Used car dealer license — state-by-state guides

Practical walkthroughs of the application process in each state — fees, surety bond, timeline, and what to expect at each step. Built from public agency records, verified with current sources.

Massachusetts

Available

Class II license issued by your local city/town. Annual renewal on January 1.

Bond: $25,000
Application: Up to $200

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Pennsylvania

Available

Used vehicle dealer license through PennDOT. State-issued, not municipal.

Bond: $30,000
Application: $75 (PennDOT)

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Ohio

Coming soon

Used motor vehicle dealer license through the Ohio BMV. Required pre-licensing course.

Bond: $25,000
Application: $200 (initial)

Texas

Coming soon

Independent Motor Vehicle Dealer (GDN) license through the Texas DMV. Pre-licensing seminar required.

Bond: $25,000
Application: $700 (initial), $200 (renewal)

Florida

Coming soon

Independent dealer (VI) license through the Florida DHSMV. Pre-licensing course required.

Bond: $25,000
Application: $300

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