I am working on setting up an auto auction site just like ebay but strictly automobiles. Would anyone know if i would require any special license to run that kind of business on the web and i would be getting the pictures and details of the vehicles for sale from another online auto site, are there any legal implications to this? All views would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
I'm a little confused..... Setting up a site like Ebay Motors would be providing your own content. If you intend on using content from another site are they aware of your intentions? Ebay has something like an affiliate program (unfamiliar with it) that would allow you to use their content on your site. I would imagine as long as the other site is permitting you to use their content it would be ok. As far as permits would go that would depend on your local laws, some states/counties/cities require permits for any type of business you may be engaged in..... Hope that helps.
The content would be gotten from dealer only auctions, so im more of a middle man. I have not contacted any of the companies offering the cars yet to see if i can use the images and info on my site.
When you say dealer only auctions, would you be referring to like manheim[dot]com? There is no way to sell those vehicles unless you own them or are at least presenting a place for someone who does own them to advertise. Dealer only auctions are just that.....Dealer Only. They produce live bidding in person or sometimes via their website. Now if you have a dealer only auction that is a sealed bid auction like some of the large dealerships they may allow you to use their content but will require a dealers license to purchase. If you are just creating a place where these auctions would like to list the available vehicles for sale (to the dealers) then the answer would be no for a dealers license but check local laws for occupational requirements. Most of the dealer only type auction sites explicitly state that their content cannot be reproduced for any reason. If you want to post or PM me some details I might be able to point you in the right direction. I was in the wholesale automotive arena for many years.
There are requirements at a state level for selling cars. you need to avoid them be designing your site around the definitions of "dealer" or "broker" etc/.
strangparts thanks for the info can you please pm me the rest? So then tell me how does a site like this function? www.ridesafely.com