How long should a used car sit on your lot? Learn how dealers can manage aging inventory, identify vehicles that aren't selling, evaluate pricing and market demand, control reconditioning and carrying costs, and decide when to reprice or wholesale a vehicle. This guide explains practical inventory-aging benchmarks and the key metrics dealers should monitor to improve inventory turn, protect cash flow, and make better buying and selling decisions.

Buying cars at auction can help used car dealers find inventory at competitive prices, but a low auction price doesn't always mean a good deal. Learn how to evaluate auction vehicles, research market value, inspect condition, check vehicle history and title status, estimate repairs and auction fees, calculate total investment, determine potential profit, and set a maximum bid before bidding. This guide also explains how to avoid emotional bidding and choose vehicles that can