Automotive franchises

ABS Auto Franchise Opportunity

Mechanical service and repair franchise (Automotive Brake & Suspension) offering logbook servicing, brakes, clutches and suspension through franchised centres in six states.

18 units in AustraliaFranchising since 1983Registered as Specialist Wholesalers Pty Ltd
On the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register

captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Public data profile

This information is compiled from the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register and other public sources. It hasn’t been confirmed by the franchise team.

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How much does a ABS Auto franchise cost?

An ABS Auto franchise requires a total investment of $161,500–$830,000 all-in.

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register · captured August 2026. See full cost breakdown

Full cost breakdown

Fees vs the market

ABS Auto vs the Automotive median · Q3 2026 Fee Index
FeeABS AutoCategory median (systems)Position
All-in establishment cost$162K–$830K$156,000–$500,000 (42)near median
Royalty (% gross sales)Not published6.5% (6)
Marketing levy (% gross sales)Not published3.0% (6)

Medians from the Automotive Fee Index: the figures franchisors publish and their ACCC Register establishment costs. A fee median is only shown when at least five systems publish that fee.

Network & venues

18venues in Australia
17franchised businesses
1company-owned units
17franchisees (operators)
43years operating in Australia

Operates in NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Expanding into NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-005965) · captured 2026-08-19.

Investment & payments

Costs and payments as published by the franchisor on the Register
Establishment cost (all-in setup)$161,500 – $830,000

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-005965) · captured 2026-08-19. Ranges are the franchisor’s own estimates; confirm every figure against the disclosure document.

Franchise agreement

Standard agreement term 5 or more years

Option to renew Other

Restraint of trade after exit Yes

Goodwill compensation on exit Other

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-005965) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

ABS Auto’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.

Serious offence conviction (last 10 yrs)No
Civil judgment against franchisor (last 5 yrs)No
Bankruptcy / insolvency (last 10 yrs)No
Upfront payment required to applyYes
Franchisor can change the agreementNo
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromYes
Agreement provides for arbitrationYes

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-005965) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website www.absauto.com.au

Phone (03) 8878 1111

Email enquiries@absauto.com.au

Registered office 127-139 Link Road, Melbourne Airport VIC 3045

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-005965) · captured 2026-08-19.

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

How ABS Auto’s answers compare: what Australian franchisors disclose on the Register, by category.

Available territories

Territory availability
StateRegionStatusAs at
New South WalesStatewiderecruitingcaptured July 2026
Western AustraliaStatewiderecruitingcaptured July 2026
QueenslandStatewiderecruitingcaptured July 2026
South AustraliaStatewiderecruitingcaptured July 2026
VictoriaStatewiderecruitingcaptured July 2026
TasmaniaStatewiderecruitingcaptured July 2026

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Frequently asked questions

How much does an ABS Auto franchise cost?

An ABS Auto franchise requires a total investment of $161,500–$830,000 all-in (ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register).

What are ABS Auto's ongoing fees?

ABS Auto's ongoing royalty and marketing fees are not published. Ask the franchisor and check the disclosure document for the current fee structure.

Is ABS Auto on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

Based on FranchiseScope's research, ABS Auto appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.