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Kwik Kar Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)

Kwik Kar provides automotive maintenance and repair services, offering quick and reliable solutions to keep vehicles running smoothly.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchise fee

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$39,900
Investment

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$291,000 - $1,972,000
Revenue (AUV)

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Undisclosed

$1,005,000

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Kwik Kar is a fast, full-service oil change and auto care franchise that began operations in 1964 in Texas. It was founded by Ray Ellis and grew steadily as a regional brand. Today, the company is headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado, and is part of FullSpeed Automotive.

Kwik Kar began offering franchise opportunities in 2024 after the formal establishment of Kwik Kar Franchising, LLC.

The franchise specializes in 20-point oil changes, scheduled maintenance, state inspections, and general auto repairs. It positions itself as a convenient and affordable alternative to dealership service departments.

In 2022, Kwik Kar was acquired by FullSpeed Automotive, which also owns Grease Monkey and SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service.  The franchise stands out through its full-service offering, operational support, and established customer trust in local communities.

Initial investment

The initial investment required for a Kwik Kar franchise is $291,000 - $1,972,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Kwik Kar offers 2 types of franchises:

Type of Expenditure Amount
Kwik Kar franchise at a brownfield/conversion location $291,320 - $917,050
Kwik Kar franchise at a ground up greenfield location $1,213,153 - $1,972,033

We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Kwik Kar franchise at a ground up greenfield location.

For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $20,000 - $39,900
Real Estate $23,333 - $33,333
Building Work $875,000 - $1,006,650
General Site Work $75,000 - $450,000
Due Diligence, Permits, Design and Plans $25,000 - $80,000
FF&E Package & Installation $80,450 - $186,650
Grand Opening Costs $10,000 - $10,000
Initial Inventory $25,000 - $35,000
Signs $20,000 - $40,000
Supplies $3,000 - $5,000
Initial Training Travel & Lodging Expenses $3,300 - $6,000
Computer Hardware and Software $14,000 - $20,500
Point of Sale Maintenance Fee $2,070 - $4,000
Prepaid Expenses $2,000 - $5,000
Additional Funds (3 months) $35,000 - $50,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment $1,213,153 - $1,972,033

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Kwik Kar offers 2 types of franchises:

Type of Expenditure Amount
Kwik Kar franchise at a brownfield/conversion location $291,320 - $917,050
Kwik Kar franchise at a ground up greenfield location $1,213,153 - $1,972,033

We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Kwik Kar franchise at a ground up greenfield location.

For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $20,000 - $39,900
Real Estate $23,333 - $33,333
Building Work $875,000 - $1,006,650
General Site Work $75,000 - $450,000
Due Diligence, Permits, Design and Plans $25,000 - $80,000
FF&E Package & Installation $80,450 - $186,650
Grand Opening Costs $10,000 - $10,000
Initial Inventory $25,000 - $35,000
Signs $20,000 - $40,000
Supplies $3,000 - $5,000
Initial Training Travel & Lodging Expenses $3,300 - $6,000
Computer Hardware and Software $14,000 - $20,500
Point of Sale Maintenance Fee $2,070 - $4,000
Prepaid Expenses $2,000 - $5,000
Additional Funds (3 months) $35,000 - $50,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment $1,213,153 - $1,972,033

Franchise Disclosure Document

Below is Kwik Kar's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.

Number of units

Kwik Kar had 26 total units in 2025, of which 0 were franchised-owned and 26 company-owned.

Frequently Asked Questions

Competitors

Below are some of

Kwik Kar

key competitors in the

Oil Change

sector.

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6.00%

$291,000

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$1,972,000

$1,005,000

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$xxx,xxx

14.8%

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Training

Kwik Kar provides a robust training program designed to ensure franchisees operate successfully and consistently across its network. The franchise offers multiple training components that support both new and existing operators:

  1. Initial Training Program: Franchisees or their Principal Owners must attend this mandatory training, which includes 3–4 days of classroom instruction and 5 days of hands-on training. It may be extended by up to five more days based on need and is conducted in Greenwood Village, Colorado or other designated locations.
  2. Remote and On-Site Training: Kwik Kar provides remote training and may also offer in-person training sessions, depending on operational needs. Additional on-site training is available upon request for a fee.
  3. Certification and Specialized Training: Optional or required programs are available through FullSpeed University to certify employees in specific services offered at Kwik Kar centers.

Territory Protection

Kwik Kar does not grant exclusive territorial rights to its franchisees. The franchise designates a “Designated Area” solely for the purpose of helping the franchisee select a proposed site for their Kwik Kar Center.

However, this area does not imply any exclusivity or protection against other franchisees or corporate locations, either before or after the agreement is signed.

While the Designated Area helps define where a franchisee can operate, it does not prevent Kwik Kar from placing other centers nearby or even within that same area. There is no contractual promise that additional centers won’t be developed in proximity.

Competitors

Below are some of Kwik Kar's key competitors in the Oil Change sector.

Victory Lane Quick Oil Change

Franchisees

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12
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-25%
-25%
Investment

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$240,000 - $765,000
Revenue

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Take 5 Oil Change

Franchisees

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173
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284%
284%
Investment

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$223,000 - $1,617,000
Revenue

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SpeeDee Oil Change & Tune Up

Franchisees

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66
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-4%
-4%
Investment

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$291,000 - $1,972,000
Revenue

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Kwik Kar

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0
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n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$291,000 - $1,972,000
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Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers

Franchisees

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40
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-63%
-63%
Investment

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$2,562,000 - $3,815,000
Revenue

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Valvoline Instant Oil Change

Franchisees

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962
+
16%
16%
Investment

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$192,000 - $640,000
Revenue

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