State licensing authorities require auto dealers to maintain a facility that meets specific and varying criteria (size, display space, signage, zoning, office furnishings, etc.) before approving a dealer license. A dealer suite provides a turnkey, affordable, and compliant solution so independent dealers can get licensed without the cost and hassle of setting up a traditional dealership. With minimal upfront investment and flexible terms, dealers can test or grow their dealership with much less financial risk.

Autoplex Suites provides an efficient, cost-effective, and highly convenient solution for launching and operating a car dealership, allowing you to focus on growing your used-car business. Our turnkey, fully furnished spaces with flexible lease terms and utilities included let you enjoy all the benefits of owning a dealership without the build-out costs or the stress of managing high overhead. When you lease with Autoplex Suites, you’ll also receive expert licensing assistance and built-in compliance support to help your dealership meet ongoing regulatory requirements, including recordkeeping and mandatory reporting.

Because our dealer suites are already license-compliant and turnkey, the setup process is much faster than securing and building out a traditional dealership. We can get your dealership up and running and acquire your dealer license in as little as 4 weeks depending on local permitting timelines.

A traditional dealership startup requires hundreds of thousands of dollars in upfront costs, with additional thousands needed for ongoing overhead. Dealer suites eliminate build-out expenses and significantly reduce overhead commitments. The cost to establish a dealership in a dealer suite varies by state and local permitting requirements, however, setup can be completed for as little as $5,000—compared to $200,000 or more for a traditional dealership.

A criminal conviction does not automatically prevent dealer licensure. State licensing authorities will consider the type of conviction and whether the conviction is related to business honesty or trustworthiness. Violations and typically most conviction which are older than 7 years old, especially misdemeanors, will not result in denial of licensure; however state regulatory agencies have final review and approval authority over applications and reviews each case individually.

Curbstoning is the repeated, unlicensed commercial sale of vehicles for profit. The practice is illegal and violators face fines and criminal penalties. Our suites provide a legal, fully equipped business environment to help you operate as a licensed and compliant dealership, eliminating the risks associated with curbstoning.

Getting started with Autoplex Suites is simple. Fill out our quick 'INQUIRE NOW' form or ring us at +1(855)210-AUTO to connect with a local or regional manager. Once you execute your lease to secure your suite, our licensing consultants will start immediately on setting up your dealership and guiding you through the licensing process.