1-800-Radiator
We provide wholesale automotive parts and related products from a warehouse-based distribution business serving repair shops, parts stores, body shops, and other automotive businesses in a defined territory. Our product line includes radiators, condensers, air conditioning compressors, fan assemblies, fuel pumps, hoses, exhaust-related products, and heavy-duty hard parts, along with other designated automotive parts and services. We operate through a warehouse system that manages inventory, purchasing, customer ordering, pricing, delivery, reporting, and accounting. Our team works directly with local shops and other commercial customers, making sales visits and maintaining the inventory needed to support their ongoing needs. We also back parts sold through the system with a lifetime warranty.
Your franchise match score
Automotive
Brand highlights
- CEOJonathan Fitzpatrick
- Headquarters4401 Park Road, Benicia, CA, 94510
- Year founded2015
- Year started franchising2004
- IndustryAutomotive
- Locations open193 (-4 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$457,500 - $1,246,000
- Franchise fee$45,000
- Royalty8% of Gross Sales
- Brand fund1.5% of Gross Sales
- Required Liquid CapitalN/A
- Required Net WorthN/A
Learn more about the Automotive industry:
The automotive industry offers a wide range of franchise opportunities, from repair and maintenance shops to car washes and dealerships. This sector is known for its steady demand and resilience, making it a popular choice for aspiring business owners.
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2021-05-28
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Location data
| Total locations | 193 |
| Franchise locations | 192 |
| Corporate locations | 1 |
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Franchisee reviews
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Based on 2 reviews
CURRENT FRANCHISEE
Number of Locations: 3
The franchisee expressed a generally favorable view of the brand, marked by a strong willingness to recommend, though overall satisfaction and intent to repurchase were more moderate. They praised the excellent onboarding and strong ongoing support, noted that the recommended time commitment aligned with expectations, and described the business model as competitive with effective customer acquisition. However, they flagged technology as a major weakness and said financial results and ROI have only met expectations somewhat.
PERFORMANCE SCORECARD
CURRENT FRANCHISEE
Number of Locations: 1
The franchisee expressed a mixed view of 1-800 Radiator & A/C. They highlighted strong initial onboarding and training and appreciated that the model could be integrated into an existing business portfolio. However, they reported very poor franchisor technology and a territory that is too small to support strong profitability, and they indicated a low likelihood to repurchase or expand.
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