AUSTRALIA’S BIGGEST INDEPENDENT
4WD ACCESSORIES SPECIALISTS
FRANCHISE INFORMATION
BROCHURE
Whatever you drive and wherever you want to go the
Opposite Lock team of 4WD specialists will offer you
independent and expert advice on everything for your 4WD.
The Australian’s love affair for all things outdoor and camping continues to grow
with record sales on SUV’s, Light Commercial Vehicles and 4WD’S continuing to grow
year on year, and with 57% of vehicle purchasers are looking to equip their vehicle.
An Opposite Lock Franchise store offers you the chance to run your own business in
a growth segment, and the luxury to work in an industry you are passionate about,
with the backing of Australia’s biggest independent 4wd accessories specialists.
THE OPPOSITE LOCK
FRANCHISE EXPERIENCE
As part of the Opposite Lock group you have the
peace of mind of running your own business
while being supported by Bapcor Australasia’s
Leading provider of aftermarket parts, accessories
and services.
At Opposite Lock we have developed our program
over 42 years in the 4WD vehicle accessory market,
to create a unique and superior one-stop shop
customer experience. The program has been
designed to offer each franchise the benefit of an
independent small business ownership supported
by the benefits of a big business network including
access to an established reputation and image,
an exclusive territory, proven product range and
supplier relationships, access to national advertising
and ongoing operational support.
The Opposite Lock Franchise gives you exclusive
access to the Opposite Lock brand in a pre-arranged
Territory, allowing us to direct sales enquiries to
your store. We have an ongoing supplier relationship
with some of the most recognisable brand names in
the 4x4 industry, like ECB, Rhino Rack, Smart Bar,
Outback Accessories, Safari Snorkels, Warn Winches,
and Toughdog Suspension so you can buy direct
from the wholesaler with preferential pricing,
helping to ensure your margins are protected.
As a franchise you’ll also have access to
Opposite Lock’s proprietary branded Steel
Bull Bars, Suspension, Fridges, Recovery
Gear and the full Front Runner storage and
touring range, giving you a range of exclusive
products only available through the Opposite
Lock network.
As part of the Opposite Lock group you will have
the use of the Opposite Lock brand and access to
our National advertising program and support.
We will work with you on developing your store
set up and continue to support you with access
to Opposite Lock’s image library and access to
ongoing marketing campaigns. These include
scheduled national campaigns, brand website
and social media channels, brand ambassador,
shows and events, point of sale, PR, customer
lead generation through websites and
centralised call centre and a grand opening*.
We will also offer you pre-opening and ongoing
support through our operational team. The
business development and customer service team
can help with everything from assistance in finding
an optimal site, initial training, ongoing product
support and advice and introducing you to suppliers
and fellow franchisees. We have a range of forums to
provide advice and moral support including a 1300
customer service and sales number, monthly dealer
newsletter, company intranet, ongoing product
training sessions and national conferences.
Things you need to know #Opposite Lock 2016 Segmentation Research. *Grand Opening at individual franchisee cost
THE OPPOSITE LOCK CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE
Whatever you drive and wherever you want to go,
with over 42 years experience in the 4WD accessories
market Opposite Lock’s team of 4WD specialists can
help you select the right product from our extensive
range, and with our fitting, aftersales and warranty
service you will have total confidence in your choice.
Whether it’s a canopy for your work ute, a suspension
upgrade for extreme off-roading, a tow bar for your
trip around Australia, Opposite Lock can help.
Our friendly and knowledgeable staff love fourwheel-driving and make a point of getting out
there, getting around, putting our products
through their paces so they know what works and
what doesn't and what are the best places to visit,
locally and nationally.
From the moment you walk into our stores,
you’ll get great expert advice on everything for your
vehicle. We will take the time to listen to your plans
and give quality recommendations, that's why you
can trust the people at your local Opposite Lock
store to steer you in the right direction.
We stock a variety of top brands to offer customers
the widest possible range of products, to help you
make the best choice for your specific needs, if you're
after a bullbar we can show you steel, aluminium and
poly bars in a range of fits and finishes. Or if you want
to carry more gear you can choose between a set of
roof bars, racks, pod, boxes or we can show you how
to make the most of your interior space with vehicle
specific drawer systems and drop slides.
As a franchise you’ll also have access to Opposite Lock’s proprietary
branded Steel Bull Bars, Suspension, Fridges, Recovery Gear and the
full Front Runner storage and touring range, giving you a range of
exclusive products only available through the Opposite Lock network.
We also have a range of products from the latest in communication
equipment through to suspension kits and bullbars that we hold in
stock in warehouses around the country.
OPPOSITE LOCK
BULLBARS
The flagship Opposite Lock product is our Australian
designed and engineered steel bullbar range.
Available in Premium and Fleet models, with a range
of loops, non loops and post type with vehicle specific
design and a highly competitive RRP, these bars are
a serious contender in the 4x4 aftermarket. Features
include quick release aerial tabs, hi-lift jacking points,
L D indicators, winch ready cradles, fog light inserts
for immediate installation or future upgrades and
a scratch resistant matte finish.
OPPOSITE LOCK
SUSPENSION
Opposite Lock Suspension is the culmination
ofmany years of development. Our suspension is
Australian designed and engineered by 4WDers to
provide an exceptional off road experience with a
focus on making life on the bitumen more comfortable
by softeningbumps and reducing body roll whilst
cornering and towing.By targeting the stresses placed
on the rear of the vehicle under load and instability at
higher speeds Opposite Lock Suspension helps keep
your vehicle firmly planted on the road.
OPPOSITE LOCK
CANOPIES
With the growth of the dual cab ute market
Opposite Lock has introduced a range of
canopies with 3 different window combinations.
Made from ABS, the canopies are strong and UV
stable with acrylic capping to provide an excellent
smooth surfaced finish. The canopies are then
painted to the vehicles specific colour code.
OPPOSITE LOCK
RECOVERY
EQUIPMENT
You will also have access to the Opposite Lock
range of recovery items, which includes
snatch straps, winch extension straps, hi-lift
jacks, shackles, recovery mounts, compressors,
recovery tracks and a whole range of recovery
kits and accessories.
OPPOSITE LOCK
FRIDGE RANGE
Designed and introduced to complement Opposite
Locks already extensive portable fridge/freezer
range, the Opposite Lock fridge/freezers are the
ideal travelling partner. Designed with an attractive
stainless steel exterior the 40L fridge/freezer can
function as a single door fridge or freezer, whilst the
72L 2 door (32L & 40L) split unit allows customers to
choose which side to operate as fridge and freezer.
With a stainless steel exterior and a genuine
Snomaster 66W refrigeration compressor the units
are with a nationwide 5 Year National Compressor
Warranty and 2 Year National Parts Warranty.
In addition to the fantastic Opposite Lock brand of Opposite Lock gear, your
Opposite Lock franchise gives you access to a great range of vehicle accessories
from an impressive list of suppliers. Over the years we have developed preferred
supplier relationships with some of the most experienced and reputable names in
the Australian after-market industry to ensure you can give your customers a range
of product options that best suit their unique needs.
These include suppliers such as Front Runner and Safari Snorkels that we can supply
direct out of our warehouse locations.
FRONT RUNNER
Renowned for its superior quality, durability and intelligent design, Front Runner products are built tough
for a varying range of conditions and climates. Front Runner has developed the most versatile range of 4x4
accessories, including the renowned Slimline II Roof Racks the World’s most functional roof racks with over 70
accessories available.
Current
Airbag Man - Suspension
Darche - Camping
ECB – Alloy Bullbars
EGR – Canopies
GME – Communications Equipment
Harrop – E Lockers
Hema Maps – Navigation and Mapping
Kingone – Winches
Lightforce – Lighting
MSA – Vehicle Accessories
Outback 4WD Interiors – Vehicle Accessories
NEW
Outback Accessories – Bullbars,
Protection & Vehicle Accessories
Rhino Rack – Touring and Storage
Smartbar – Poly Bullbars
SMM Sammitr – Steel Canopies
Snomaster – Fridges
Tough Dog – Suspension
Ultravision – Lighting
Uniden - Communication
VRS – Winches
Waeco – Fridges
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