Maaco
A Independent brand
About Maaco
Maaco - North America's Bodyshop
Maaco, North America's #1 auto paint and collision repair franchise, is part of the Driven Brands, Inc. family - North America's largest automotive aftermarket franchisor, headquartered in Charlotte, NC. With 400+ independently owned and operated locations across the U.S. and Canada, Maaco is an iconic, industry-leading brand with over 50 years of experience and no national competition. As the go-to solution for both consumer and fleet vehicle repair, Maaco offers franchisees a proven, scalable business model with strong brand recognition, operational support, and multiple revenue streams.
Inside Maaco
- Established
- 1972
- First Unit Franchised
- 1972
- Franchised Units
- 400+
- Company Owned Units
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- States Registered In
- All 50 States Focus on Single & Multi-Unit Ownership Maaco is committed to supporting both single-unit owner-operators and Multi-Site Operators (MSOs). Our flexible business model accommodates franchisees with varying goals, whether they aim to operate one location or build a multi-unit portfolio. Franchisees in our system own anywhere from a single location to over 20, showcasing the scalability and adaptability of the Maaco model. For those interested in scaling their investment, Maaco provides tools and best practices to support growth into 3-5 centers or beyond, ensuring efficient management of above-store-level SG&A expenses. Leveraging proprietary data, Maaco offers franchisees access to a targeted M&A pipeline, identifying independent shop locations that align with our model. This approach simplifies the process for both first-time openings and future expansion opportunities. What Makes Maaco Stand Out?
- Cash Investment
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- Total Investment
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- Minimum Net Worth
- $900,000+
- Single Unit Franchise Fee
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- Royalty
- 4% for the first 6 months, increasing to 8% thereafter.
- Ad
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- Average Number of Employees
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- Item 19
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- Home-Based
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- B2B
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- Master Franchise Opportunities
- No •
- Veteran Discount
- Veterans receive a royalty ramp incentive of 4% for the first two years of operation. • 3 weeks of intensive management training at Maaco Headquarters • No automotive experience necessary! • We teach you everything you need to know, from learning the phone track to managing the production flow and sales. • 3+ weeks of on-the-job training for both you and your employees. We help you: • Interview and train your initial crew • Bring customers through the door and learn how to manage them • 6-12 months of new center development oversight • We help you stay on track with our model and adhere to production and management standards. • Annual Fall Convention and Spring Operations meetings, Maaco University, Rally Point, Driven Dash Marketing Portal, eStore for central purchasing, and many more supportive programs There are 2 possible types of franchisees: • Owner/Operator - Oversees day to day activities, while being the face of the office. • Semi Absentee Owner - Passes along responsibilities to an office manager and are responsible for the fees. There is no previous automotive experience necessary in order to be a Maaco franchisee. We look for sales aptitude, financial management skills, managerial experience and the ability to personally devote the time and effort necessary to develop a market and delegate unit-level operations to managers and employees. • Investment firms looking to diversify • High net worth individuals with leadership experience
- Financial Assistance Provided
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- Site Selection Assistance
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- Lease Negotiation Assistance
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- Recruiting Assistance
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- Cooperative Advertising
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- Category
- Automotive, Repair & Restoration
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