Minnesota's Department of Public Safety provides a Dealer Guide. This 22-page booklet tells you everything you need to know about obtaining a vehicle dealership license.

This Web site, maintained by Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) is a great resource for dealers, and includes a link to the dealer guide.

The typical dealer licensing fee in Minnesota is $258.50, depending on the specific nature of your business.

What the Guide Contains

Within this guide, you'll find information in the following sections:

• General Information

• Temporary Dealer License

• Changes in Business Activity

• Change in Dealer License Conditions

• Dealer License Renewal

• Conducting Business

• Record Keeping Requirements

• Salvage Vehicles

• Permits

• Dealer Held for Resale

• Reporting Sales to Out-of-State Buyers

• Sales Invoices/Purchase Agreements

• Consignment Agreements

• Used Vehicle Warranties and Lemon Laws

• Motor Vehicle Forms

• Sales Tax Exemptions for Dealers

• What is a Used Vehicle?

• Types of Dealer Licenses

• Where to Call for Help

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