Saf-T Auto Centers

Founded: 1978 Franchising since: 1986

121 N. Plains Industrial Rd. Wallingford, Connecticut 06492

Phone: (800)382-7238

Franchisor has 5 employee(s); 5 employee(s) in franchise department.

Where Seeking Franchisees

Exclusive territories available.
Territory size: 70,000 population

Total investment: $85K-100K Franchise fee: $15K

Ongoing royalty fee: $500/mo. Term of agreement: 10 years, renewable

Type of Financing Available

	In-House	Third Party
Franchise Fee	No	No
Startup Costs	No	No
Equipment	No	Yes
Inventory	No	Yes
Accounts Receivable	No	No
Payroll	No	No

Third-party financing source(s): various lenders

Qualifications
Net worth requirement: $100K
Cash liquidity requirement: $20K
Business Experience:

• Industry experience

Training

• Available at headquarters: 30 days
• At franchisee's location: 30 days

Ongoing Support

• Newsletter
• Toll-free phone line
• Grand opening
• Internet
• Security/safety procedures
• Field operations/evaluations
• Purchasing cooperatives

Marketing Support

• Co-op advertising
• Ad slicks
• Regional advertising