Michigan shuts down LaFontaine GM dealership, alleges it sold used cars as new

By Summer Ballentine, MediaNews Group

Michigan regulators on Tuesday shut down a LaFontaine Automotive Group dealership for allegedly selling used vehicles as new, the second suspension the powerhouse dealer group has faced for the same issue.

LaFontaine Chevrolet Buick GMC of St. Clair sold loaner vehicles with as many as 6,000 miles of use as new vehicles, the Michigan Department of State said in a statement. Michigan law requires loaner vehicles that have been titled and registered by dealerships to be sold as used.

LaFontaine spokesperson Max Muncey in a statement described the violation as a “clerical error” and said the business “immediately began working closely with state officials to review internal processes, correct documentation, and ensure full compliance moving forward.”