Merlin 200,000 Miles Shops

What's a Merlin 200,000 Miles Shop?

Experts in both preventive maintenance and professional vehicle repair. Merlin helps drivers go farther and avoid premature care payments. Proprietary "DRIVE" program is easy and affordable. Many customers achieve vehicle life way beyond 200,000 miles. Average Merlin shop sales exceed stats of many of its larger competitors. Unique 200,000 mile product warranties. Previous management and sales experience required. Industry background not always necessary.

We're Automotive Longevity Specialists.

Why choose a Merlin 200,000 Miles Shop?

• Higher than average sales volumes.
• 35 year history of sustained sales growth.
• Relationship marketing approach to the business.
• Frequent field & training staff visits.
• Six (6) week management training conducted at Merlin's Corporate Training Center.
• Chainwide and local shops marketing programs.
• Focus on individual shop success - not just selling franchises.
• Unique equity assiance programs.
• Third party quality inspection.
• Employee recruitment programs.
• Thirty nine (39) management and training courses for Franchisees and their employees.

Why will the automotive service industry continue to prosper?

• The American public is dependent on automotive transportation.
• Automobile repair has been described as a "Basic Need" business and can be compared to other necessity industries such as food, clothing and shelter.
• The average age of cars and light duty trucks in use currently exceeds 11 years and continues to increase each year.
• The average annual number of miles driven per vehicle increases each year.
• In the USA the number of vehicles in use during 2008 exceeded 250 million and it continues to grow.

What special qualities and skills does a Merlin 200,000 Miles Shops franchisee need for success?

• Automotive service experience is helpful.
• High energy level and good work ethic.
• Ability to concentrate and follow a system.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Successful management experience.
• Basic understanding of business economics.
• Sales and marketing aptitude.
• Ability to lead and motivate employees.
• Integrity.
• Dedication to the customer.

Equity Assitance for Industry Veterans!

If you are or have been a Senior Technician, Shop Foreman, Service Manager, Assistant Manager or Shop Manager within the industry, you can make that experience count. Our FASTRAK program converts your industry experience into hard dollars. If you qualify, you could receive up to $15,000 toward the purchase of your own franchise.

Equity Assistance for bilingual candidates!

With our Two Language Program (TLP), franchisee candidates who qualify will receive a $10,000 equity award toward the purchase of a new Merlin franchise. Candidates must show substantial proficiency (speaking, reading and writing) in at least one language in addition to English to qualify.

How soon can I be in operation once I have been accepted as a franchisee?

Location is the determining factor. In the case of an existing operation, this time period could be as little as 75 days, new locations may take longer.

Financing Options

Conventional, SBA & hybrid financing options. Special programs for candidates who are bilingual or have industry experience, or are current Merlin employees.

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