Does Bigfoot Forestry recommend or expect franchisees to purchase a new vehicle?
Bigfoot_Forestry Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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- 5. Vehicle: You must have access to a new or used vehicle that meets our standards and specifications. The vehicle must be capable of transporting your crew and equipment to job sites. The vehicle must have a minimum towing capacity of 18,000 pounds. The low estimate assumes you already own or lease a suitable vehicle. The high estimate assumes you purchase a used commercial vehicle, which we estimate would cost $20,000 to $60,000. These estimates assume you purchase only 1 vehicle to start your Business. We estimate the cost to purchase a new vehicle will range from $60,000 to $95,000, but we do not recommend or expect franchises to purchase a new vehicle. If you choose to purchase a new vehicle,
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 15–18)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bigfoot Forestry's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must have access to a vehicle that meets the brand's standards and specifications. While a new vehicle is not required, the vehicle must be capable of transporting the crew and equipment to job sites and have a minimum towing capacity of 18,000 pounds.
The FDD provides cost estimates for both used and new vehicles. The high end of the initial investment assumes the franchisee purchases a used commercial vehicle, estimated to cost between $20,000 and $60,000. While Bigfoot Forestry estimates that the cost to purchase a new vehicle will range from $60,000 to $95,000, the document states that Bigfoot Forestry does not recommend or expect franchisees to purchase a new vehicle.
The initial investment table in Item 7 lists the estimated cost for a vehicle as $0 to $60,000, depending on whether the franchisee already owns a suitable vehicle or purchases a used one. Franchisees should consider the cost and availability of suitable used vehicles in their area when making their decision.
Ultimately, the decision to purchase a new or used vehicle is left to the franchisee, but they must ensure that the vehicle meets Bigfoot Forestry's standards for transporting crew and equipment and has the required towing capacity. The exterior of the vehicle must also be branded with a designated vehicle wrap or approved decals.