For a Boulder Designs franchise, can I own or finance the required truck instead of leasing?
Boulder_Designs Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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Note 6. These are estimated lease payments, monthly finance payments, security deposits, and down payments for a new or used truck. You will need to have a 3/4-ton (or larger) pickup truck to pull your equipment trailer. Leasing is the preferred option, but you may also own or finance your truck. The truck may be no more than seven years old and must be in good mechanical and aesthetic condition, with an
exterior having minimal cosmetic blemishes (no dents, broken/cracked glass, missing panels, rust, etc.). If you choose to purchase a new or used truck, the overall cost of a ¾-ton pickup will vary based on its age, mileage, and its equipped features and amenities, among other factors, which could exceed $50,000. You will be required to display on each side of the vehicle the Boulder Designs logo, Boulder Designs website, and your local business telephone number. The logo and telephone number must be professionally painted or affixed with professional vinyl lettering or be present on a removable vehicle display magnet. We will provide you with proofs and/or sample layouts to be used. We can provide this service to for an additional charge depending upon yo
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT SINGLE FRANCHISE (FDD pages 16–19)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Boulder Designs' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, while leasing is the preferred option, franchisees can own or finance the required truck. The FDD indicates that a franchisee will need a 3/4-ton (or larger) pickup truck to pull the equipment trailer. If a franchisee chooses to purchase a new or used truck, the overall cost could exceed $50,000, depending on factors like age, mileage, and features.
The truck must meet certain standards, including being no more than seven years old and in good mechanical and aesthetic condition, with minimal cosmetic blemishes. Additionally, the franchisee is required to display the Boulder Designs logo, website, and local business telephone number on each side of the vehicle. This branding must be professionally painted or affixed with professional vinyl lettering or be present on a removable vehicle display magnet. Boulder Designs can provide proofs and/or sample layouts and can also provide this service for an additional charge depending upon the franchisee's location.
Prospective franchisees should consider the costs and requirements associated with owning or financing a truck versus leasing. Owning or financing may offer long-term cost savings but requires a significant upfront investment and ongoing maintenance. Leasing may have lower upfront costs but could be more expensive in the long run. Franchisees should also factor in the costs of branding the vehicle and ensuring it meets Boulder Designs' standards.