Own A Part Of The Fastest Growing Engine Installation Team In The US!

Overview

Serving markets throughout the United States (see location listing), AEI is uniquely poised as the only National Engine Installation Company focusing on automotive engine installations. With our acquisition of Fliteline Engine Supply in 2003, AEI now also offers the option of providing quality factory remanufactured longblock engines directly to Franchisees providing them pricing, warranties, and availability not generally available through other suppliers.A thirty mile exclusive territory assures that all installation jobs within your selected metropolitan area are routed to the Franchisee responsible for that county/city. A Franchise fee of $15,000, $25,000 or $37,500 purchases the Franchise license for a 30 mile radius of your selected metropolitan area, eliminating the need to share or compete with other AEI Franchise units. Additional stores within your area can be opened at a reduced Franchise fee of $10,000.

Products & Services

AEI puts quality at the top of our list because your product has to last. An intensive process control system is used to monitor all aspects of the remanufacturing process. Components are inspected after each operation and procedure. Only the highest quality parts and machine work are provided.Engineering At the Fliteline engine remanufacturing plant, extensive research goes into casting numbers, machining processes and tolerances, new part vendor selections and product applications. In addition, operators go through training that focuses on unique product features and processes. Potential problem areas may then be identified and corrected.

Disassembly Each core is disassembled and inspected. Those components not suitable for further processing are scrapped. All small parts are cleaned and critical tolerances are checked. Worn parts are scrapped and replaced. All major components (crankcases, cylinder heads) are baked in gas-fired ovens to carbonize grease and dirt. Other components are chemically cleaned. Components then go through an abrasive blaster that removes all contaminants. Crankcases and cylinder heads are all magnafluxed to check for any cracks not found during visual inspections. Each component then moves to its respective matching area.

The installation of factory remanufactured engines or pre-owned engines into cars, trucks & vans. There is no need for expensive machining equipment or the costly labor associated with operating a machine shop. Engines are ordered as needed, reducing the need for costly overhead/inventory of engines.

Training & Support

The AEI method of operation is simple and effective. Our proven sales and marketing systems along with user-friendly custom software needed for billing and operations, provides you with the controls and tools to successfully manage your new business.

AEI's corporate office, staff and employees are comprised of industry professionals and are readily available to assist with your training and technical support needs.

Your Benefits As An American Engine Installation (AEI) Franchise Are Tremendous:

AEI Industry Leader:Serving over 45 markets from coast to coast, AEI is uniquely poised as the only National Engine Replacement Company focusing solely on automotive engine installations. With our acquisition of Fliteline Engine Supply in 2003, AEI also offers the option of providing quality factory remanufactured longblock engines directly to Franchisees.

Incredible Territory:A thirty mile exclusive territory assures that all installation jobs within your selected metropolitan area are routed to the Franchisee responsible for that county/city. A Franchise fee of $25,000-37,500 purchases the Franchise license for a 30 mile radius of your selected metropolitan area, not just a portion of a city eliminating the need to share or compete with other AEI Franchise units. Additional stores within your area can be opened at a reduced Franchise fee of $10,000.

AEI brings pre-sold customers right to your store.Our professional sales staff will field your incoming sales calls at our national sales office, bringing business in your door without the need for sales staff training or expensive commission to be paid. Our sales force is comprised of a group of knowledgeable, trained industry professionals operating 7 days per week, 10-12 hours per day.

The experience we offer is solid.The AEI method of operation is simple and effective. Our proven sales and marketing systems along with user-friendly custom software needed for billing and operations, provides you with the controls and tools to sucessfully manage your new business.

Thedemandfor remanufactured engine installation is increasing every year as new vehicle prices continue to escalate: the number of consumers opting to keep their older cars on the road is also climbing. It is often less costly to replace an engine that to repair it, giving AEI customers long term value and warranty coverage on their automobiles for years to come.

The products and services offered at AEI are basic:The installation of factory remanufactured engines or pre-owned engines into cars, trucks & vans. There is no need for expensive machining equipment or the costly labor associated with operating a machine shop operation. Engines are ordered as needed, reducing the need for costly overhead.

Thesupportof AEI's corporate office, staff and employees is comprised of industry professionals and is readily available for training and technical support.

INDUSTRY STATISTICS:* According to a recent survey of AERA members for the year 2002

• 3.1 Million auto engines replaced in the U.S. in 2002
• 7-10 Billion in sales for auto engine replacements
• 2.2 - 2.7 Billion in replacement auto engine sales
• Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association (AERA) member survey compiled for the Engine Repower Council.

Minimum Investment Required 100K