Cardinal Auto Franchise Opportunity
Cardinal Auto is an Australian automotive franchise with 28 sites, offered to owner-operators across WA, QLD.
How much does a Cardinal Auto franchise cost?
Source: Disclosure document v2.0 · verified July 2026. See full cost breakdown →
Fees vs the market
| Fee | Cardinal Auto | Category median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royalty (% gross sales) | 6.8% | 7.5% | below median |
| Marketing levy (% gross sales) | 2.3% | 2.5% | below median |
Medians from the Automotive Fee Index. See methodology.
Network history
| Year | Opened | Closed | Transferred | Total units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 14 | 1 | 4 | 28 |
| 2023 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 28 |
| 2024 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 28 |
| 2025 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 28 |
Where disclosure item-6 data is obtainable. verified July 2026.
Available territories
| State | Region | Status | As at |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bunbury | Western Australia | recruiting | July 2026 |
| Toowoomba | Queensland | recruiting | July 2026 |
Cardinal Auto by state: Western Australia · Queensland
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Cardinal Auto franchise cost?
A Cardinal Auto franchise requires a total investment of $115,000–$523,000 all-in, including a $53,000 initial fee, $45,000–$453,000 fit-out and around $17,000 working capital (Disclosure document v2.0, verified July 2026).
What are Cardinal Auto's ongoing fees?
Cardinal Auto charges a 6.8% royalty and a 2.3% marketing levy, benchmarked against the Automotive category medians of 7.5% and 2.5% (Q2 2026 Fee Index, n=62).
Is Cardinal Auto on the Franchise Disclosure Register?
Yes — Cardinal Auto Pty Ltd has a current ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register entry, verified July 2026.