Winzer franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Winzer franchise fee is $3,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $5,950 to $16,153, with about $0 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Winzer FDD.
What are the Winzer franchise fees and investment?
The Winzer franchise requires a franchise fee of $3,500 and a total initial investment of $5,950 to $16,153. 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) | $3,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $5,950 to $16,153 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $0 |
| US locations | 274 |
| Industry | Automotive (Supplies) |
| Headquarters | Plano, Texas |
| Founded | 2012 |
| Franchising since | 2012 |
How does the Winzer investment compare with other automotive franchises?
Winzer's minimum investment of $5,950 is at or below the median minimum investment of $235,400 across the 124 automotive franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. No other automotive brand in the database starts at a lower investment. Its franchise fee starting at $3,500 compares with an industry median of $30,000.
By minimum investment, Winzer belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Winzer FDD?
Verify six parts of the Winzer 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 Winzer 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 Winzer?
These automotive franchises have the closest minimum investment to Winzer:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Auto Appraisal Network | $12,000 to $20,000 | $16,700 to $44,275 |
| Just Drive | $13,000 to $23,000 | $16,750 to $37,500 |
| 10-4 TOW | $2,500 | $27,800 to $120,050 |
| Deckhand Detailing | $18,000 | $29,400 to $50,900 |
| Colors On Parade | $5,000 | $33,800 to $103,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Winzer franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Winzer franchise ranges from $5,950 to $16,153, including a franchise fee of $3,500, 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 Winzer franchise?
Winzer lists a minimum of about $0 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Winzer locations are there?
Winzer reported 274 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 Winzer been franchising?
Winzer started offering franchises in 2012 after the company was founded in 2012.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Winzer and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Winzer. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.