What is the estimated range for the vehicle expenditure required when opening a Bath Tune Up franchise?
Bath_Tune_Up Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| TYPE OF EXPENDITURE | AMOUNT | METHOD OF PAYMENT | WHEN DUE | TO WHOM PAYMENT IS TO BE MADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle5 | $7,000 - $40,000 | Buy, lease or finance | Upon opening | Vehicle lessor or dealer |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 19–22)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bath Tune Up's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated expenditure for a vehicle ranges from $7,000 to $40,000. This cost is due upon opening the franchise and is payable to a vehicle lessor or dealer, depending on whether the franchisee chooses to buy, lease, or finance the vehicle.
The FDD notes that franchisees must have a white vehicle with approved Bath Tune Up signage. The vehicle must be in unblemished condition and continuously maintained to present a professional image. The lower end of the estimate ($7,000) assumes the franchisee already owns a suitable white vehicle that meets Bath Tune Up's standards or chooses to lease or make a down payment on a vehicle. The higher end ($40,000) accounts for the purchase or lease of a new white vehicle, plus the cost of the required signage.
Bath Tune Up recommends that franchisees consult with their Operations Manager before purchasing or leasing a vehicle. The document also advises against purchasing a vehicle for cash if it would leave the franchisee with insufficient working capital to operate the business. Affiliation with HFC, Bath Tune Up's parent company, may provide discounts on vehicles.