SDCL § 32-6B-80: Manufacturer or franchisor may not own or operate dealership--Exceptions.

Except as otherwise provided by §§ 32-6B-79 to 32-6B-83, inclusive, no manufacturer or franchisor may directly or indirectly:

(1) Own an interest in a vehicle dealer or dealership;

(2) Operate or control a vehicle dealer or dealership; or

(3) Act in the capacity of a vehicle dealer.

This section does not apply to a final stage manufacturer dealer.