Can You Pick Up the Car on the Same Day of Purchase?
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You generally cannot pick up the car on the same day of purchase. First, it depends on whether the vehicle is in stock. Second, the paperwork usually cannot be completed on the same day, even if the car is available. Therefore, it is rare to buy and pick up a car on the same day. The car purchase and pickup process includes: 1. Inspecting the car (new cars usually have no issues) for any major external defects; 2. Purchasing insurance—current policies require payment before issuance, making it difficult to obtain the policy on the same day; 3. Applying for a temporary moving permit, which requires the car's invoice, insurance policy, and original ID card.
Last week, I went to a 4S dealership to help a friend pick out a car, and we actually encountered someone who wanted to drive away the same day. To be honest, it depends on several conditions: first, whether the dealership has the car in stock—if it's a display model or a newly arrived unit, a PDI inspection is required first; second, whether the loan approval has been processed in advance—cash payment is much simpler; third, whether the temporary license plate can be issued the same day—many dealerships now have DMV representatives on-site. We arrived at the dealership at 9 a.m. that day, completed the paperwork before noon, and got the keys by 3 p.m. The salesperson said it went relatively smoothly. If you're opting for special configurations or rare colors, waiting a week is quite normal.
