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Motor Vehicle Dealer Surety Bonds

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Motor Vehicle Dealers, also known as Auto Dealers or Car Dealers, are required in most states to have a license and a surety bond to operate a dealership. Each state has different licensing and surety bond amount requirements.

Motor Vehicle Dealers may be new or franchise dealers, used dealers, wholesale auction dealers, new and used motorcycle dealers, new and used recreational vehicle dealers, boat dealers, trailer dealers (generally over a minimum weight), ATV dealers, snowmobile dealers, and more.

Apply Online for Your Motor Vehicle Dealer Surety Bond:

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Alabama Bond of Motor Vehicle Dealer and Designated Agent- New Dealer $25,000 and Used Dealer $10,000, Temporary License Plate/Registration for Trailer Transportation $25,000	Apply Now
Alaska Motor Vehicle Dealer’s/Buyer’s Agent Surety Bond- Dealer $50,000 and Motorcycle Dealer $25,000	Apply Now
Arizona Vehicle Dealer Bond- New and Used Motor Vehicle Dealer and Auction Dealer $100,000, Wholesale Auction and Dealer $25,000	Apply Now
Arkansas Used Motor Vehicle Dealer, Wholesaler, or Auto Auction Surety Bond- New Dealer $50,000, Used Dealer, Wholesaler and Auction $25,000	Apply Now
California Dealer Surety Bond- Dealer $50,000, Motorcycle or ATV Dealer, Wholesale $10,000	Apply Now
Colorado Bond of Motor Vehicle Dealer, Powersports Vehicle Dealer, Used Motor Vehicle Dealer, Used Powersports Vehicle Dealer, Wholesaler, or Wholesale Motor Vehicle Auction-Dealer- Dealer or Wholesaler $50,000, Small Trailer Dealer (weight less than 2000 lbs) $5,000	Apply Now
Connecticut Surety Bond Motor Vehicle- New and Used Dealer $50,000, Repairers License $5,000, Leasing or Rental Company $10,000	Apply Now
District Of Columbia Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond- Dealer $25,000	Apply Now
Florida Surety Bond Motor Vehicle Dealer- Motor Vehicle Dealer $25,000, Mobile Home Dealer $25,000 (four or more locations $50,000), and RV Dealers $10,000 (four or more locations $20,000)	Apply Now
Georgia Used Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond- Used Motor Vehicle Dealer $35,000	Apply Now
Hawaii Motor Vehicle Dealer License Bond- New Dealer $200,000 (10+ vehicles sold per year), Used Dealer $100,000 (60+ sold per year), New Dealer $50,000 (Less than 10 per year), Used Dealer $25,000 (Less than 60 per year), Used Motorcycle or Scooter Dealer $10,000 (over 49cc's)	Apply Now
Idaho Vehicle or Vessel Dealer Bond- Retail Dealer $20,000, Wholesale Dealer $40,000, Motorcycle, ATV, UTV or Snowmobile Dealer $10,000	Apply Now
Illinois Designated Agent Bond- Designated Agent (Dealer) $50,000, Remittance Agent minimum of $20,000	Apply Now
Indiana Vehicle Merchandising Certificate/Bond- Dealer $25,000	Apply Now
Iowa Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond- New and Used Motor Vehicle Dealer $75,000	Apply Now
Kansas Vehicle Dealer Bond- New, Used, Salvage, Wholesale Dealer or Auction $30,000	Apply Now
Kentucky Motor Vehicle Dealer’s License Bond- Dealer $100,000 or less, Auction Dealer bond amount can be more than $100,000	Apply Now
Louisiana Used Motor Vehicle Bond- Used Motor Vehicle or Auction Dealer $20,000 (119 or less vehicles sold per year), Used or Auction Dealer $35,000 (more than 120 vehicles sold per year)	Apply Now
Maine Surety Bond For Motor Vehicle Dealer- Dealer $5,000 (Up to 50 vehicles sold per year), Dealer $10,000 (51-100 vehicles), Dealer $15,000 (101-150 vehicles), Dealer $20,000 (151-200 vehicles), $25,000 (200 + vehicles)	Apply Now
Maryland Surety Bond of Vehicle or Trailer Dealer- New and Used Motor Vehicle, Wholesale, Motorcycle, Emergency Vehicle, Trailer Dealer and Manufacturer or Distributor bond amounts vary and are based on the number of vehicles sold	Apply Now
Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond- Dealer $25,000	Apply Now
Michigan Uniform Vehicle Dealer Surety Bond- Class A, B, D Dealer $10,000	Apply Now
Minnesota Motor Vehicle Dealer License Surety Bond- New, Used, Lessor, Wholesaler, Broker Auctioneer, Dealer and Salvage Pool or Limited Use $50,000, DSB $5,000	Apply Now
Mississippi Bond of Designated Agent- Designated Agent Dealer $15,000	Apply Now
Missouri Dealer, Auction, or Manufacturer License Bond- Dealer $25,000	Apply Now
Montana Bond of Motor Vehicle Dealer, Special Equipment Dealer, Crusher or Body Shop- New and Used Motor Vehicle Dealer $50,000, Motorcycle Dealer $15,000, Snowmobile, ATV, Boat Dealer $5,000	Apply Now
Nebraska Bond of Motor Vehicle, Trailer, Wholesale, or Motorcycle Dealer- New and Used Motor Vehicle, Trailer, Wholesale, or Motorcycle Dealer $50,000	Apply Now
Nevada Vehicle Industry Business License Bond- Dealer, Distributor, Lessor, Manufacturer, Rebuilder $10,000 Utility or Boat Trailer (under 3500 lbs), Motorcycle, Horse Trailers (without living quarters) or Utility Trailer $50,000, All Other Vehicle Types $100,000	Apply Now
New Hampshire Dealer’s Bond- Retail Vehicle, Auto Recycling, Auto Wholesale, Motorcycle, Repair, Utility Dealer $25,000	Apply Now
New Jersey Dealer License Surety Bond- New and Used Car Dealerships $10,000	Apply Now
New Mexico Vehicle Dealer or Auto Recycler Bond- Vehicle Dealer $50,000, Motorcycle Dealer $12,500	Apply Now
New York Dealer Bond- Used Motor Vehicle Dealer $10,000 (Up to 200 vehicles sold per year), Used Motor Vehicle Dealer $25,000 (over 200 vehicles), Franchise Dealer $50,000	Apply Now
North Carolina Motor Vehicle Dealer Surety Bond- Motor Vehicle Dealer or Wholesaler $50,000, Additional Locations $25,000	Apply Now
North Dakota Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond- New and Used Motor Vehicle Dealer $25,000, Trailer or Motor Powered Recreational Vehicle Dealer $10,000	Apply Now
Oklahoma Used Motor Vehicle Dealer’s Surety Bond- Used Motor Vehicle Dealer, Wholesale, Vehicle Crusher $25,000, Auction Dealer $50,000, Rebuilder $15,000, Salesperson $1,000	Apply Now
Oregon Vehicle Dealer Surety Bond- New and Used Motor Vehicle Dealer $50,000, Motorcycle, Moped, Snowmobile, ATV Dealer $10,000	Apply Now
Pennsylvania Manufacturer/Dealer/Full Agent/Card Agent/Messenger Services/Salvor Bond- Motor Vehicle Dealer $20,000	Apply Now
Rhode Island New Dealership Surety Bond - New, Used, Truck Motor Vehicle Dealer, Tractor-Trailer or Motorcycle Dealer $50,000	Apply Now
South Carolina Motor Vehicle Dealer and Wholesaler Surety Bond- Retail or Wholesale Dealer $30,000, Wholesale Auction, Travel Trailer, Motorcycle or Wholesale Motorcycle Dealer $15,000	Apply Now
South Dakota Vehicle Dealer Surety Bond- New and Used Motor Vehicle Dealer $25,000, Boat Dealer $20,000, Trailer Dealer (weight over 3000 lbs) or Emergency Vehicle Dealer $10,000, Snowmobile or Motorcycle Dealer $5,000	Apply Now
Tennessee Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond- Motor Vehicle Dealer and Franchise Dealer $50,000	Apply Now
Texas Motor Vehicle Dealer’s Surety Bond- Motor Vehicle Dealer, Motorcycle, Wholesale, Auction Dealer $25,000	Apply Now
Utah Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond- New and Used Motor Vehicle Dealer $75,000, Motorcycle or Small Trailer Dealer $10,000	Apply Now
Vermont Motor Vehicle Dealer Continual Bond- Motor Vehicle Dealer $35,000 for the first year, second year is dependent on the number of vehicles sold $20,000 (less than 25 vehicles), $25,000 (25-100), $30,000 (101-250), $35,000 (more than 251)	Apply Now
Virginia Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond- Motor Vehicle Dealer $50,000, After three years -Pay into the Motor Vehicle Recovery Fund or obtain a $100,000 bond	Apply Now
Washington Vehicle/Vessel Dealer, Vehicle Manufacturer, Registered Tow Truck Operator, or Wrecker Business Bond- Motor Vehicle Dealer $30,000	Apply Now
West Virginia Motor Vehicle Dealer Surety Bond- New and Used Motor Vehicle Dealer $25,000	Apply Now
Wisconsin Dealer Bond- Retail Motor Vehicle Dealer $50,000, Recreational Vehicle, Auction, Salvage Dealer $25,000, Motorcycle or Moped Dealer $5,000	Apply Now
Wyoming Vehicle Dealer Bond- Motor Vehicle Dealer $25,000	Apply Now

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Why Do I Need a Motor Vehicle Dealer or Car Dealer Bond?

Most states require motor vehicle dealers to have a surety bond on file. The surety bond ensures that you will lawfully follow state regulations when conducting business. SuretyGroup.com writes surety bonds for all states that have a bond requirement.

Where Can I Find What My State Requires?

First check with your state website or call the state to find out what the requirements are. The requirements can include such things as lot size, signage, obtaining a business license, office, phone and record management, a surety bond, taking and passing educational training and an exam, as well as other factors that may be necessary to operate the dealership.

Complete an application with SuretyGroup.com and purchase your surety bond after receiving your quote.

After you have received your surety bond in the mail, you will need to sign your bond; make a copy of it for your own personal records; and then mail or deliver the original bond to the State that will issue your license.

How Much Does a Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond Cost?

The premium that you pay for a Motor Vehicle Dealer Surety Bond will vary. Our rates start as low as $100 for bond amounts $10,000 and under and with your good credit. For bonds amounts over $10,000, qualified applicants with good credit could pay as low as 1%. Low credit score? We can get you bonded too!

Can I Get My Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond Today?

In most cases your bond can be purchased and mailed in the same day. A copy of your bond will be emailed to you upon receipt of purchase. In addition to US Postal Service mail, we offer overnight and second day mail for an additional charge.