Dealers Pointe makes it easy to get your wholesale dealer license in Michigan. We guide you through the licensing process from start to finish, so you can focus on building a profitable auto business without retail overhead.
Why Michigan Is a Strong Market for Wholesale Dealers
With its automotive legacy and proximity to manufacturing and distribution hubs, Michigan is a strategic location for wholesale vehicle operations. Whether you’re in Detroit, Grand Rapids, or Lansing, the demand for licensed wholesale dealers continues to grow.
Benefits of a MI wholesale dealership:
- Operate without a retail car lot
- Buy and sell to licensed dealers and auctions
- Lower operating costs compared to retail
- Perfect for remote or small-scale auto businesses
What Is a Wholesale Dealer License?
A wholesale dealer license allows you to buy and sell vehicles, but only with other licensed dealers, not directly to consumers.
Wholesale dealers typically:
- Work from a compliant office space (not a car lot)
- Focus on dealer-to-dealer transactions and auctions
- Maintain a lean, B2B-focused auto business model
It’s a flexible and lower-risk entry point for Michigan entrepreneurs interested in the auto industry.
How Dealers Pointe Helps Michigan Dealers
Dealers Pointe brings years of experience helping clients across the country—including Michigan—get licensed efficiently. Our team handles the paperwork, logistics, and compliance steps so you don’t have to guess your way through the process.
We assist with:
- Forming your business entity (LLC, Corp, etc.)
- Complying with Michigan’s dealer office requirements
- Preparing your dealer license application
- Securing surety bonds and dealer insurance
- Coordinating fingerprinting and background checks
- Providing personalized support and guidance
What You Need to Get Licensed in Michigan (Wholesale)
The Michigan Department of State (MDOS) regulates auto dealer licensing in Michigan. To qualify for a wholesale license, you’ll need to:
- Register a legal business in Michigan
- Secure a compliant business office
- Obtain a $10,000 surety bond
- Meet insurance coverage requirements
- Complete background checks and fingerprinting
- Submit a completed dealer license application and fees
Dealers Pointe will walk you through each of these requirements step-by-step.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Wholesale licenses only allow sales between licensed dealers.
Yes, you must maintain an office space that meets MDOS standards. It does not need to be a retail car lot.
In most cases, no. Dealers Pointe will help you identify a compliant location that fits your needs.
Most clients are licensed within 30–60 days, depending on application complexity and response time.
Get Started Today
Launching your wholesale dealership in Michigan starts with getting licensed—Dealers Pointe will help you every step of the way.
Book a Free Consultation or give us a call to speak with our team.
