When is the payment for the shuttle vehicle due for a Christian Brothers Automotive franchise?
Christian_Brothers_Automotive Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type Of Expenditure | Amount (Note 13, 16 and 17) | Method Of Payment (Note 14 And 15) | When Due | To Whom Payment Is To Be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INITIAL FRANCHISE FEE | $135,000 (Note 1) $121,500 with IFA VetFran Program Discount (Note 1) | a) $85,000 b) $50,000 With Discount: a) $85,000 b) $36,500 (Note 1) | a) See Note 1 b) See Note 1 | CBAC (Note 1) |
| REAL ESTATE AND IMPROVE- MENTS | $0 at startup, but monthly thereafter (Note 1 and Note 2) | Monthly rent | First day of the month |
Source: Item 7 — INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 26–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Christian Brothers Automotive's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, payment for the shuttle vehicle is due prior to opening the franchised business. The acceptable methods of payment are through an auto finance or lease program. The estimated cost for the shuttle vehicle ranges from $30,000 to $50,000, and payment is to be made to the dealership vendor or individual seller.
Christian Brothers Automotive requires franchisees to purchase a CBAC-approved shuttle vehicle, which can be a Honda Odyssey, Honda Pilot, Toyota Sienna, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Mazda CX-9, or Toyota Highlander, provided they meet certain model year requirements. The FDD specifies that pre-owned shuttle vehicles cannot be more than 4 years old at the time of purchase without prior written approval from Christian Brothers Automotive and must feature the latest design/body style available.
Additionally, the approved shuttle vehicle must have a CBAC-approved graphic wrap installed by their approved vendor. The cost for this wrap ranges from $1,750 to $3,400 and can be financed along with the purchase or lease of the shuttle vehicle. This comprehensive approach ensures brand consistency and professional appearance from the outset of operations.