When you are looking for a franchise to invest in, one of the most important things to assess is the staying power of the franchisor. In other words – the assurance that the team will continue to provide a strong support network for you and your business in the future. 

Car Medic, the UK’s number one and Europe’s largest smart repair franchise group have been providing the global franchise market with unique business opportunities since 1996. Still owned and run today by the father-son team that set the company up over a decade ago, business has never been better! Interest in franchise sales is still strong and the group reported that the majority of operators have seen a marked increase in demand from consumers since the ‘credit crunch’ came into full effect a few months ago – some even have waiting lists of up to four weeks for repair services! 

Group founder and managing director, Andrew Hack explained the ‘secret’ to the group’s success, “I expect the operators trading under the Car, Air, Bike, Tyre and Caravan Medic names to provide the best possible quality repairs coupled with a truly memorable personal service. I try to lead by example: my team and I put a mammoth effort into researching and developing what we believe to be the best franchise packages in our sector. I meet ALL potential franchisees personally, and discuss whether Car Medic is right for them, and whether they are right for Car Medic. And my involvement doesn’t end at the purchase stage – I am available to any franchisee who needs my help or guidance – even years after they buy!” 

It was announced last week that MyHome plc, which acquired ChipsAway (Car Medic’s closest competitor) in October 2007, have had administrators appointed following their failure to be able to pay a demand notice from Lloyds TSB Bank plc requiring immediate repayment of all monies owed. 

Andrew Hack commented, “As a group we enjoy a little healthy competition – it inspires everybody to strive to be the best. Our sincere sympathies go to the franchisees and their families who are experiencing difficulties as a result of MyHome plc situation. We are currently compiling a bespoke package should any of those operators wish to join our team at a discounted investment level, and I invite anyone interested to please give me a call personally on our freephone number to discuss their options.” 

The group’s proven portfolio of innovative business opportunities includes: 

·       Car Medic™:                The UK’s number one and Europe’s largest smart repair franchise. The ground-breaking Car Medic system repairs paint scuffs, chips and scratches, glass, plastic, alloy wheel damage, upholstery and carpets to ‘as new’, insurance approved condition. An instant hit with the public and the franchise market alike, the business is as popular today as it was when it was launched in 1996.

·       The Caravan Medic™:  The baby of the group, the Caravan Medic franchise was launched in March this year and has been an amazing success. The Caravan Medic system repairs internal and external damage to all shapes and sizes of caravans and mobile homes including a brand new ‘never been possible before’ textured panel repair – exclusive to Caravan Medic in the UK. A process so advanced that it has already gained insurance and manufacturer approval. With only 100 franchises available in the UK, servicing the fastest growing sector of the European leisure industry, Caravan Medic is in high demand – with 20 businesses sold in the first four weeks after launch.

·       Bike Medic™:               Bike Medic uses the same smart repair principles as Car Medic with specialist inks, dyes and lacquers for motorcycles. Motorbike insurance has increased by a staggering 23% in the last 12 months alone. Insurance companies have written off nearly new scooters that in some cases have just fallen over in supermarket car parks... all because of the expense of replacing panels. The Bike Medic system answers this gap in the market at a fraction of the cost of conventional methods – and a fraction of the time!

·       Air Medic™:                  Air Medic was the UK’s first mobile air conditioning franchise. The Car Medic group identified a requirement for a low cost, convenient service that could service air con systems in cars – a process that is not part of any standard manufacturer service schedule. The Air Medic franchise can be operated as a standalone business or integrated into another of the Car Medic group franchise packages.

·       Tyre Medic™:               Tyre Medic provides a permanent puncture protection service – preventing dangerous and costly accidents. The unique system injects a specially formulated gel into each tyre which coats the inside of the tyre, and when an alien object punctures the tyre, the gel is forced to the damaged area by the internal air pressure and seals the hole. Peace of mind, plus it also prevents deflation, extends tyre life, assists wheel balance and improves fuel economy! Tyre Medic is a great business in itself but many franchisees offer it in addition to another franchise package. 

The Car Medic group operate using a ‘try before you buy’ policy and invite potential franchisees to attend a free, no obligation, one-on-one demonstration day at Head Office in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire where they can have a chat with Managing Director Andrew Hack, see each franchise system in action courtesy of a demonstration from one of the fully qualified training team and try all the repair systems for themselves.

For more information, call 08080 373737 or visit the group website at www.carmedic.co.uk

CAR MEDIC STRONGLY ADVISE ANYONE CONSIDERING BUYING A FRANCHISE TO TAKE PROFESSIONAL LEGAL AND FINANCIAL ADVICE
Full finance available with no deposit required – subject to status.