No Bounds Auto Business Tool

Vehicle Profit Calculator

Estimate the minimum selling price, Arkansas vehicle sales tax, federal and Arkansas income-tax reserves, and your expected profit after taxes.

Vehicle Information

Price Car Was Bought For

Repair Expenses

Desired Profit Before Income Taxes

Income-Tax Estimates

These editable rates are applied to the estimated business profit.

Federal Income-Tax Rate

Arkansas Income-Tax Rate

Include estimated self-employment tax Estimated at 15.3% of 92.35% of profit.

Arkansas Vehicle Sales Tax

The state rate changes according to the vehicle selling price.

Local City/County Tax Rate

Enter the applicable local rate, or leave it at 0%.

Minimum Vehicle Selling Price

$3,000.00

Purchase Price$1,000.00

Repair Expenses$500.00

Total Investment$1,500.00

Desired Profit Before Tax$1,500.00

Buyer Sales-Tax Estimate

Arkansas State Vehicle Tax$0.00

Local Vehicle Tax$0.00

Total Buyer Sales Tax$0.00

Estimated Buyer Total$3,000.00

Business Income-Tax Estimate

Federal Income Tax$330.00

Arkansas Income Tax$58.50

Total Estimated Income Taxes$388.50

Estimated Profit After Taxes $1,111.50

Pre-Tax Margin50.0%

After-Tax Margin37.1%

Important Tax Note

Arkansas vehicle sales tax is shown as a buyer-side estimate and is not deducted from dealership profit. Federal and Arkansas income taxes depend on your business structure, total annual taxable income, deductions, and filing status. Use this tool for planning only and confirm final amounts with Arkansas DFA, the IRS, and a qualified tax professional.