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Payless Car Rental

Payless Car Rental Franchise Cost & Facts · Auto & Travel

A Payless Car Rental franchise costs $606K – $1.6M in total initial investment, with an initial franchise fee of $25K – $30K, across 24 locations. See the full Payless Car Rental fees, royalty, and Franchise Disclosure Document below.

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Auto & TravelFounded 2001· 25 yrs24 unitspaylesscar.com
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Total Investment

$606K – $1.6M

Franchise Fee

$25K – $30K

Unit Count

24

Year Founded

2001

Overview

Why Payless Car Rental?

Payless Car Rental is a auto & travel brand with over 25 years of operating history and 24 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.

The Numbers

Investment & Fees

Total initial investment
$606K – $1.6M
Initial franchise fee
$25K – $30K
Royalty fee
Available on request
Ad / marketing fee
Available on request

Regulatory Filings

FDDs on file

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Latest FDD on file: 2025. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.

Who's Operating It

17 franchisees of Payless Car Rental

9 multi-unit operators27 units operated by franchisees
See all 17 Payless Car Rental franchisees

Why every serious buyer requests the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.

  • Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
  • Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
  • Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
  • Item 21: audited financial statements

Frequently Asked

Payless Car Rental franchise FAQ

Is Payless Car Rental a franchise?

Yes. Payless Car Rental is a franchise in the auto & travel category, which means you can own and operate a Payless Car Rental location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The total initial investment to open one ranges from $606K – $1.6M. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

How much does it cost to open a Payless Car Rental franchise?

Total initial investment to open a Payless Car Rental franchise ranges from $606K – $1.6M according to the latest Franchise Disclosure Document. The actual cost depends on territory, build-out, and local market conditions. Request the full FDD on this page for Item 7's full investment breakdown.

What is the Payless Car Rental franchise fee?

The Payless Car Rental initial franchise fee is $25K – $30K, paid to the franchisor at signing. This is separate from total investment and does not include build-out, equipment, or working capital.

How many Payless Car Rental franchise locations are there?

Payless Car Rental operates 24 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.

When was Payless Car Rental founded?

Payless Car Rental was founded in 2001, giving the brand 25 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.

Is a Payless Car Rental franchise profitable?

Payless Car Rental unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Payless Car Rental FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Payless Car Rental franchise opportunity?

Submit a request through this page to receive the Payless Car Rental Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.

Where can I get the Payless Car Rental FDD?

The current Payless Car Rental FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.

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