Renting a Dealer's License or Tags?

Question

I am looking to get into buying and selling cars as a dealer. I looked into a dealer who is out in Mississippi (I'm in NY) who said he would make me an "agent" of his dealership and not provide me with dealer plates but temp tags and all the information necessary to be able to go to dealer auctions and do business as a dealer. He says it's legal because he will file me in the state as one of his agents so I would essentially be working for his dealership representing him and his company and be registered legit. He will be providing me with all the paper work necessary in making transactions with customers as well. He also sent me some MS state tax papers of him and his business and Motor Vehicle Dealer Tag Permits which I have verified with the state of MS. I guess what I am really asking is:

1) Could this be a scam?
2) Does it sound like a good legit idea?

I appreciate anyone who takes the time to read this and especially those who answer Thank You Dearly!

To answer that tax question he is setting me up as a "buyer" for him. I will be listed/working as a buyer for his dealership.....buying and selling the cars myself......Legaly I will basically be a dealer under the umbrella of his dealership like I work for him.

Answer 1

I don't see any way a dealer from MS could legally have you as an agent in NY. Too many tax issues and other things. Check with a dealer where you live or call the licensing board and ask them. You normally need to be licensed in the State you are doing business in.

Answer 2

Owner of Dealership is Public Information. License Plate is issued to a Dealership. Go to local DMV office. Ask for Dealer Licensing. Give them the Dealers name and Licens Plate #. Tell them why you want to know. After you get the information, go to the Dealership. Ask to speak to the Manager. State your case with the Manager. Speak respectfully or you won't get anywhere.