Michigan Compiled Laws, Chapter 445. Trade and Commerce § 445.1565

Sec. 5. (1) “New motor vehicle” means a motor vehicle that is in the possession of the manufacturer, distributor, or wholesaler, or has been sold only to a new motor vehicle dealer and for which the new motor vehicle dealer has not issued an original title.

(2) “New motor vehicle dealer” means a person, including a distributor, that holds a dealer agreement granted by a manufacturer, distributor, or importer for the sale or distribution of its motor vehicles; is engaged in the business of purchasing, selling, exchanging, or dealing in new motor vehicles; and has an established place of business in this state.

(3) “Person” means a natural person, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, association, trust, estate, or other legal entity.

(4) “Proposed new motor vehicle dealer” means a person who has an application pending for a new dealer agreement with a manufacturer or distributor. Proposed motor vehicle dealer does not include a person whose dealer agreement is being renewed or continued.