Polish your future

Sarah Stowe

Touch Up Guys specialises in bumper repairs, scratch repairs, car paint repair, panel beating, stone chips and car detailing.

How long have you been franchising?

20 years

How many franchisees?

130 in Australia and New Zealand; opened for business in the US in 2010

Do franchisees buy an exclusive territory?

Franchisees have exclusive rights to all commercial business in their territory. Private work can be done anywhere within the marketing region for which their territory is a part.

Is the business mobile?

Yes

How are customer leads generated?

Using the company website, Google Adwords, Yellow Pages, print advertising, shopping centre displays, radio advertising, leaflet distribution, database marketing, 1300 phone number, networking, and canvassing.

Is this a one-man business?

The majority of franchisees run one-man businesses. Some have employees working with them on their van to allow faster work and more jobs, others run multiple vans with employees working for them.

How do franchisees grow the business?

Through local advertising, database marketing, shopping centre displays, canvassing, networking and referrals.

What is the upfront cost of a franchise?

$83,050 incl. GST plus approved vehicle.