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Manufacturer, New Vehicle Distributor
and New Vehicle Wholesaler License
In order to have retail dealers in Iowa, a manufacturer’s or distributor’s license is required.

Every dealer in Iowa must have a franchise or contract in writing from the manufacturer authorizing them to offer their product for sale.

If manufacturing travel trailers, Iowa law requires that the manufacturer’s certificate of origin contain the exterior length and width of a trailer, not including any area occupied by any hitching device.

A manufacturer/distributor’s certificate of origin must be issued on each vehicle.

Application  for Manufacturer, New Vehicle Distributor
and New Vehicle Wholesaler License

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Application for License, Form #417029

When completed, forward this application form to:
Iowa Department of Transportation
Office of Vehicle Services
P.O. Box 9278
Des Moines, IA  50306-9278
or
FAX to 515-237-3181

©Iowa Department of Transportation, Motor Vehicle Division
Last Updated:  February 01, 2008