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Rare Gatwick Airport Car Rental Franchise Opportunity For Sale

Gatwick, West Sussex, UK
Asking Price:
£150,000
Turnover:
On request
Net Profit:
On request

Enquiries are invited from suitably qualified applicants with the financial capacity to launch and scale the business. Investment Level Required: £150,000+

A rare opportunity is now available to secure the Gatwick Airport territory for the rapidly expanding international car rental brand CARWIZ.

Gatwick Airport is one of the UK’s busiest international airports, serving over 40 million passengers annually. As a major hub for both long-haul and European travel, the airport generates significant and consistent demand for vehicle hire from international tourists, business travellers, and UK residents.

This is a prime, high-footfall territory offering the opportunity to establish a scalable car rental operation under a recognised global brand, supported by advanced booking technology and international reservation channels.

About the CARWIZ Network

Founded in 2017, CARWIZ has quickly grown into one of the fastest-expanding car rental franchise networks globally.

The brand currently operates across:

  • 57 countries worldwide
  • 450+ locations globally
  • 28,000+ vehicles across the network

Through global booking platforms and online travel agencies, customers are able to reserve vehicles before arriving at their destination - generating demand for franchise partners from day one.

CARWIZ has now entered the UK market, with London Heathrow Airport already operational, and key territories being released as part of a structured national rollout.

The Gatwick Airport Opportunity

Gatwick is a major international gateway serving London and the South East, making it one of the most commercially attractive locations in the UK vehicle rental market.

With high passenger volumes and strong year-round demand, this territory presents an exceptional opportunity for a well-operated rental business.

As a CARWIZ franchise partner, you will benefit from:

  • Access to global booking platforms and international reservation systems
  • CARWIZ Evolution fleet and operations management software
  • Dynamic pricing technology designed to optimise rental revenue
  • Integration with major online travel agencies including Booking.com, Expedia, Rentalcars
  • Support sourcing and scaling your vehicle fleet
  • Comprehensive onboarding and operational training
  • Ongoing support from the CARWIZ UK franchise team

Franchise partners maintain full control over local pricing, allowing them to respond to demand and maximise profitability.

Investment

The total investment required typically ranges between:

£120,000 – £150,000 for an airport territory.

This includes fleet acquisition access and operational setup, depending on the scale of launch.

City centre territories within the CARWIZ UK network can launch from £35,000, offering additional expansion opportunities.

Ideal Buyer

This opportunity may be particularly suited to:

  • Experienced car rental professionals looking to operate their own location
  • Existing vehicle hire businesses seeking to expand under a global brand
  • Entrepreneurs looking to build a scalable transport or mobility business
  • Investors seeking a high-demand, asset-backed franchise opportunity

No previous car rental experience is required, as full training and support are provided.

Enquire for More Information

CARWIZ UK is currently awarding a limited number of exclusive territories as part of its national expansion.

Opportunities at major London airports are rarely available, and Gatwick represents one of the most in-demand locations in the UK market.

To receive the full franchise information pack and discuss the Gatwick Airport territory, submit an enquiry today.

Property Information

Location:

Located in a strategic off-airport position within close proximity to the airport, enabling efficient vehicle handovers while benefiting from lower operating costs and easy customer access.

Premises Details:

The business will operate from a secure off-airport premises comprising office space and a dedicated vehicle yard, with sufficient capacity for fleet parking, customer handovers, vehicle check-in/check-out and on-site cleaning and preparation.

Business Operation

Management type:
This business is owner operated.
Competition / Market:

Operates in a competitive market alongside established international brands and independent rental operators; however, demand remains strong due to high passenger volumes and the CARWIZ model benefits from global booking channels, competitive pricing, a growing international brand presence and the opportunity to purchase a rarely available territory.

Trading hours:

Airports - 7am - 10pm (most customer traffic)
Downtown - Flexible to meet demand

Employees:
Staffing levels depend on the type and scale of location. For downtown branches, typically up to 4 employees are sufficient to operate efficiently. For airport locations, staffing is larger due to higher volume and operational demands, generally ranging from 7–15 staff, depending on fleet size and opening hours.
Years established:
9

Other Information

Support & training:

Comprehensive support and training provided, including a structured onboarding programme covering operations, systems and launch, access to global booking platforms and proprietary management software, support with fleet sourcing and insurance and ongoing support from an experienced franchise team to assist with day-to-day operations and business growth.

Financing available:

Yes - Funding options available