Turbo Tint

Turbo Tint

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2025 FDD

Automotive Services · Auto Appearance Services

Investment min
$301K
Total: $301K–$435K
Avg gross revenue
$7M
Unit-level, 2025
Franchise fee
$45K
Per current disclosure
Royalty
7% of Gross Sales or a minimum of $250
Locations
23
Franchising since 1986

Description

What is Turbo Tint?

Turbo Tint represents the next evolution in automotive window tinting and protection services, offering a modern approach to a traditional automotive service. As a relatively young franchise system established in 2020, Turbo Tint has quickly gained recognition for revolutionizing the auto appearance industry with its innovative service model and cutting-edge technology.

What sets Turbo Tint apart is their commitment to efficiency and customer convenience. Their state-of-the-art facilities are designed to deliver premium window tinting services in about an hour, a significant improvement over traditional tinting services that often require extended wait times. This quick-service model doesn't compromise quality, as they utilize advanced computer-cut technology and premium materials to ensure precise, bubble-free installations every time.

The franchise offers a comprehensive range of services beyond just window tinting, including paint protection films, ceramic coating, and other automotive protection solutions. Their service centers are designed with customer comfort in mind, featuring modern waiting areas equipped with amenities like Wi-Fi and refreshments, creating a more pleasant experience for clients.

For franchise owners, Turbo Tint provides a proven business model that combines the growing demand for automotive appearance services with innovative operational systems. The brand's focus on technology integration, efficient processes, and superior customer service positions it well in the competitive automotive services market. With strong corporate support and a commitment to excellence, Turbo Tint offers entrepreneurs an opportunity to tap into the expanding auto appearance services sector while providing valuable services to their local communities.
  • One-hour installation guarantee
  • 34 years operational experience since 1990
  • Lifetime warranty on all tint packages
  • Multiple service offerings: auto tinting
  • paint protection
  • and architectural tinting

Location Analysis

Where Turbo Tint wins

Turbo Tint's geographic strategy intelligently targets Sunbelt states with high UV exposure and year-round tinting demand, concentrated in Texas, Florida, California, Arizona, and Nevada. This climate-driven positioning aligns with both consumer necessity (heat reduction, UV protection) and discretionary customization spending in affluent markets. The focus on metropolitan areas with median household incomes above $60,000 and higher vehicle ownership rates reflects sound demographic alignment for automotive aftermarket services. The dual residential and commercial application strategy requires markets with both homeowner interest in energy efficiency and commercial corridors with office buildings needing professional tinting—a profile that favors suburban growth markets with mixed-use development. Location requirements emphasizing retail or light industrial spaces with roadway visibility and adequate service bay configurations suggest a semi-retail operating model balancing accessibility with production efficiency. Limited centralized review data prevents systematic sentiment analysis, though qualitative feedback highlights quality application and warranty coverage as differentiators, while pricing sensitivity relative to independent operators and consistency concerns across technicians represent competitive vulnerabilities. The emphasis on markets with limited direct window tinting competition indicates territory exclusivity may be part of the model. Prospective franchisees should conduct granular local market analysis validating the presence of target demographics, assessing competitive intensity from both franchise and independent operators, and confirming demand depth for residential and commercial services beyond automotive applications.
Total US locations
13
Franchise units
23
Corporate locations
0
Avg. sq. footage
N/A

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Financial Analysis

The numbers behind Turbo Tint

Avg gross revenue$6,627,212
Investment range$301,010 – $434,900
Investment midpoint$367,955
Brand fundCreative Funds Contributions: 1% of Gross Sales or a minimum of $250 per month
Royalty7% of Gross Sales or a minimum of $250
Franchise fee$45,000
Min. net worth$300,000
Min. liquid capital$60,000
Turbo Tint presents a mature brand established in 1990 with a deliberately controlled footprint of just 13 units despite over three decades in operation. This limited expansion pattern suggests either highly selective franchising, a recently relaunched franchise model, or persistent challenges in scaling beyond core markets. The reported gross revenue of $6.6 million across 13 locations implies approximately $510,000 per unit if evenly distributed—a solid mid-tier performance for an automotive appearance service. The investment range of $301,010 to $434,900 positions Turbo Tint in the moderate capital tier for automotive services, likely reflecting buildout costs for professional service bays, climate-controlled workspaces, specialized equipment, and initial film inventory. The dual-revenue model combining automotive window tinting with residential and commercial applications provides diversification potential, though operational complexity increases with commercial project management and longer sales cycles. Scalability depends heavily on technician skill development and quality consistency—recurring concerns noted in customer feedback. The absence of franchise fee data warrants clarification during discovery, as this affects total capitalization and ongoing royalty structures. With fewer than 15 units after 30+ years, prospective franchisees should conduct rigorous due diligence on unit economics, validation with existing operators, and the franchisor's growth infrastructure before committing capital.
Did you know? Turbo Tint, an automotive and architectural window tinting franchise established in 1990, requires an initial investment between $301,010 and $434,900. Specific franchise fee information was not available in provided data. The brand operates in the auto appearance services subsector with 13 locations concentrated primarily in high-UV Sunbelt markets. This investment covers buildout for climate-controlled service bays, specialized film application equipment, and initial inventory to serve automotive, residential, and commercial tinting segments.

Financing partners

Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees

Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.

FranFund

Lender

CRF USA

Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.

Lender

First Bank of the Lake

Lender

Pension Pros

Lender

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$301K–$435K
Most common
$301,010
Minimum
$367,955
Midpoint
$434,900
Maximum

Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $301,010 to $434,900. The midpoint $367,955 is what most franchisees report at signing — financing typically reduces cash-at-close by 80–90%. Knowing the investment range helps you plan confidently and ensure you're fully prepared to make the leap.

FDD Item 19

Average gross sales

$2M$1M$900K$600K$300KN/A
$999K
$853K
2021
2022
2023
Avg
$617K
YOY change (2022 -> 2023)
-15%

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, Turbo Tint has an average gross revenue of $853K. (Note: This information is based on the latest FDD in our records. Please review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and confirm this information directly with the brand. We make no claims of accuracy for the information presented.)

Growth over time

Franchise footprint

+8% YoY
3024181260
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
13 units open as of 2025 FDD+1 in last 12 mo

2025 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for Turbo Tint's 2025 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.

Estimated initial investment
FDD Item 7 · PDF
Financial performance representations
FDD Item 19 · PDF
Members-only items
Executive team
FDD Item 2 · PDF
Litigation
FDD Item 3 · PDF
Bankruptcy
FDD Item 4 · PDF
Franchisor assistance
FDD Item 11 · PDF
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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a Turbo Tint franchise typically ranges between $301,010.00 and $434,900.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.

Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2025. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.

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