Frequently Asked Questions
- What is an Auto Consultant?
- Is an Auto Consultant a Car Dealer?
- Do Auto Consultants only deal with new cars?
- What about the warranty?
- Will the client have to go get a vehicle out of town?
- What happens if a dealer refuses to do business with a consultant?
- How are trade-ins handled?
- What if the client wants to finance the vehicle?
- How Do Auto Consultants Help Clients Save On Fuel Costs?
- How Do Auto Consultants Gain Clients?
- Who is the competition?
- What is the difference between our auto consultant business opportunity and Car Brokers?
- What Is The Process For Becoming An Auto Consultant?
- How Much Does This Cost?
- What Exactly Am I Paying For?
- What Payment Methods Are Accepted?
- How Do I Get Started?
An Auto Consultant is someone who is well-versed in all makes and models of vehicles, and puts him or herself in a position to help a client purchase the exact car that they’re looking for. Auto Consultants work specifically for their clients, no one else, so the client is treated with the utmost respect and professionalism. By utilizing an Auto Consultant, a car consumer is able to avoid the stress and hassle of having to deal with a car salesman.
No, Auto Consultants are independent from car dealers or vehicle manufacturers, and are therefore able to offer their clients an unparalleled level of professionalism and service. However, Car Consultants do develop relationships with their area dealers as they will work with them time and time again.
No, in fact, one of the great services that you'll be able to offer your clients as an affiliate of Auto Professionals LLC is the ability to research used and even classic cars. Your clients will love the fact that once they let you know what they're looking for, you'll use the resources we give you to find their dream car regardless of age or location.
The warranty is guaranteed by the manufacturer on every vehicle delivered by a franchised new care dealership. Each dealership must honor the warranty on a vehicle regardless of whether it was purchased at that dealership or not. All dealerships welcome the opportunity to increase their departmental profits by providing service work to a new client.
No, the majority of the vehicles are delivered locally to the client. If inventory is not available, a local dealer will make arrangements for delivery by way of dealer trade or drop shipment from the factory.
The dealer approaches the consultant as an asset to him/her. We bring business to the dealer that he/she would not in most cases have obtained on their own. There has never been a dealer that has refused to do business with a consultant affiliated with our company.
The trade-ins are handled as a separate transaction at the dealership. This process is very smooth and is aided by the consultant educating the client on the estimated value of their used vehicle. There are other resources to dispose of the trade-ins which may offer the consultant additional income.
Financing may be obtained several ways, but always at the option of the client. The Finance Manager at the dealership can make these arrangements or the client may use a Credit Union or outside financing recommended by the consultant.
Every Auto Professionals affiliate is trained on the benefits of using a Fuel Cell. As a consultant, you'll educate your clients and encourage them to take advantage of this amazing technology to save on gas by making their engine more efficient. The consumer will pay you to have their vehicle equipped.
Like any business, new Auto Consultants will need to use a variety of methods to market their services and gain new clients. However, unlike other business opportunities, Auto Professionals LLC goes to great lengths to help new consultants get started. First, we create a first-class website that you'll use to educate and attract new clients. Next, we provide marketing plans and materials that have a proven track record for success. We also educate our consultants on the newest methods of advertising, particularly over the internet, using mediums like online classifieds, forums and blogs. Finally, we make ourselves available to new consultants to answer questions, provide advice, and offer feedback on their ideas.
There are no other new car consulting companies offering this type of service at the level that we offer our consultants. There are companies and services that appear on the surface to be similar. In reality, these companies do not eliminate the negotiation and stress for the client. We provide a more personalized service to our client. Time and time again, consumers have shown that the personal attention you offer does make a difference.
Brokers are now unlawful in most states in the U.S. They negotiate the purchase of a vehicle, take title of the vehicle, then mark it up for resale to the consumer. This is seriously frowned upon by the dealer associations and the manufacturers because the broker is taking business from the dealer and then selling his inventory without a dealer's license.
Instead, we advise consumers regarding their new vehicle purchase. Each individual is provided with valuable information to make their new vehicle purchase a more informed one. Consultants bring business to new car dealers that would not have necessarily been obtained on their own. Dealerships recognize the contributions to sales that our business makes.
Each prospective consultant will proceed through the following ten simple steps:
- Complete online application
- Complete initial phone interview with Auto Professionals LLC and determine investment
- Submit resume and references
- Contact current consultant references provided by Auto Professionals LLC
- Review, sign and return Affiliate Agreement
- Submit investment funds
- Receive selected materials, software and equipment
- Receive personal training
- Review and approve completed custom website
- Begin marketing your services and building your new business!
There are a variety of different investment levels available, depending on the individual needs and goals of each prospective consultant. Upon receiving your application, we will review it and then contact you to discuss this opportunity. At that time, we will be able to provide more detailed investment information.
First, you are paying for the time we will spend educating you on how to be an Auto Consultant, and how to run your new business. You are also paying for the ability to call us at any time in the future with questions.
Second, you are receiving the ability to be an Auto Professionals LLC Affiliate. Being an Affiliate means that you are able to take advantage of our services and resources, without having to pay for them yourself. For instance, if you wanted to start your own HAFC Reseller Business, you would have to pay the manufacturer to be a franchise. Any new benefit we acquire, like our addition of wholesale vehicle pricing on July 21, 2008, is offered to all existing consultants at no additional cost.
Third, you are paying for a professional, completely custom website, internet promotion assistance, and marketing materials.
Finally, you will receive software, documentation and equipment to assist you in your new business.
You can view the complete list on our What We Provide page.
Auto Professionals LLC accepts Certified Checks and Money Orders. Additionally, payments are accepted via PayPal, allowing prospective consultants to use their checking account, savings account, credit card, or a combination of the above.
Simply complete our online application and we will contact you to discuss your plans in more detail. Once we understand the level of your commitement and interest, we will be able to put together your business package and review the investment requirements.
