Show notes
In this episode, I'm speaking with Brandon Miller, Founder of Miller Auto.This episode is brought to you by:Podium - The lead conversion platform for car dealerships.Get 10% off your plan by texting “CarDealershipGuy” to (833) 441-1166 or visit www.podium.com/automotiveCDK Global - Empowering dealers with the tools and technology to build deeper customer relationships.Learn more @ https://www.cdkglobal.com/dealership-xperience-platformInterested in advertising with CarDealershipGuy? Drop us a line here.Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name hereTopics:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:03:06) - Brandon’s previous life as the mayor of a small town(00:05:42) - Starting a dealership(00:11:40) - Funding inventory and knowing what to buy(00:15:40) - Brandon’s role at the dealership(00:16:38) - The profitability of the dealership(00:17:05) - Financing inventory(00:19:04) - Auction Strategies(00:20:03) - Building a vertically integrated company(00:22:19) - Building a Tesla modification arm of the business(00:28:25) - Monthly sales numbers(00:29:05) - Marketing strategies(00:30:08) - Profits & team structure(00:35:06) - Warranties(00:35:56) - The Tesla market in Wisconsin(00:41:20) - The impact of interest rates on dealerships(00:43:08) - Consumer lending(00:45:21) - How to get in touch with BrandonCheck out Miller Auto here.Follow Miller Auto on X & FacebookCheck out the website for me and follow me on X @GuyDealership!This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.