just what does it take to get licensed ??? 78 comments
In the state of California it takes:
A DMV class prior to a DMV examination.
Gotplates.com offers both private and scheduled classes in 25 locations.
Once you pass the test you will need to build your application, bond and photos.
Then you will return to the DMV inspector, and submit all of your documentation.
Hopefully you will qualify for a temporary license.
The last step is final inspection. Final inspection happens within 90-120 days following the submission of your completed documents. The DMV inspector will contact you, and make an appointment for your final inspection.
For questions call Tina @ 1-800-901-5950, or email Tina @ tristartina@gmail.com
Thanks
Charlotte
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Hi,
Where are the best places to obtain zoning for retail auto sales?
Thanks,
G -
hello paul
here is the answer to your inquiry
the dealer bond is based on your credit
or the collective credit of you and your partners
the bond underwriter will examine:
credit scores
history of late payments
history of no payment
history of disputed payments
the bond company has to decide what price to charge
based on the amount of the promise
in this case $ 10k or $ 50k
a $ 10k bond premium begins at $ 200. per year
a $ 50k bond premium begins at $ 650. per year
sometimes a bond company will ask for a co-signer or a cash deposit
in addition to an annual premium
we suggest credit repair for those with deficient credit scores
we forward all bond inquiries to unipoint insurance
714-677-0843
ask for sony, thy or angie
good luck
thx
charlotte
800-901-5950
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hello G
zoning approval for a retail location can sometimes be the most difficult step
in the entire licensing process to become a car dealer
each new dealership must obtain zoning approval
from the local planning authority
and have a completed dmv OL902 form in their application
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/forms/ol/ol902.pdf
this is often influenced by local politics
licensed dealers in the same locale
and the policy direction decisions in place
wholesale only licenses are given much more frequently
than retail licenses
remember the local agency set the local rules
at or above the minimum dmv statewide standard
some agencies are impossible
some are very easy
some require a conditional use permit ( up to $ 10k or more per year )
some require landscaping additions ( up to $ 8k of plants, in the ground )
some require additional display area ( up to 20 spaces )
some require handicapped access modifications
we suggest you contact the agency of the area you wish to
obtain your retail license in
and obtain the local rules for a retail dealership
then check out the existing retail locations to look for
space which is more likely to be approved
if you can find a location with past history of license
that is helpful
if you can find a location is the proper zone and
share space with an existing business
that is helpful
remember, a retail dealer MAY share space with another business
as long as it is separate and distinct from that business
but two dealerships cannot share the same space
some local agencies are known as dealer friendly
and have many small retail dealerships
sony at unipoint insurance can sometimes be helpful
in locating spaces which qualify for a retail license
714-677-0843
stephanie, a dmv attorney has experience with zoning issues
831-684-1077
good luck
hope that helps address the question
charlotte
800-901-5950
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jan asks
do you have to have an office to sell cars ???
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hello jan
all types of license need an office
and if you are a retail dealer, you must also have parking within your control ( display area )
to legally sell cars to the public
look for answers to more questions on our blog
or give tina a call
800-901-5950
good luck
thx
J
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we are often asked…
how many cars can we sell before we need a dealers license ???
thx
C
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hello gotplates
im interested in getting my wholesale dealers license
how do i insure my inventory??
thx
pete
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hello gotplates
im interested in getting a dealer license
to hold several collector cars in inventory
am i allowed to use the dealer plate??
i do not drive them often, but i sure want to be legal
is this possible??
thx
brian
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hello gotplates
my family originates from south america
and i would like to get a wholesale license to export vehicles
to my country
is it necessary to have a dealer’s license ??
please explain what i need
thx
glenn
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hello gotplates
my friend is a dealer
and he was stopped by the police
for using his dealer plate after hours
the police officer told him this was illegal
but did not cite him
is the police office correct??
please let me know
so i can tell my friend
thanks
willis
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hello gotplates
my husband has been a wholesale dealer for years
our neighbor wants one of our bmw’s in dealer inventory
i know we cannot sell it to him directly
is there any way to make a retail sale
with a wholesale license??
please help us if you know
thank you
sandy
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check out the pretty license plate
from alaska even
http://www.akplates.org/misc/gotplates.jpg
charlotte
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Hello Joseph,
Thanks for the class and all the help information,you gave me yesterday in Fairfield.
Durrimg part of are conversation you mention being an Car Appraisaer,and went on to say if I wanted to see what an car appraisal looked like,I could send you my e-mail
So here is my e-mail marcappraisals@comcast.net
The way the housing market is lately,learning how to appraiser car might be a good thing!! Take care and again Thanhs for the class yesterday it was great!! -
hello patrick
the essence of the class is to teach you the process
unwind your car dealer license idea
and apply the rules to your idea
in order to make informed decisions
we have two websites with all the information
and
http://www.howtobecomeacardealer.com
we also answer loads of questions
on our car dealer blog:
if you leave a number
tina can give you a quick explanation
basically
class and test
application and bond
photos and site inspection
license then renews annually in two year cycles
class schedule attached
good luck
thx
C
800-901-5950
patrick wrote:
what are the steps needed to get a dealers license from california from start to finish? what are the requirements and how long is the license good for?
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Hello,
I heard that autobrokers can broker deals for retail customers by facilitating purchases of automobiles directly from dealer-only auctions such as ADESA, MANHEIM, and so on. Could you explain how this differs from buying new cars ?
Since the process of getting a retail license is time consuming and expensive, I am considering autobroker license with an office space.
Thank you for your kind attention,
Dan
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hello dan
autobrokers do not sell cars
autobrokers link up customers with existing retail dealers
autobrokers do not have auction access
autobrokers do not have dealer plates or dealer insurance
we suggest you take our class and learn how to
make use of a wholesale license with an autobroker endorsement
might be more what you are looking for
classes available at http://www.gotplates.com
or just give tina a call at 800-901-5950
thx
charlotte
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hello,
i live in northern california
Im trying to get retail auto dealer license…I know DMV requires an office with 2 parking . since it takes 90-120 days for final inspection, how can I just pay the lease of the office while getting a final inspection? How many dealer plates DMV offer?
What is exctaly bond is for? Please let me know thx… -
hello ryan
we answer all of these questions and more in our car dealer class
we have 25 locations for you to choose from
the california dmv requires this in person class to get licensed
office is required for all types of license
parking is determined by the local planning
through signoff of the DMV OL 902 form
the local authority sets the number of spaces needed
dmv minimum is one space, local zoning authorities can require up to 20 ( fresno )
dmv allows for a temporary license prior to final inspection
photos must be presented with dealer application to obtain a temporary
issuance of a dmv temporary license is at the sole discretion of the dmv inspector
you may have as many dealer plates as you are willing to insure
dealer insurance is mandatory for the use of dealer plates
the bond is a promise that you will honor your dealer obligations
to the dmv, the board of equalization and the court system
retail bond is currently $ 50, 000 ( about $ 800/year with good credit )
there is proposed legislation raising the dealer bond to a whopping $ 250k
our class signup is at :
for those offering financing, check out the red flag rules
certificates required by may 1, 2009
$ 500. flat fee, special price, all inclusive
good luck ryan
hope this helps
thx
charlotte
800-901-5950 -
Hi!
I am thinking of getting a dealer license. Other than auctions, is there another way to get cars cheap enough to be able to resell them to dealers or at auctions?
Thanks!
Sandy
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hello sandy
the secret to the car business is acquisition
if you buy the car at the right price
you will ALWAYS make money
wholesale or retail
it is always about the price
we find that many dealers optimize their profits by networking
lien sales, private party purchases, local franchise dealers, smog shops, rental car agencies, local government fleets
the sources you develop need to be your family secret
come to our car dealer school and get licensed
prices for the class start at $ 100.
classes in 25 cities thruout california
good luck
thx
charlotte
800-901-5950
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the current trend in the used car business
is car repair shops obtaining a wholesale dealer license
at their current location
with a 10k dealer surety bond
this enables acquisition of broken and disabled customer cars
and using their expertise and efficiency of operations
to supply local buy here pay here retail car dealers
with a ready supply of local vehicles for sale to local buyers
we can help you with the process
we make it simple for you
classes throughout california
prices begin as low as $ 100.
good luck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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hello sandy
many wholesalers are teaming with repair facilities
to obtain broken and disabled vehicles
and prepare them for retail sale
remember, a wholesaler can begin with a low 10k bond
even out of their current location
( with local zoning approval )
good luck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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hello paul
we see two obstacles for most folks trying to get licensed
a car dealer license requires local zoning approval and a bond
local zoning approval is done with the dmv form called an OL 902
bond agent will sell you a bond based on your credit
$ 300. per year with good credit for a 10k bond
$ 800. per year with good credit for a 50K bond
sony @ unipoint is the bond master, 714-677-0843
good luck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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hello paul
bond prices have gone up
and it takes good credit to qualify for a bond
the freeze in credit has had a profound impact on bond prices
call sony @ unipoint for assistance
714-677-0843good luck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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hello jan
all dealers must have an office
wholesale dealers are not required to have signs or parking
most local agencies allow home based wholesale dealers
we can answer all of your questions
in our dmv certified dealer class
prices start as low as $ 100.
we teach in 25 cities within california
good luck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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the new law against unlicensed dealers
makes this especially relevant
as of jan 1, 2009 law enforcement may seize vehicles
being offered for sale by unlicensed dealers
a private party may sell up to 5 vehicles per year
as long as
there is no profit intention
and the vehicle is taxed, registered and insured
in the name of the seller
cars held in open title status
that have not been taxed, registered or insured
are likely candidates for seizure by local law enforcement
under these new anti-curbstoning laws
buyers show take note of little protection in the law
when buying from unlicensed dealers
we offer the class in california to become a licensed dealer
good luck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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hello brian
with the recent increase in sales taxes and dmv registration fees
we are seeing a spike in the number of students
taking dmv dealer classes
remember with a wholesale license
you maintain one inventory
you pay no sales tax
you pay no dmv registration fees
you have auction access
you maintain and display car dealer license plates
you maintain and use one comprehensive insurance policy
car collectors LOVE our dmv certified car dealer class
we teach in 25 california cities
come and see if this is the ticket for you
we make it simple for you to get licensed
prices start as low as $ 100. for our dmv car dealer class
good luck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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wholesale licenses out of the home
present unique challenges for zoning and dmv approval
a home based wholesale only car dealer license can be approved
with a 10k surety bond
and with a sales restriction of 24 cars per year or less
the key is to get local zoning approval
on the dmv ol902 form
tip to the wise:
announce to zoning no signs and no vehicle storage
the dmv requires direct access to the home office
without having to cross through or into the actual living space
this can be done
with an office in the garage
the use of a side entrance
or an outbuilding
for the home based wholesale only car dealer license
good luck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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we suggest sony of unipoint insurance
714-677-0843 for dealer surety bond quotessony and his staff have been selling car dealer bonds for almost 20 years
we make it simple for you
dmv certified car dealer educationgood luck
thx
charlotte -
Hi, we are a new in the industry and looking for any information on insurance for our cars. We want to make sure that we are insured for test drives etc but are having trouble finding an insurance. Any suggestions? Advice? Thank you.
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hello adam
our best advice for obtaining car dealer insurance is
to call our car dealer insurance agentjonathan and his family have been selling car dealer insurance
for over 50 years in long beach @ 562-436-4359car dealer insurance is a comprehensive coverage usually beginning at $ 3k per year
good luck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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Your site has been a great inspiration and the knowledge gained has gotten me past the obstacle blocking my way.
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Some very interesting points have been made here, it is refreshing to see that your site gets quality visitors.
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I am having a bit of an issue with one of the questions I have regarding a wholesale dealer location. I will be using the wholesale license for myself, with not too many sales attached (less than 25 a year). I am hesitant to go out and lease a place, since I will not be using it that often. Fortunately, I own a restaurant in the chatsworth, ca area (pizza joint). Would I be able to use my office in the restaurant as my dealer office? Would I be able to get a business license, board of equalization permit, and all other documents required for this to happen at the same address at the pizza place? I would be able to post all necessary documents on the walls, obtain a locked cabinet, and have my own telephone line. Isn’t that all the DMV wants?
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Also, with a wholesale dealer license, can I work out of my house?
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hello brian
you have it down pretty well
but wholesale dealers CANNOT sell to the public
the major obstacles for most of our car dealer students
is zoning approval and obtaining a bond
the city of chatsworth would have to sign a dmv form
called the OL 902
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/forms/ol/ol902.pdf
and sony can help you with a bond, 714-677-0843
invest $ 100. in your future
( our dmv certified & required dealer class )and we will make it simple for you
good luck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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once again brian
yes, wholesale licenses can be home based
depending on local zoning
we teach the best car dealer class in california
we teach in 25 cities
we make it simple for you
good luck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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one of the best way to hold a car dealer license
is a home based part time wholesale only dealership
with a restricted surety bond of 10,000 ( about $ 300. per year )
this home based wholesale only part time car dealer license
allows:
auction access
sales tax exemption
dmv fees exemption
and a dealer education exemption at renewal
we make it simple for you
classes in 25 california cities
call today
charlotte
800-901-5950
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hello adam
we can also tell you who not to go to
if your quote is from claire or george piper
keep searching for car dealer insurance
george piper should retire
he cannot be trusted to tell the truth
good luck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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here is the dmv zoning form for property use verification:
OL902
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/forms/ol/ol902.htm
and here is a current list of the california dmv OL inspectors:
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just to make it a little easier for you from:
the current dmv OL inspector list from the california dmv database:
Bakersfield
* Address:
7000 Schirra Court, 93313
* Open Tuesday from 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. and 1:00 P.M. – 2:30 P.M.
* Please call the Fresno Telephone number to schedule an appointment:
(559) 445-5304
* Bakersfield Office Information e.g., Information regarding “Current and Near –by Office Wait times is ONLY for DMV Field Offices and does not reflect office hours or wait times for Occupational Licensing OfficesChico
* Address:
500 Cohasset Road, Suite 31, 95926
* Please phone for an appointment:
(530) 892-0701
* Chico Office Information e.g., Information regarding “Current and Near –by Office Wait times is ONLY for DMV Field Offices and does not reflect office hours or wait times for Occupational Licensing OfficesCity of Commerce
* Address:
5801 E. Slauson Avenue, Suite 250, 90040
* Please phone for an appointment:
(323) 887-3200 or
(323) 838-2711Compton
* Address:
2111 South Santa Fe Avenue, 90221-5310
* Please phone for an appointment:
(310) 898-1340
* Compton Office Information e.g., Information regarding “Current and Near –by Office Wait times is ONLY for DMV Field Offices and does not reflect office hours or wait times for Occupational Licensing OfficesEl Cerrito
* Address:
6400 Manila Avenue, 94530
* Please phone for an appointment:
(510) 231-7818
* El Cerrito Office Information e.g., Information regarding “Current and Near –by Office Wait times is ONLY for DMV Field Offices and does not reflect office hours or wait times for Occupational Licensing OfficesFresno
* Address:
2510 S East Avenue Suite 100A, 93706
* Please phone for an appointment
(559) 445-5304Hayward
* Address:
150 Jackson Street, 94544-1946
* Please phone for an appointment:
(510) 728-1349 or
(510) 728-2174
* Hayward Office Information e.g., Information regarding “Current and Near –by Office Wait times is ONLY for DMV Field Offices and does not reflect office hours or wait times for Occupational Licensing OfficesInglewood
* Address:
621 N. La Brea Avenue, 90302-3006
* Please phone for an appointment:
(310) 412-8905
* Inglewood Office Information e.g., Information regarding “Current and Near –by Office Wait times is ONLY for DMV Field Offices and does not reflect office hours or wait times for Occupational Licensing OfficesIrvine
* Address:
16795 Von Karman Suite 130, 92606-4953
* Please phone for an appointment:
(949) 756-7816Los Angeles
* Address:
3615 South Hope Street, 90007-4370
* Please phone for an appointment:
(213) 744-7563
* Los Angeles Office Information e.g., Information regarding “Current and Near –by Office Wait times is ONLY for DMV Field Offices and does not reflect office hours or wait times for Occupational Licensing OfficesNorco
* Address:
3201 Horseless Carriage Drive, 92860
* Please phone for an appointment:
(951) 737-3298
* Norco Office Information e.g., Information regarding “Current and Near –by Office Wait times is ONLY for DMV Field Offices and does not reflect office hours or wait times for Occupational Licensing OfficesNovato
* Address:
936 7th Street, 94947-3000
* Please phone for an appointment:
(415) 898-2521
* Novato Office Information e.g., Information regarding “Current and Near –by Office Wait times is ONLY for DMV Field Offices and does not reflect office hours or wait times for Occupational Licensing OfficesPalm Springs
* Address:
950 N. Farrell Drive, 92262
* Please phone for an appointment:
(760) 327-3258
* Palm Springs Office Information e.g., Information regarding “Current and Near –by Office Wait times is ONLY for DMV Field Offices and does not reflect office hours or wait times for Occupational Licensing OfficesPomona
* Address:
1600 South Garey Avenue, 91766-5223
* Please phone for an appointment:
(909) 623-5255 or
(909) 623-8355
* Pomona Office Information e.g.,Information regarding “Current and Near –by Office Wait times is ONLY for DMV Field Offices and does not reflect office hours or wait times for Occupational Licensing OfficesSacramento
* Address:
7226 Florin Mall Drive, 95823
* Please phone for an appointment:
(916) 262-2563San Bernardino
* Address:
1845 Business Center Drive # 212, 92408
* Please phone for an appointment:
(909) 383-6489 or
(909) 383-7432San Diego
* Address:
9174 Sky Park Court #210, 92123
* Please phone for an appointment:
(858) 495-3676San Francisco
* Address:
1377 Fell Street, 94117-2224
* Please phone for an appointment:
(415) 431-6304 or
(415) 431-6279
* San Francisco Office Information e.g., Information regarding “Current and Near –by Office Wait times is ONLY for DMV Field Offices and does not reflect office hours or wait times for Occupational Licensing OfficesSan Jose
* Address:
90 Great Oaks Suite 104, 95119-134
* Please phone for an appointment:
(408) 229-7113 or
(408) 229-7114Santa Maria
* Address:
523 S McClelland Street, 93454
* Please phone for an appointment:
(805) 346-2192
* Santa Maria Office Information e.g., Information regarding “Current and Near –by Office Wait times is ONLY for DMV Field Offices and does not reflect office hours or wait times for Occupational Licensing OfficesTurlock
* Address:
825 East Monte Vista Avenue, 95382-0444
* Please phone for an appointment:
(209) 634-2003
* Turlock Office Information e.g., Information regarding “Current and Near –by Office Wait times is ONLY for DMV Field Offices and does not reflect office hours or wait times for Occupational Licensing OfficesVan Nuys
* Address:
6150 Van Nuys Blvd, Suite 205, 91401
* Please phone for an appointment:
(818) 376-4201 or
(818) 901-5715If you have an emergency situation, a difficult question or problem to resolve and are unable to reach or resolve the issue with an Inspector, please contact a supervisor or manager for the designated office as follows:
Supervising Inspectors and ManagersRegion 1- Northern California
* Sacramento, Turlock, Chico, Fresno and Bakersfield
Sandra Archie
7226 Florin Mall Drive, 95823
Sacramento, CA 95828
(916) 262-2532Region 2- Bay Area and Central Valley
* San Francisco, Hayward, San Jose, Santa Maria,Novato and El Cerrito
Elbert Cook
6400 Manila Avenue
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 231-7429Region 3- Coast, West to Inland Empires
* Pomona, San Bernardino, Norco, Palm Springs, City of Commerce and Compton
Vanessa Fields, Supervising Inspector
8678 Archibald Ave
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
(909) 466-6887Region 4- Greater LA Area
* Los Angeles, Van Nuys and Inglewood
Philippe Cameron, Supervising Inspector
3615 Hope Street
Los Angeles, CA 90007-4370
(213) 744-2128Region 5- Imperial and Orange County
* Orange and San Diego Counties
Pam Green, Supervising Inspector
16795 Von Karman, Suite 130
Irvine, CA 92606-4953
(949) 253-7990good luck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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here is a form to report unlicensed car dealers:
http://www.cncda.org/resources/Unlicensed_Activity_Reporting_Form.pdf
What To Do About Curbstoners
With the bad economic times facing consumers, many are looking at different ways to save money—some of which may not be in their own best interest. When a struggling consumer is faced with the need for a replacement vehicle, he or she may seek out a “private party” seller in the classified sections of the paper or on the side of the road, instead of approaching a new car dealer or reputable used car lot. Unfortunately, many “private party” sellers are actually unlicensed dealers known in some circles as “curbstoners”. These unscrupulous merchants of used vehicles skirt the legal, financial, and ethical obligations that licensed dealers live up to every day. In many cases they sell unsafe, non-inspected vehicles that you would refuse to sell, and that consumers should be protected from buying. Many of these vehicles have been in severe accidents, and some may even be stolen. When a problem arises with the vehicle, the curbstoner is nowhere to be found by the consumer or the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). A senior DMV enforcement officer asked CMCDA for assistance in weeding out these scofflaws, and we hope that you will work with us to find and report unlicensed vehicle sellers. The DMV has provided the following article, which gives pointers on weeding out curbstoners.
Unlicensed Car Dealers. The law requires licensed dealers to meet financial and facility requirements that ensure they have the resources to stand behind the vehicles they sell. They also have to comply with many other requirements that help make sure consumers know what they are buying before signing on the dotted line.
Unlicensed Dealers Cost All of Us Money. Unlicensed car dealers (people who operate as dealers without getting a license) avoid the state’s strict laws and regulations governing the sale of vehicles, and create serious problems for consumers. California State law authorizes the Investigations Division of the DMV to investigate dealers who operate without a license and provide District Attorneys with evidence for prosecution. Unlicensed dealers are identified and reported by various means, including DMV field office referrals, document reviews, reports from licensed dealers, computer tracking systems, law enforcement agencies, local zoning offices, and consumer complaints.
Unlicensed car dealers frequently:
* Don’t have vehicles titled in their name before selling them. This is called “title jumping,” and it makes it easier for the unlicensed dealer to commit fraud without being caught.
* Lie about a vehicle’s condition, commit salvage fraud and/or do not disclose material damage or how it was used.
* Don’t pay sales tax on vehicles they buy.
* Turn back odometers, and lie about vehicle mileage.
* State that they’ve owned the vehicle a long time, when they don’t own it at all, or they bought it just yesterday to unload it on a consumer.
* Provide no vehicle warranty or service after the sale.
* Vanish quickly, so they can’t be found when there are problems later.Unlicensed dealers seldom remit sales tax to the State or declare their earnings thereby avoiding their legal responsibilities. The California Board of Equalization, Franchise Tax Board and the Internal Revenue Service are interested in finding unlicensed dealers because they fail to pay taxes or report income.
Know an Unlicensed Dealer When You See One. Here are some identifying traits that will provide you indicators of unlicensed dealer activity:
* The vehicles are for sale by the roadside, in vacant lots, at shopping centers, or in driveways.
* The same phone number is listed for multiple vehicles in the newspaper or outdoor location.
* They offer more than one vehicle for sale at the same time, either in the paper or at a makeshift car lot.
* The seller wants to meet at a different location other than his or her residence.
* The seller gives only a pager or cell phone number.
* They show a car titled in someone else’s name, and say they are selling for a friend or family member.
* The title is recently issued, or the seller refuses to show the title.
* The vehicle being offered for sale has license plates issued out-of-state, has a temporary operating permit attached or is missing license plates altogether.
* The seller admits he/she is a dealer, however, says it’s a personal vehicle.
* The seller insists on a cash payment.If you suspect unlicensed activity in your vicinity, fill out the Unlicensed Activity Reporting Form available online at http://www.cmcda.org and send it to us via e-mail at DealerInfo@cmcda.org or via facsimile at (916) 441-5612. We will work with the DMV to pursue enforcement action if appropriate.
good luck
certified car dealer education
we make it simple for you
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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Hello Everyone!
This is a great site for newbies to the business. I find that getting licensed is the easy part; the hard part is zoning. Can anyone provide a strategy as to overcoming this obstacle without having to spend 4k a month on a lot. The joke here is that the ny dmv requires a file cabinet, phone and a retail sign, 3 full size parking spots for display. So if you are looking to get your feet wet, this is great until you start researching what it will take to get a business permit from your town. HELP!
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car dealer licensing is ALWAYS an exchange
of privilege for responsibilitywe help car dealers understand their obligations
in order to fully enjoy the privilegewe make it simple for you
certified car dealer education
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I understand the responsibility, I read the DMV requirements from cover to cover. I happen to be a responsible professional with a high work ethic. What does responsibility have to do with strategy?
Thanks
Chuck -
hello chuck
good luck getting your car dealer license
BUT
we do not teach strategy
we teach compliance and dealer education
focusing on the need to accept responsibility
in order to gain the privilege of having a used car dealer licensethe internet offers many ways to make money in the car business
WE DO NOT
make such offerswe teach certified dealer education
to help you become licensed with the california dmv
we sell no products
we only teach dealer educationthx
charlotte
800-901-5950
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Are wholesale dealers allowed to sell in Public auctions?
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hello frank
great question
wholesale only dealers are only allowed to sell to other dealers
wholesale dealers may NEVER sell directly to the public
the public auction must be a licensed retail dealer to
legally operate and sell cars direct to the public
( a retail license includes a wholesale license )
we will answer ALL of your questions
in any one of our pre-licensing dmv dealer classes
dmv requires this dealer education class to
become a car dealer in california
hope that helps
good luck
charlotte
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Thanks Charlottte. I have another question (I have passed the DMV 40 question exam but still have a few lingering questions)
If you have a retail site, does the auto sale paperwork have to take place on the Retail Lot?
Also, can you have a retail lot with “by appointment only” business hours? Or is this something the Zoning decides?
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hello frank
congratulations on passing the dmv dealer education exam
retail sales can ONLY take place at the licensed location
all sales documents are to be signed and completed in your office
zoning restrictions may be placed on you by the city
these restrictions should be outlined on the OL902
the OL902 is the property use verification form
required by the dmv
and issued by the local planning authority
the car buyer bill of rights
enacted in july 2006
requires all retail dealers to post office hours
you may also service your
customers ” by appointment ”
but not by appointment onlybut each retail dealer must post open office hours
for the return option on the
car buyers bill of rights offerthe offer is mandatory for all used vehicle sales
priced under 40k
and mandates a return period of
at least 48 hoursand a minimum mileage allowance
of at least 250 milesyour posted retail business hours
will be used to calculate
when the 48 hours
granted in the car buyer’s option endshope that makes sense
goodluck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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Thanks a lot Charlotte for the detailed answer!! I finally got it.
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Can you please tell me if Wholesale Dealers are allowed to buy from private parties, retail outlets – e.g. Craigslist Ads etc?
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hello frank
wholesale only dealers are restricted in their selling of vehicles
acquisition can take place from any source
wholesale only dealers enjoy sales tax
and registration exemption
while in inventorywholesale only dealers must use a retail dealer
to sell their car to a retail buyerhope that helps
goodluck
charlotte800-901-5950
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i have a question about exporting cars to china, if i have an wholesale license can i export cars now? and when the car gets over sea dose it have to be a dealer have to pick it up or if the car is over sea it dose not matter anymore? cause i am still cant make up my mind should i only get the brokers license or should i get the wholesale and the brokers license, please advice…
Thank you…
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hello joe
sellers with a california wholesale car dealer license
may ship to other exempt businesses
with proper documentation
anywhere in the world
a car dealer license with an auto-broker endorsement
allows the selling dealer to provide the broker
a legal finders fee for delivering a successful sale
to the selling dealer
we offer plenty of information online at our car dealer blog
http://www.autogodfather.com” rel=”nofollow”>
http://www.autogodfather.comand of course
we discuss this in detail during our car dealer license class
hope that helps make it clear for you
good luck
thx
charlotte
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still feel sorry for the
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where do i get the proper documentation? from the DMV or is there a is a web site that i can download from?
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how long does the application take to process?will i be issued a temporary license?how long until i am issued my license?will i be able to do anything to speed upthe process?
im concerned about getting the office leased out and not being able to do anything for a couple months due to the application having to be processed.so any helpful information that would help.
thank uo
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hello mo
the application process to become a car dealer can take up to 180 days
dmv allows a temporary license if you submit a photo set with your application
the gotplates record for obtaining a temporary license
is 10 days following the completion of our car dealer class
hope that helps
good luck
charlotte
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Hello! I’m in Florida,what is recvaerments to get a dellers lisenses, and where I can get started? Thank you.
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I am really interested in taking the dealer class your website offers. However I was convicted of having another persons credit card in my possession 4 years ago (it was never used). Will that hurt my chances of getting my wholesalers license?
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we make it simple for you
you can get a wholesale used car dealer license
you can get a retail used car dealer license
and on either type of license
you can add an autobroker endorsement
and broker new or used cars
part-time??
home-based??
approved for zoning??
approved for the car dealer bond??
come on down to gotplates.com
and WE will get you licensed
autogodfather.com
gotplates.com
ezdealerbond
@autogodfather on the twitter
or you can call me direct at 800-901-5950
good luck
thx
C
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hello jack
dmv will accept a car dealer license application from those with criminal convictions
baring active parole or probation,
as long as you submit certified copies
of your court conviction
occuring within the last 10 yearsyou will get a fair process and hearing if needed
to obtain your car dealer licensesome licensees are granted a temporary license
some licensees are granted a probationary license
some licensees need a hearing for approvalour dmv attorney stephanie can help with that @ 831-684-1077
http://www.civilizedlaw.comgood luck jack
C
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we suggest the florida dmv
good luck
C
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I am really interested in taking the dealer class your website offers. However I was convicted of having another persons credit card in my possession 4 years ago (it was never used). Will that hurt my chances of getting my wholesalers license?
I have not had any convictions since. In these past 4 years I have received my Bachelor’s of Science in Business and currently working my Masters degree.
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hello kevin
you can submit an abbreivated application to the dmv for pre-approval
we suggest you take our class and take the dmv exam to submit such an applicationgotplates.com is our website for car dealer class signup
hope that helps
good luckC
800-901-5950
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Is it possible to use a home as a location for a retail car dealer(not wholesale)?
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Can my $50K retail dealer bond also be used to cover my security deposit sales tax requirements with the CA State Board of Equalization, assuming my security deposit requirement is less then $50K?
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The key to successful dealerships in the future is to keep your overhead as low as possible. To see where the market is going, read Velocity by Dale Pollock.
Your business plan should be based on price and volume. Roll the vehicles in and out with a front end gross that is very, very competitive. Search AutoTrader for the same vehicle and be proud to show your buyers what you based your price on. Dealerships have to cover the costs of buildings, salespeople, technicians & managers.
Stay small, hit lots of singles, stand behind your warranty and blow the big guys away.
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hello dealer internet ups
we could not agree more
we are seeing a surge in the number of car dealer license applicants
both for becoming wholesale & retail car dealersfor a free quote on your dealer bond:
for a free quote on your used car dealer insurance:
for a free dmv renewal continuing education class
good luck
thx
charlotte800-901-5950
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hello jeff
generally for wholesale only dealers and retail dealers with sales of less than 15k per month
no additional bond is required by the board of equalization
but
for retail dealers with sales of more than 15k per month
the board of equalization may require
a secondary bond for the sales taxesgood luck
hope that helps
thx
charlotte
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hello zach
the zoning rules for holding a car dealer license are a local issue
( city & counties determine the rules , NOT the dmv )but
generally most cities & counties allow a wholesale only car dealer license in the home
dmv requires the office to be separate & distinct from the personal living space
most home based wholesale only car dealers
operate with a side door entrance
or through the garage entranceretail car dealers & auto brokers
must post a sign to be dmv legal
and for this reason
most cities & counties
require a commercial location with proper zoninghere is the link to the property use verification form ( ol902 )
required to be presented with a car dealer license applicationgood luck
hope that helps
charlotte
gotplates.com
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hello
im concerned about the cost of the bond
ive had some credit issues in the past
and i want to make sure i can get the bond
for a reasonable price
what do you suggest ?
Paul