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Christian Brothers Automotive

$CBAHF500 #501
CategoryAutomotive
SubcategoryRepair & Maintenance Services
Locations326
Franchisee Count172
Franchise Fee$85,000
Item 7 Low$515,250
Item 7 Midpoint$582,825
Item 7 High$650,400
Royalty Fees50% of monthly “Split Profits” during the initial franchise term and during all extensions and renewals.
Ad / Brand Fund3%
Sold Not Open97
ParentChristian Brothers Automotive Corporation
Founded1982
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business43
Began FranchisingJanuary 1996
HQHouston, TX
Executives12
LinksWebLinkedIn
Main Phone(281) 675-6100
EmailBrad.Fink@cbac.com
FDD IssuedApril 17, 2026
Last UpdatedJul 24, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2024 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2018 🔒
Franchisor

Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation offers franchises for the establishment and operation of automotive repair and maintenance service facilities.

Franchisees must use specific systems including Tekmetric for shop management and Epicor Kinetic for accounting, with upfront software costs around $1,650 and ongoing costs of approximately $11,000 annually.

Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation offers franchises for the establishment and operation of automotive repair and maintenance service facilities.

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