CARtime Service and Repair Centres – Multiple Franchise Opportunities Across the Western Cape.
Own your own automotive service and repair business, backed by 60 branches nationwide and 27 years of industry experience.
CARtime is expanding its national franchise network, with multiple new franchise opportunities available throughout the Western Cape.
As one of South Africa's established independent automotive aftermarket service and repair franchise groups, CARtime offers entrepreneurs and investors the opportunity to own and operate their own professionally equipped service and repair centre.
Our comprehensive turnkey franchise model combines established operational systems, national supplier relationships, professional training, digital marketing infrastructure and ongoing franchise support, providing franchisees with the foundation to establish and grow their own automotive business.
Multiple Franchise Opportunities Across the Western Cape
CARtime is actively expanding throughout the Western Cape, with franchise opportunities in selected commercial and residential areas.
Locations under consideration include:
Cape Town and surrounding suburbs: Selected areas including Maitland and Parklands.
Cape Winelands: Wellington and surrounding areas.
Overberg: Hermanus and surrounding areas.
Garden Route: George, Mossel Bay and surrounding towns.
West Coast: Selected commercial and residential growth areas.
Additional opportunities are available throughout the Western Cape, subject to territory availability, site feasibility and franchise approval.
Our franchise development team assists prospective franchisees with identifying suitable premises, assessing local market opportunities and establishing their new business.
Why Invest in a CARtime Franchise?
With 60 branches nationwide and 27 years of industry experience, CARtime has developed an established automotive service and repair franchise model supported by national infrastructure and proven operating systems.
As a CARtime franchisee, you benefit from:
An established and recognised national automotive brand
Comprehensive initial and ongoing franchise training
National supplier relationships and group buying power
Proprietary workshop management and financial software
National digital marketing and customer acquisition campaigns
Online booking and customer engagement systems
Structured operational guidance and ongoing franchise support
Standardised workshop procedures and quality controls
National branding and marketing initiatives
Established industry relationships and professional support networks
Rather than starting an independent workshop from scratch, franchisees benefit from the systems, experience and support of an established national automotive organisation.
A Complete Turnkey Franchise Investment
CARtime offers a comprehensive turnkey franchise package designed to take investors from the initial location assessment through to the establishment of a fully equipped and operational service and repair centre.
Franchise Investment: R1,195,000 including VAT
The franchise investment includes the initial franchise fee of R172,500 including VAT.
Additional Recommended Working Capital: R450,000
Total Recommended Investment: R1,645,000
What's Included in Your Turnkey Investment?
The CARtime franchise package includes:
- Franchise location identification and feasibility assessment
- Lease negotiation assistance
- Project management fee
- Internal building construction and workshop preparation
- All operational workshop equipment
- Professional shopfitting
- Fully automated workshop management system and financial software
- External and internal signage
- Staff recruitment and comprehensive training
- CARtime coordinates the establishment process, providing the expertise, infrastructure and guidance required to prepare the business for opening.
The additional working capital is intended to support the franchise during its initial operating period.
A Business Built Around an Essential Automotive Service
Vehicle servicing, maintenance and repairs are ongoing requirements for South African motorists.
CARtime operates in the independent automotive aftermarket, servicing and repairing a broad range of vehicle makes and models.
Our business model focuses on professional workshop management, consistent customer service, repeat business and long-term customer relationships.
Supported by national marketing campaigns, online booking facilities and established customer management systems, franchisees have access to the tools and infrastructure needed to develop their businesses within their respective territories.
Industry Accreditation and Professional Memberships
CARtime maintains relationships and affiliations with recognised organisations within South Africa's automotive and franchising industries, including:
FASA – Franchise Association of Southern Africa
MIWA – Motor Industry Workshop Association
RMI – Retail Motor Industry Organisation
Right to Repair South Africa
MIOSA – Motor Industry Ombudsman of South Africa
These relationships reflect CARtime's commitment to professional standards, responsible franchising and quality automotive service delivery.
Who Should Consider a CARtime Franchise?
CARtime franchise opportunities are suitable for entrepreneurs, business owners, investors and professionals looking to establish their own business within the automotive industry.
You do not need to be a qualified motor mechanic to own a CARtime franchise.
Our structured training programmes equip franchisees with the knowledge required to understand workshop management, customer service, financial controls, operational procedures and business performance.
A commitment to sound business management, customer service and active involvement in the business is essential.
Join CARtime's Growing National Franchise Network
With 27 years of industry experience and 60 branches across South Africa, CARtime continues to expand its presence in the automotive aftermarket.
Whether you are considering a franchise in Cape Town, the Cape Winelands, the Overberg, the West Coast or the Garden Route, our franchise development team can assist you in exploring suitable opportunities.
Multiple Western Cape franchise territories are available, subject to approval and site feasibility.
Take the next step towards owning your own CARtime Service and Repair Centre.
Contact CARtime today to discuss available locations, investment requirements and the process of becoming part of our national franchise network.
