Costa Oil franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Costa Oil franchise fee is $54,900 and the total initial investment ranges from $155,750 to $1,874,900, with about $115,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Costa Oil FDD.
What are the Costa Oil franchise fees and investment?
The Costa Oil franchise requires a franchise fee of $54,900 and a total initial investment of $155,750 to $1,874,900. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $54,900 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $155,750 to $1,874,900 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $115,000 |
| US locations | 24 |
| Industry | Automotive (Repair & Maintenance) |
| Headquarters | Hanover, Pennsylvania |
| Founded | 2020 |
| Franchising since | 2022 |
How does the Costa Oil investment compare with other automotive franchises?
Costa Oil's minimum investment of $155,750 is at or below the median minimum investment of $235,400 across the 124 automotive franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 83 of the other 123 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $54,900 compares with an industry median of $30,000.
By minimum investment, Costa Oil belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Costa Oil FDD?
Verify six parts of the Costa Oil Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Costa Oil discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Costa Oil?
These automotive franchises have the closest minimum investment to Costa Oil:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Rent a Wheel | $50,000 | $158,550 to $503,800 |
| Detail Garage | $30,000 | $160,975 to $270,450 |
| Rent-A-Wreck | $18,000 to $75,000 | $161,005 to $462,276 |
| Purrfect Auto Service | $24,950 | $149,250 to $377,650 |
| Rad Air Complete Car Care | $49,500 | $145,500 to $858,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Costa Oil franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Costa Oil franchise ranges from $155,750 to $1,874,900, including a franchise fee of $54,900, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Costa Oil franchise?
Costa Oil lists a minimum of about $115,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Costa Oil locations are there?
Costa Oil reported 24 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Costa Oil been franchising?
Costa Oil started offering franchises in 2022 after the company was founded in 2020.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Costa Oil and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Costa Oil. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.