CARSTAR
Franchise Overview
This franchise operates as North America's largest multi-shop operator network of independently owned collision repair facilities. Franchisees benefit from strong insurance company relationships that drive consistent customer referrals and revenue, along with national fleet partnerships that generate recurring income. The network provides cutting-edge operational platforms enhanced by hands-on coaching, industry-leading training and management systems, and significant product savings through vendor rebate programs.
The customer base includes vehicle owners needing collision repair, insurance-directed referrals, and fleet operators. Franchisees typically convert existing auto body shops into branded locations, leveraging the network's reputation and resources to improve profitability and monthly sales volume. Corporate support includes operational coaching, insurance partner integration, and ongoing training to maintain quality standards across all locations.
Just the Facts
For most current information, see Franchise Disclosure Documents
CARSTAR Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)
These official CARSTAR FDDs contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.
Available Documents
Carstar FDD 2025
June 2025
Carstar FDD 2024
June 2024
Carstar FDD 2023
June 2023
Carstar FDD 2022
May 2022
Carstar FDD 2021
May 2021
Carstar FDD 2020
May 2020
Carstar FDD 2019
May 2019
Carstar FDD 2018
May 2018
Carstar FDD 2017
May 2017
Carstar FDD 2016
June 2016
Carstar FDD 2015
April 2015
Note: Purchased FDDs are available for immediate download. The $99 Document Processing Fee covers acquisition, storage, organization, and digital delivery of the FDD document.
