Can I choose my license plate number online if the 4S shop handles the registration?
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4S shop handles the registration can I choose my license plate number online. The following is the relevant introduction about 4S shop: The business scope of 4S shop: In a region, there will be several 4S shops for a brand, mainly determined by the size of the city. There is competition among each 4S shop. Although it is the same brand, according to the current situation in China, standard 4S shops only exist in cities and above. Some county-level cities do not have car 4S shops. The characteristics of 4S shop: Formulated according to the unified standards of the manufacturer, with a unified model, and authorized by the manufacturer to only sell vehicles of a single brand. Under the condition of the manufacturer's price permission, attract customers with the lowest price, reflect the relevant value of the brand, and maintain the reputation of the brand. But it should be correctly understood that 4S cannot be regarded as the car manufacturer.
A while ago, I purchased a car at a 4S dealership and opted for their license plate registration service. While they handled the procedures, I insisted on selecting the plate number online myself. Initially worried it might not be possible, the salesperson assured me it was perfectly fine—the dealership only assists with subsequent steps like submitting documents or collecting the plates, while the number selection is entirely up to you. The process is straightforward: just download the Traffic Management 12123 app or visit the local DMV website, log in, enter vehicle details such as the VIN and your ID number, and you can pick a preferred number from the available pool. I tried it myself and found it very convenient—it took just minutes to select a plate containing my birthdate combination, with options previewable beforehand. Just remember to coordinate timing with the dealership, like requesting necessary documents before selecting, to avoid delays that might let good numbers get snatched up. Overall, the experience was smooth—the dealership’s bundled service doesn’t restrict your freedom to choose.
I just went through this as well. When the 4S store said they would handle the license plate registration, I asked if I could choose the number myself. The salesperson smiled and said absolutely, online selection is actually encouraged by them. You just need to make sure the 4S store provides all the necessary documents like the invoice and ID copy early on, then you can proceed with the number selection process on the app yourself—it’s quite straightforward with just a few steps. The key is to coordinate well with the 4S store to avoid conflicts in procedures, such as changing your mind online while they’re submitting materials on your behalf, which could lead to errors or delays. Also, think about your preferred number rules in advance, like letter combinations, and confirm with the 4S store once chosen so they can automatically take over the follow-up arrangements, saving you the hassle of visiting the DMV yourself.
