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1-800-radiator vs NEXTCAR

Franchise Comparison 2026

Both 1-800-radiator and NEXTCAR are automotive franchises. 1-800-radiator requires an investment of $464K – $1.3M while NEXTCAR requires $315K – $1.6M. 1-800-radiator discloses average revenue of $2.2M; NEXTCAR does not report Item 19 data. 1-800-radiator has SBA lending data on file with a 23.4% charge-off rate. FranchiseVerdict rates 1-800-radiator B (Above average) and NEXTCAR A (Strongest tier).

Investment Range
$464K – $1.3M
$315K – $1.6M
Franchise Fee
$45K
$25K
Royalty Rate
8.0%
Greater of (a) 4% of Gross Revenues per month or (b) minimum monthly royalty of $800 (year 1), $1,600 (year 2), or $2,400 (year 3+)
Average Revenue (Item 19)
$2.2M
N/A
SBA Charge-Off Rate
23.4% (65 loans)
N/A
Total Units
194
29
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
2004
2015
FDD Year
2025
2025