Can non-Beijing residents buy cars in Beijing?

[Jones]

Yes. Here is the relevant information on obtaining a Beijing license plate: 1. Short-term lease: The lessor rents out idle license plates to those in need, typically for a period of 1-5 years. 2. Back-to-back buyout: Pay a certain fee to buy out the right to use the license plate from its owner. 3. Transfer through marriage using a personal license plate: The downside of this method is that you actually need to get married, but the advantage is that it's a permanent solution. 4. Purchase a shell company with a license plate quota: The benefit of this approach is that it's completely legal, but the drawbacks are also obvious—high purchase costs and ongoing maintenance expenses.