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 | Ziebart International CorporationThe Worldwide Leader in Vehicle Appearance and Protection Services |
Business Type
FranchiseMin Liquid Capital
$100,000 to $500,000Total Investment
$100,000 to $275,000Required Net Worth
$100,000Number of Units
343In Business Since
1959* For Current Info See:
Franchise Disclosure Document
Overview
Brand name recognition is always an advantage in today's competitive auto aftermarket marketplace. Ziebart is an established name that has been around for more than 50 years. In a world where increasingly expensive cars and trucks have generated the demand for a higher level of expert care, no one can question the potential of a Ziebart franchise. Vehicle owners, more than ever, continue to spend money enhancing and protecting their cars and trucks. Ziebart services this need with an established brand name that has over 40 years of experience and technology.
We are currently seeking qualified business people that have a passion for the automotive industry to join our system as owners/operators. If you like the automotive industry and want to be involved in a business whose vision is to be the worldwide leader in automotive appearance and protection services, then a Ziebart franchise may be the business opportunity that you have been looking for. You will be in business for yourself, but not by yourself!
Ziebart has opportunities on several levels for new franchisees:
We are currently seeking qualified business people that have a passion for the automotive industry to join our system as owners/operators. If you like the automotive industry and want to be involved in a business whose vision is to be the worldwide leader in automotive appearance and protection services, then a Ziebart franchise may be the business opportunity that you have been looking for. You will be in business for yourself, but not by yourself!
Ziebart has opportunities on several levels for new franchisees:
- A Stand alone full service Ziebart franchise.
- International Master Ziebart franchises.
Products & Services
Ziebart is the world's leading name in automotive services that renew, protect and preserve cars and trucks. For over 50 years, Ziebart has developed its own renowned products and technology to protect vehicles against such damaging elements as dirt, pollution, heat, ultraviolet rays and rust. Today Ziebart is the world's largest installer of automotive accessories, including window tint, sunroofs, alarms, hitches, running boards, bed liners and other components to protect and enhance vehicles. Ziebart also installs sprayed on truck bed liners with quality partners such as Rhino Linings, as well as repairing and replacing any damaged automotive glass on vehicles with our Speedy Auto Glass and vitro Auto Glass partners.
Training & Support for a Ziebart Franchise
Store location, layout, design A location development specialist will help you find a prime location for your Ziebart store. He will review local demographic characteristics, especially those relating to car ownership, and will consult with local real-estate sources to select the best location for your new business. Your specialist also will help you negotiate your lease with the goal of obtaining the best site with the best possible lease terms.
After the site has been approved, a Ziebart franchise development manager will create a basic drawing of the proposed business center, with a layout that maximizes production space while presenting a clean and inviting showroom environment.
Technical Sales & Marketing Training
As your store is being developed, you will be scheduled for an in-depth training program to educate you in every facet of operating your Ziebart business. Your classes will include technical skills, sales, advertising, business management and an in-store experience at one of Ziebart's company-owned locations.
Business Development Plan
Every new business needs a specific plan to guide it through its formative years. Based on our 50 years of business operations, Ziebart has produced a Strategic Business Development Plan, designed to guide the new franchisee from the initial consideration of a business through the first year of operation. The plan documents in chronological order all the details relating to market choice, site selection and setup that go into launching a business successfully.
Grand Opening Support
When you are ready to open your doors to the public, our district sales and advertising staff will help you plan the grand opening of your business center. Ziebart provides grand-opening banners, sample advertisements and direct-mail pieces; and a Ziebart representative will attend your grand opening, as well.
Ongoing Support
You can call on Ziebart for experienced assistance at any time. With a Ziebart franchise, you're in business for yourself but not by yourself. Ziebart's point-of-sale software program helps you run the day-to-day operations of your business while building a vital database of your customers and their purchase history. And whether you need assistance in sales, operations or technical support, Ziebart has staff in place to help you in your efforts.
Why Ziebart International Corporation?
- Entrepreneur Magazine, Top 500 Franchisors List, 15 consecutive years.
- Success Magazine, Gold 100 list, four consecutive years.
- Income Opportunities Magazine Platinum 200 list.
- Crain Communications' Franchise Times Magazine Inaugural Top 200 list.
- Truck Accessory News Retailer of the Year
- VetFran Top 200
Ziebart International Corporation has been an employee-owned company since a 1994 Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) buy-out, which has fostered personal commitment, dedication and long-term devotion to building the business.
Ziebart supports its franchisees with a first-rate organization that provides formal management, sales and technical training. It also provides assistance with marketing, advertising, media, local store promotions, information systems, quality control, strategic business planning, communication support and more.
Total worldwide network sales reached $130 million in 2005.
Are You a Good Fit for Ziebart International Corporation?
You need to evaluate yourself. Starting and managing a business takes motivation, desire and talent. It also takes research and planning.
To increase your chance for success, take the time up front to explore and evaluate your business and personal goals. Then use this information to build a comprehensive and well-thought-out-business plan that will help you reach these goals
As with any new business decision, you need to evaluate yourself and your commitment, along with your financial situation.
Investigate your target market area for competitors to the Ziebart business. Competitors usually don't handle all the products and services we carry, but as with any business, you need to know your competition. Who does a good job? Who has a good reputation? Who sells the products and services, and who takes orders for them? Who does business based strictly on a low price? These are questions you must investigate before making your new business decision
Immediate Franchise Opportunities Available for Qualified Candidates.
To increase your chance for success, take the time up front to explore and evaluate your business and personal goals. Then use this information to build a comprehensive and well-thought-out-business plan that will help you reach these goals
As with any new business decision, you need to evaluate yourself and your commitment, along with your financial situation.
Investigate your target market area for competitors to the Ziebart business. Competitors usually don't handle all the products and services we carry, but as with any business, you need to know your competition. Who does a good job? Who has a good reputation? Who sells the products and services, and who takes orders for them? Who does business based strictly on a low price? These are questions you must investigate before making your new business decision
Immediate Franchise Opportunities Available for Qualified Candidates.
