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How Much Does a TAKE 5 Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A TAKE 5 franchise costs between $912,248 and $2,053,642 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $45,000.

$912,248

Minimum Investment

$2,053,642

Maximum Investment

$45,000

Franchise Fee

TAKE 5 Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $45,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $45,000

TAKE 5 Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a TAKE 5 franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $45,000

Initial franchise fee Lump sum · At the time that you sign the Franchise Agreement $45,000

Real Estate $537,528 – $1,352,318

Building work Installments · As contractor or funding source requires $273,985 – $705,345

General site work Installments · As contractor or funding source requires $243,543 – $626,973

3 months' rent and security deposit As we or landlord requires · As we or landlord requires $20,000

Equipment & Assets $73,839 – $136,772

Signage Installments · 50% upon order placement, remaining 50% on order completion $18,342 – $59,384

FF&E Package Lump sum · 30 days prior to opening $29,497 – $39,388

Opening Inventory Lump sum · 30 days prior to opening $23,000 – $35,000

Software Installation Fee Lump sum · At the time that you sign the Software License Agreement $3,000

Training $15,000 – $20,000

Training fees, salaries and expenses during training Before opening $15,000 – $20,000

Working Capital & Reserves $52,000

Additional funds - 3 months $52,000

Other Costs $188,881 – $447,552

General conditions and fees Installments · As contractor or funding source requires $91,328 – $235,115

Due diligence, permits, design and plans Installments · As contractor or funding source requires $63,053 – $169,937

Grand Opening Contribution Lump sum · At the time that you sign the Franchise Agreement $20,000

Used oil system As contractor or funding source requires $7,000 – $15,000

Insurance $7,500

Total Estimated Investment $912,248 – $2,053,642

How Does TAKE 5 Compare to Other Automotive Franchises?

TAKE 5's minimum investment of $912,248 is above the Automotive industry median. The median minimum investment for Automotive franchises is $161,584.

$912,248

TAKE 5 Min

$161,584

Automotive Median Min

$2,053,642

TAKE 5 Max

$307,600

Automotive Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a TAKE 5?

The total startup cost for a TAKE 5 franchise ranges from $912,248 to $2,053,642, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $537,528 to $1,352,318.

How much is the TAKE 5 franchise fee?

The TAKE 5 franchise fee is $45,000, as disclosed in the 2025 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is TAKE 5 a good investment?

TAKE 5 requires a total franchise investment of $912,248 to $2,053,642 and scores Legal Risk: 70/100, Training: 87/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full TAKE 5 franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a TAKE 5 franchise owner make?

TAKE 5 franchise locations report median gross sales of $1,327,808 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our TAKE 5 franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.