Colors On Parade^®

Construction & Home Improvement • Year: 2025

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What Is Colors On Parade?

Colors On Parade is a franchise providing mobile vehicle exterior paint repair and refinishing and other vehicle repair and restoration services in the automotive services industry. The operational model permits mobile and/or fixed-location operation using one or more Operating Units (including a mobile laboratory inside the Operating Unit). It serves a mix of customers, including automobile dealerships, vehicle fleets, auctions and other vehicle distribution or maintenance centers, as well as individual automobile owners. The core service bundle includes paintless dent removal, interior repairs, glass repair, wheel repair, headlight restoration and other automotive reconditioning and restoration services.

Colors On Parade Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchisor provides extensive hands-on preparation — 232 hours of initial training and a Training and Support score of 100 — but a very high estimated maximum startup cost of $421,500 and an above-typical three company-owned units raise concerns about required cash and the franchisor’s preference for corporate expansion over building the franchise base.

Pros

232 hours of initial training (well above typical for Construction & Home Improvement, top 5%) — paired with a Training & Support score of 100, this indicates the franchisor provides extensive, hands-on preparation for new operators.

Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero franchisor-initiated enforcement actions, and no government penalties or franchisee-initiated judgments/settlements (all well below typical) — the system has a clean legal and regulatory record.

Item 7 Reserves maximum is $0 (well below typical) — you likely won't be required to hold a large reserve, which lowers the cash cushion needed before the business becomes self-sustaining.

Cons

Three company-owned units is well above typical for this sector (top quarter) — the franchisor operates more corporate-run locations than peers, which can signal a preference for corporate expansion over building the franchise base and warrants further investigation.

Item 7 total maximum estimated startup cost is $421,500 (well above typical for Construction & Home Improvement, top 10%) — the upper-end cost is high compared with peers and could require significantly more cash on hand to reach opening.

No mandatory ongoing training and no franchisee right to relocate — both are unusual absences (87% and 96.3% of peers provide these) and reduce your post-opening training support and operational flexibility.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Territory Protection

46/100

NORMAL

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. The franchisor retains rights to develop nearby units, sell via e-commerce, retail and alternative channels, deploy distinct marks, and makes protection contingent on performance quotas and site-specific performance contingencies reflecting market density.

Training & Support

100

Excellent

Colors On Parade provides an extensive 232-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two staff members for launch. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness, with travel and lodging expenses borne by the franchisee and certain on-site services available for an additional fee.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Colors On Parade Franchise?

Opening a Colors On Parade franchise requires a total initial investment of $52,600 to $421,500, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$52,600

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$421,500

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$30,000

Real Estate$0

Equipment & Assets$9,300

Reserves$0

Training$3,000

Other$10,300

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$30,000

Real Estate$0

Equipment & Assets$61,500

Reserves$0

Training$7,500

Other$322,500

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do Colors On Parade Franchise Owners Make?

Colors On Parade franchise locations reported average gross sales of $739,608 and median gross sales of $535,035 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$739,608

Median Gross Sales:

$535,035

High Gross Sales:

$3,551,289

Low Gross Sales:

$53,016

Sample Size:

Percent Attaining Average:

32.0%

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: Only franchised outlet data are provided (no corporate/company-owned performance data), so direct comparison to corporate-run outlets is not possible from this Item 19.

Performance Variability Analysis: Among the 47 long-established franchises there is substantial variability—mean annual sales of 739,607.52 and a median of 535,035.00 with a high of 3,551,288.57 and a low of 53,016.50—indicating a skewed distribution with a concentration above $500,000 for a majority of units.

Data Scope and Limitations: The data are for fiscal year 2024 only, derived from franchisor-submitted monthly sales reports (unaudited) and reflect mainly franchises operating more than three years, so results may not represent newer outlets or future performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Colors On Parade franchise?

The total initial investment for a Colors On Parade franchise ranges from $52,600 to $421,500, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the Colors On Parade initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for Colors On Parade is $30,000, as stated in the 2025 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

How much do Colors On Parade franchise owners make?

Colors On Parade franchise locations reported average gross sales of $739,608 and median gross sales of $535,035 in 2025, based on Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. Actual earnings vary by location, market, and operator experience.

Does Colors On Parade have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

Colors On Parade received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2025 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does Colors On Parade offer exclusive franchise territories?

Colors On Parade received a territory protection score of 46 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.

What training does Colors On Parade provide to new franchisees?

Colors On Parade received a training and support score of 100 out of 100. Colors On Parade provides an extensive 232-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two staff members for launch.

How many Colors On Parade franchise locations are there?

Colors On Parade had 51 total locations as of the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is Colors On Parade?

Colors On Parade is a franchise providing mobile vehicle exterior paint repair and refinishing and other vehicle repair and restoration services in the automotive services industry.

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