8.5 x 11"
Exterior Buyers Guide - As Is - P/A - No Lines
FTC-compliant exterior Buyers Guide AS IS stickers for used car dealers. 8.5 x 11", permanent adhesive, weather-resistant. Wholesale from AK Dealer Services.
Easy to roll window up / down without removing from window - sticker stays in place!
Weather-resistant and great for heavy tinted windows
Fade resistant
Prints in Black Ink on front & Gray Ink on back
1-part, self-adhesive, 4 sides
8.5 x 11
Keep Your Lot Stocked and Compliant
1,000 unit minimum — FTC AS IS format
Every used vehicle on your lot needs a Buyers Guide before it can legally be offered for sale. Running out of stock is a compliance gap you can't afford. AK Dealer Services keeps your supply consistent — order in volume, reduce per-unit cost, and never scramble for forms during a busy sales week.
FTC-Compliant Buyers Guide Built for Outdoor Lots
The Exterior Buyers Guide AS IS satisfies the federal disclosure requirement for every used vehicle on your lot. Designed for exterior glass application, it holds through weather and car washes while staying clearly readable for buyers.
Meets FTC Used Car Rule Requirements
This form matches the current Buyers Guide format required under 16 CFR Part 455. The AS IS version clearly discloses that the vehicle comes with no warranty and that the buyer assumes all repair costs. Displaying this form on every used vehicle protects your dealership from FTC enforcement action.
Permanent Adhesive on All Four Sides
The exterior-grade adhesive bonds to the outside of the window and stays in place through rain, temperature changes, and routine car washes. The form doesn't curl at the edges or lift in humid conditions — common failure points with lower-quality sticker stock.
Weather-Resistant for Open Outdoor Lots
The coating resists UV fading and moisture. Vehicles sitting on an open lot in Texas heat or Pacific Northwest rain will still show a clean, readable form after weeks of exposure. The print on front is in black ink and the back in gray ink — both optimized for outdoor readability.
Roll Window Up or Down Without Removing
One of the most practical features for an active lot: the exterior adhesive lets you roll the window up and down without the sticker shifting or peeling. You don't need to remove and reapply every time a customer or salesperson adjusts the window.
Laser Compatible — Print Variable Fields In-Office
The AS IS designation is pre-printed. The remaining required fields — vehicle description, signature lines, and any state-specific additions — are left blank for your laser printer. Complete each form in your office as vehicles arrive on the lot.
Wholesale Pricing at 1,000 Unit Minimum
For active dealerships, ordering by the case is the most cost-effective approach. AK Dealer Services offers volume pricing at 1,000, 2,500, and 5,000 unit thresholds. The per-unit cost drops meaningfully at each tier.
Exterior Buyers Guide AS IS — Dealer FAQ
Q. What does 'AS IS' mean on a Buyers Guide and when is it required?
The AS IS designation means the vehicle is sold without any warranty — the buyer accepts the vehicle in its current condition and assumes full responsibility for all repair costs after the sale. Under the FTC Used Car Rule (16 CFR Part 455), if you're selling a vehicle as-is with no warranty, you must use the AS IS version of the Buyers Guide. If you offer any warranty — even a limited powertrain warranty — you must use the warranty version instead. Using the AS IS form on a vehicle you're actually warranting is an FTC violation.
Q. Is this the correct form for all 50 states?
The standard AS IS Buyers Guide satisfies the federal FTC requirement in most states. However, a few states have additional requirements that modify the form. Maine, for example, requires a specific implied warranty disclosure. Wisconsin requires a different Buyers Guide format entirely. Check your state's DMV or attorney general guidance to confirm whether your state requires any form modifications beyond the federal baseline. AK Dealer Services supplies the standard federal-format form.
Q. What fields do I need to complete on this form?
The pre-printed AS IS designation and disclosure language are already on the form. You need to complete: vehicle year, make, model, VIN, stock number (optional but recommended), asking price, dealer name and address, and the dealer or agent signature line. Some dealers also add the odometer reading. The buyer signature line should be completed at the time of sale. Keep a signed copy in the deal jacket — the FTC rule requires dealers to retain the signed form.
Q. Can the exterior form be used on indoor showroom vehicles?
Yes. The exterior-grade adhesive is slightly stronger than interior versions, but it applies and removes cleanly from glass regardless of whether the vehicle is indoors or outdoors. If your lot is entirely indoor (climate-controlled showroom), the Interior Buyers Guide AS IS is also available and uses a lighter adhesive formulated for indoor glass. Both satisfy the FTC requirement.
Q. How long does the form need to stay on the vehicle?
The FTC rule requires the Buyers Guide to be displayed on the vehicle throughout the entire sales process — from the time the vehicle is offered for sale until the sale is complete. You cannot remove it before a buyer reviews it. The signed original (or a copy) must be given to the buyer at closing, and you must retain a copy in your deal file.
Q. What's the difference between the PA (Permanent Adhesive) and non-PA versions?
Our exterior Buyers Guide uses permanent adhesive on all four sides (PA). Some suppliers offer versions with adhesive only on certain sides or with repositionable adhesive. The full perimeter PA version is more reliable for outdoor use — it holds better in wind, doesn't lift at the corners, and survives more car wash cycles. For an active outdoor lot, the full PA version is the right choice.
Q. Can I add my dealership logo or additional language to this form?
The FTC rule requires the Buyers Guide to be reproduced without material changes to the required language. You can add your dealership name and address in the designated fields. Adding logos, marketing copy, or additional text outside the designated fields may constitute a material modification and create compliance risk. For supplemental dealership disclosures, use a separate addendum form alongside the Buyers Guide. See our Exterior Addendum Blank or Exterior Addendum Custom.
Exterior Buyers Guide AS IS — FTC-Required Disclosure for Used Car Dealers
Every used vehicle you offer for sale must display a Buyers Guide. That’s not a best practice — it’s a federal requirement under the FTC Used Car Rule (16 CFR Part 455). The Exterior Buyers Guide AS IS satisfies this requirement for vehicles sold without any warranty. Applied to the outside of the window, it stays in place through weather and lot conditions while remaining clearly readable for buyers walking your inventory.
AK Dealer Services supplies this form in wholesale quantities to used car dealers, franchise groups, and independent lots across the U.S. Minimum order 1,000 units (SKU: 1001112).
Product Specifications
The exterior Buyers Guide measures 8.5 x 11 inches — the full-page size required by the FTC rule. The pre-printed content covers the AS IS disclosure language. Front is printed in black ink; back is printed in gray ink for the reverse-side required language. The form uses permanent exterior-grade adhesive on all four sides.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Size | 8.5 x 11 inches |
| Application | Exterior glass surface |
| Adhesive | Permanent, 4-sided (P/A) |
| Front ink | Black |
| Back ink | Gray |
| Stock | Weather-resistant, fade-resistant |
| Print compatibility | Laser printer (variable fields) |
| Form type | AS IS — No Warranty |
| Minimum order | 1,000 units |
| SKU | 1001112 |
What the FTC Buyers Guide Requirement Actually Covers
The FTC Used Car Rule applies to any dealer who sells six or more used vehicles in a 12-month period. The rule requires:
Display requirement. A Buyers Guide must be displayed on every used vehicle while it is offered for sale. “Offered for sale” means any time a customer could inspect or inquire about the vehicle — including vehicles visible on the lot before any active sales conversation begins.
Content requirement. The Buyers Guide must use the FTC-approved format without material modifications. For AS IS sales, the form must clearly state that the vehicle comes with no dealer warranty and that the buyer bears all repair costs.
Retention requirement. At the time of sale, the buyer must receive a copy of the signed Buyers Guide. The dealer must retain a signed copy in the deal file. The FTC treats missing deal jacket copies as a separate compliance failure from the display requirement.
Spanish-language requirement. If you negotiate a sale primarily in Spanish, the FTC requires you to provide a Spanish-language Buyers Guide. AK Dealer Services can advise on Spanish-language form availability.
AS IS vs. Warranty Buyers Guide
Choosing the wrong form is a compliance risk. The rule is straightforward:
Use the AS IS form when: you are selling the vehicle with no warranty of any kind — no dealer warranty, no implied warranty. The buyer takes the vehicle in its current condition and is responsible for all repair costs after the sale.
Use the warranty form when: you offer any warranty — even a limited powertrain warranty for 30 days or 1,000 miles. The warranty form requires you to specify covered systems, duration, and the dealer’s percentage of covered repair costs.
Mixed situations. If you’re unsure whether your state imposes implied warranties that limit true AS IS sales (some states do), consult your state’s DMV guidelines or an automotive compliance attorney before using the AS IS form.
How to Apply the Exterior Buyers Guide
- Print your variable fields — run the blank form through your laser printer with vehicle year, make, model, VIN, asking price, and dealer information filled in
- Clean the glass — wipe the exterior window with a clean dry cloth
- Peel the border — remove the adhesive backing from all four perimeter edges
- Position and press — place the form in the upper corner of the driver’s side window (standard placement visible from outside), press firmly from center to edges
- Inspect edges — confirm all four borders are sealed against the glass, especially at corners
Standard placement is the driver’s side rear window or the driver’s side front window depending on your lot layout and local convention. The key requirement is that the form is visible to a buyer inspecting the vehicle without entering it.
Compliance for Dealer Groups and High-Volume Lots
For dealer groups operating multiple rooftops, compliance form management becomes a supply chain problem. Running out of Buyers Guides at a single location — even temporarily — creates a compliance gap across every vehicle on that lot. AK Dealer Services can set up consolidated billing with drop-shipping to multiple locations so each rooftop maintains its own stocked supply without a centralized purchasing coordinator managing individual reorders.
Volume pricing makes this practical at scale: at 5,000 units per order, the per-unit cost is substantially lower than buying by the case at each location independently.
About AK Dealer Services
AK Dealer Services (AK Dealer Services LLC, Mansfield, TX) specializes in dealer compliance supply: Buyers Guides, window stickers, addendum forms, and Monroney labels. We supply dealers who need reliable, reorderable compliance forms — not dealers who need F&I products, CRM software, or automotive accessories. If you need Buyers Guides in volume, this is our product line.
Contact us through the Wholesale Inquiry form for group pricing, multi-location shipping, or questions about which form is right for your lot configuration.