Salary Range
$75,000 to $100,000+Overview
Automotive dealership owners are proprietors of retail businesses that sell cars exclusively from one or two manufacturers. Most dealerships are independently or family-owned franchises of an automotive manufacturer, such as Ford Motor Company or General Motors. In addition to retail services, dealerships provide maintenance services, repair services, and financing.
Minimum Education Level
Some Postsecondary TrainingCertification/License
RequiredOutlook
Little Change or More Slowly than the AveragePersonality Traits
Conventional
Enterprising
Organized
Career Ladder
Automotive Dealership Owner
Automotive Sales Manager
Automotive Sales Worker
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