Best Automotive Franchises in Queensland
10 automotive franchise systems that operate or recruit in Queensland and publish their fees, ranked by Australian network size.
| # | Franchise | Open QLD territories | Units | Investment (all-in) | Royalty | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ultra Tune | 1 | 297 | $208K–$1.8M | 7.0% | Cost |
| 2 | Bob Jane T-Marts | 1 | 202 | $443K–$1.7M | 6.0% | Cost |
| 3 | Battery World | 1 | 119 | $300K–$350K | 5.0% | Cost |
| 4 | Auto Masters | 1 | 95 | $714K–$993K | Not published | Cost |
| 5 | JAX Tyres & Auto | 1 | 95 | $207K–$1.1M | Not published | Cost |
| 6 | Tint a Car | 1 | 85 | $53K–$181K | Not published | Cost |
| 7 | Midas Australia | None listed | 82 | $105K–$572K | 6.0% | Cost |
| 8 | Magic Hand Carwash | 1 | 45 | $600K–$1M | 8.0% | Cost |
| 9 | ABS Auto | 1 | 18 | $162K–$830K | Not published | Cost |
| 10 | Star Car Wash | 1 | 0 | $350K–$500K | 7.0% | Cost |
Lowest entry on this list: Tint a Car from $52,500 all-in. Investment figures are each system's published all-in establishment cost. Rankings are directory listings, not endorsements, always verify fees against the disclosure document.
Best places in Queensland for an automotive franchise
| Area | Score | Residents |
|---|---|---|
| Murrumba Downs - Griffin | 81/100 | 23,556 |
| Narangba | 81/100 | 21,324 |
| North Lakes | 78/100 | 23,488 |
| Thornlands | 78/100 | 19,664 |
| Coomera | 77/100 | 20,615 |
| Burdell - Mount Low | 77/100 | 19,726 |
| Calamvale - Stretton | 75/100 | 23,311 |
| Cashmere | 74/100 | 20,050 |
Scores from FranchiseScope’s location model: market size, competition, demographic fit, growth and recruiting brands, using ABS Census 2021 data. All Queensland franchise locations
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best automotive franchise in Queensland?
It depends on your budget, the format you want and demand where you live. Of the 10 systems that operate or recruit in Queensland, Ultra Tune has the largest Australian network (297 units). Compare investment, royalties and territory availability, and confirm every figure against the franchisor's disclosure document.
How much does an automotive franchise cost in Queensland?
Published all-in investment for these systems starts from $52,500 (Tint a Car). Costs vary with the site, fit-out and working capital, so ask each franchisor for current figures and check them in the disclosure document.
Where in Queensland is best for an automotive franchise?
By our location model, the highest-scoring Queensland areas for an automotive franchise are Murrumba Downs - Griffin (81/100), Narangba (81/100), North Lakes (78/100). The score weighs market size, competition, demographic fit, growth and recruiting brands; each area's report shows the detail.