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Arizona Auto Dealer Bond

Bond Amount:
Equal to your project amount
1 year bond starts at
2%
of bound amount, based on
credit check
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Arizona Auto Dealer Bond

Bond Amount:
Equal to your project amount
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1 year bond starts at
2%
of bound amount, based on
credit check
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How much does an auto dealer bond cost?

The cost of a auto dealer bond mainly depends on two factors:

Bond Limit: Every state has a specified bond amount that they require auto dealers to be bonded for. In other words, this determines the size of bond that auto dealers have to purchase. For example, given that Texas has a bond limit of $50,000 for motor vehicle bond, the amount you pay (aka bond premium) is a percentage typically between 0.5%-5% of the bond limit. Thus, a Texas dealer bond would start from $250, and could go up to $2,500 for those with poor credit.

Credit Score: this is crucial for premium amount as well as whether a potential dealer can even obtain a motor vehicle bond in the first place. Credit score reflects whether the applicant can behave in a way that is less likely to result in a claim being filed and whether the applicant can repay any potential claim.

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Overview

An Arizona Auto Dealer Bond is a $100,000 surety bond required by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) for all licensed motor vehicle dealers. The bond protects consumers, lenders, and the state from losses caused by fraud, misrepresentation, or violations of Arizona dealer laws. It does not protect the dealer—it functions as a financial guarantee that dealers will conduct business honestly and in compliance with state regulations.

Purpose of Arizona Auto Dealer Bonds

  • Consumer Protection: Safeguards the public against financial harm from dishonest or unlawful dealer actions.
  • Legal Requirement: A $100,000 bond is mandatory to obtain and maintain a valid dealer license in Arizona.
  • Credibility: Shows customers and regulators that the dealer is licensed, compliant, and backed by a surety company.
  • Accountability: Creates financial consequences for violations, ensuring higher standards of conduct.

Cost of Arizona Auto Dealer Bonds

Dealers don’t pay the $100,000 bond amount upfront. Instead, they pay an annual premium.

  • Premium Range: Typically between $1,000–$5,000 per year for applicants with good credit.
  • Credit-Based Pricing: Premiums are higher for dealers with poor credit, bankruptcies, or compliance issues.
  • Additional Factors: Sureties may also evaluate time in business, financial history, and past regulatory violations.

Key Considerations

  • Bond Amount: Fixed at $100,000 by Arizona law.
  • Renewal: Must remain active at all times; lapses can suspend or revoke the dealer license.
  • Claims: The surety pays valid claims up to $100,000, but the dealer must reimburse the surety in full.
  • Strict Oversight: Arizona enforces dealer bond compliance aggressively, and failure to maintain the bond risks license denial or revocation.