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Car dealer
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a business that buys and sells new or used cars, often offering related services like repairs or financing
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
car dealers
What is a "car dealer"?
A car dealership is a business that sells new or used vehicles, often representing specific brands. It handles sales, financing, trade-ins, and after-sale services like maintenance and warranties. Inventory comes from manufacturers, auctions, or trade-ins. While traditionally showroom-based, many now incorporate online sales while maintaining physical locations for test drives and service.
Examples
The car dealer expanded its business by opening a new showroom downtown.
