trying to help a friend with the answer to this question
You can only sell 3 cars per year before needing a dealers license.
You can sell 3 without needing a dealers license. If you sell that 4th car you re considered a dealer and need a license.
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According to the omaha dmv, the answer is seven.
Three or more Vehicles sold in a 12 month period requires a Dealers License. http://www.flhsmv.gov/dmv/dealer.html
Not sure about ND but it is 3 cars a year in some states.
In California, you can drive with an out-of-state license for up to 10 days before needing to obtain a California driver's license.
In Iowa, you can sell up to six vehicles per year without needing a dealer's license. This limit applies to individuals selling their own personal vehicles. If you exceed this number, you are required to obtain a dealer's license to legally sell cars in the state.
In Tennessee, you can sell up to five vehicles per year without needing a dealer's license. If you sell more than five vehicles within a 12-month period, you are required to obtain a dealer's license. This regulation applies to both individuals and businesses selling vehicles. Always check with local authorities for the most current regulations, as laws can change.
Here is a link to how many by state:http://dmvanswers.com/questions/2529/How-many-vehicles-can-I-sell-a-year-before-I-have-to-get-an-auto-dealers-license
In California, you can sell up to five motorcycles per year without needing a dealer's license. If you sell more than five motorcycles within a calendar year, you are required to obtain a dealer's license. This regulation helps ensure that individuals who are engaging in the business of selling vehicles meet certain legal and regulatory standards. Always check for any updates or changes to the law, as regulations can evolve.
I don't know if this answer will help, but in Canada it doesn't matter how many you sell in a year all that matters is how many you are selling at any given time. In the province of BC, if you are actively selling more than 4 vehicles at once, you need a dealer license.