Requirements for new car dealer

The following minimum requirements for qualification as a new car dealer are established: (a) Previous experience: At least one of the following: (1) In some other line of endeavor; (2) as a former employee of a dealer; (3) as a former member of a firm having a dealer's license. (b) Personal: (1) Two recommendations from former employers or business associates; (2) two credit statements from reputable business firms; (3) (1) and (2) shall be furnished for each member of a firm. (c) Franchise: (1) A contract approved by the parent company; (2) a statement that a contract is in force from a factory or distributor on file with the department of motor vehicles. (d) Place of business: (1) Approved by local authority in accordance with section 14-54 of the general statutes; (2) approved by the commissioner of motor vehicles. (e) Proper facilities: (1) For the display and storage of new and used motor vehicles; (2) a repair department capable of taking care of at least two motor vehicles simultaneously, exclusive of a grease pit or rack; (3) an office and parts department suitable to conduct business. The requirements of this subsection may be waived for a second or additional license, provided the location for which such license is applied for is adjacent to a location licensed by such applicant under section 14-52 of the general statutes and complies with the other provisions of this regulation. (f) Personnel and equipment: (1) At least one mechanic having thorough knowledge of the product handled; (2) sufficient tools and equipment for proper servicing.