Can a Lost New Car Invoice Be Reissued?
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Invoice cannot be reissued if lost. Below is the supplementary information: Solution: However, you can request the seller to photocopy the original invoice stub in triplicate and affix the official seal. Submit one copy to the Vehicle Purchase Tax Office of the State Taxation Bureau (Office) for vehicle purchase tax procedures, another copy to the Vehicle Management Office for vehicle registration, and keep the remaining copy as proof of vehicle purchase. Consequences: Losing the car invoice will prevent the vehicle from being transferred. Moreover, if the vehicle has not yet been licensed, registered, or obtained a vehicle registration certificate and driving permit, it is essential to follow the relevant regulations to reissue the car invoice.
Last year, right after picking up my car, I accidentally lost the invoice and was really panicked. I immediately contacted the sales consultant at the 4S dealership. They said it could be reissued, but the car owner needed to bring the original ID card, vehicle certificate, registration certificate, and the original purchase contract to the dealership. They would apply for a reissued invoice in the system, with the remark 'Reissued' noted in the invoice's remarks column, and it would have the same effect as the original. The whole process took about a week and cost 200 yuan as a handling fee. It's recommended to scan and back up the invoice after reissuing and keep the hard copy in the car insurance document folder. The invoice is needed for vehicle registration at the DMV, purchasing the purchase tax, and selling the used car—losing it can really cause delays. It's important to develop the habit of organizing receipts right after parking in the garage, and not just stuffing them into the glove compartment.
