Welcome to Ideal Auto
Located at 3805 South Broadway in Minot, North Dakota, Ideal Auto is a locally-owned used car dealership with a simple mission: provide quality vehicles at honest prices with a customer experience that can’t be beat.
We specialize exclusively in pre-owned vehicles — cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, and more — from the brands you trust. Our inventory ranges from budget-friendly daily drivers to premium trucks and luxury SUVs, with something for every budget starting as low as $5,990.
What Makes Us Different
At Ideal Auto, you won’t find the high-pressure sales tactics that give car dealers a bad name. Our team is here to help you find the right vehicle at the right price, with financing options that work for your situation. Period.
- No-pressure environment — Take your time, ask questions, bring it back for another look
- Transparent pricing — No hidden fees, no surprise add-ons
- All credit welcome — We work with every financial situation
- Quality selection — 70+ vehicles inspected and ready to go
- Local ownership — We live here, we work here, we stand behind what we sell
Our Team
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Don Lafontaine | General Sales Manager |
| Erik Knowlen | Sales & Business Manager |
| AJ Denton | Sales Specialist |
| Josh Seaburg | Sales Specialist |
| Kaydin Vernon | Sales Specialist |
Serving All of North Dakota
While we’re based in Minot, we regularly serve customers from across North Dakota and beyond — Bismarck, Williston, New Town, and everywhere in between. Many of our customers drive hours to buy from us because of our reputation for fair dealing and quality vehicles.