies to ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience. Our nationwide warranty guarantees quality repairs and customer satisfaction. As a proud member of the Maaco family, you not only become a franchisee but align yourself with an industry leader. Enjoy outstanding earning potential, comprehensive training, ongoing support, and unmatched buying power. Whether you have a small or large fleet, Maaco offers fleet services tailored to meet your needs. Join the Maaco family today and discover why we are the go-to brand for auto paint and collision repair.
Key terms
- Franchise fee
$45k
- Multi‑unit discount under Development Agreement
$22,500 for second Maaco Center; $20,000 for third and each subsequent Center
- Cross‑brand (Driven Brands affiliate) discount
$22,500 if second Driven Brands outlet; $20,000 if third or subsequent Driven Brands outlet
- Footprint
7,200 – 10,000 sq ft
Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2025 filing); filings on file: 2024, 2025.
Growth
- Total locations—
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings—
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate—
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR—
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio—
Cumulative opens / closures through year-end
Unit economics
- Annual unit volume (Median)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (25th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (75th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- 1-year Median AUV growth rate3.2%
Year-over-year change in median AUV
- Store-level EBITDA Margin—
Median unit-level EBITDA / AUV
Investment profile
- Estimated initial investment$2.1M
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
↓ Lower is better - Time to open18 months
Midpoint of average time from agreement to opening
↓ Lower is better - Royalty rate8.0%
Percent of net sales paid to the franchisor
↓ Lower is better - Sales-to-investment ratio—
Median AUV / estimated initial investment midpoint
- Cash-on-cash returns—
Median unit-level EBITDA / estimated initial investment midpoint. Steady-state estimate; year 1 returns will be lower as the unit ramps to median volumes.
Franchisee healthLocked
- Unit closure ratio
- Transfer vs. closure ratio
- Percent multi-unit franchisees
- Litigation rate
- EBITDA multiple on sales & transfers
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Location footprint
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Sources
Financial and operating figures are sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Documents. Brand percentile rankings are based on comparisons to other brands that include the same metrics in their Franchise Disclosure Documents.