Race car broker and consignment seller

Car owners who want to sell without the hassle, plus track-day drivers, club racers and small teams looking for a car or a ready-to-race package.

A commission or flat fee on each sale, agreed in writing with the seller. Some brokers also charge a listing or prep fee up front, or earn referral fees from transport and inspection partners.

• Good knowledge of race cars and the classes or series you cover
• Sales and negotiation
• Photography and clear listing writing
• Trustworthy and organized with paperwork

• Dealer license rules for selling or consigning vehicles differ by state, so check before you list any car
• Some race cars have no road title, so check how ownership transfers in your state and keep a clear bill of sale
• General liability insurance, and check whether you need garage keepers coverage if cars are stored with you
• Misdescribed cars can lead to disputes, so inspect and document condition honestly
• Home occupation rules and HOA or lease limits if buyers visit your address

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $1,500 to $10,000, depending on your photography gear, website or listing costs, insurance and marketing. You don't buy stock, but costs can vary with how you set up.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on how many cars you sell and your commission terms. Treat these as estimates, since sales can be uneven and not guaranteed.

Dealer license rules for selling or consigning vehicles differ by state, so check before you list any car. Also check how ownership transfers for race cars with no road title in your state, and keep a clear bill of sale.