Does purchasing a domestic Hongqi H5 require political vetting?

[DeRafael]

Purchasing a domestic Hongqi H5 does not require political vetting. If consumers wish to buy a Hongqi H5, they can directly visit their local 4S store to make the purchase without needing to meet any additional conditions. As a mid-size sedan, the Hongqi H5 features an inverted trapezoidal front grille connected to the headlights, with vertical chrome trim strips embedded inside. It is equipped with a 1.8T engine, delivering a rated power of 131kW and a torque of 250Nm, paired with a 6AT transmission. The Hongqi H5 comes with driver assistance configurations, and all models are standardly equipped with parking radar. Mid-range models additionally feature a rearview camera, while high-end models offer a 360-degree panoramic view. All models are standardly equipped with electric adjustment, electric folding, and automatic folding upon locking functions.

[IslaRose]

Last time I accompanied my friend to buy a Hongqi H5, I was also worried about this issue. The salesperson smiled and told me it was completely unnecessary. Nowadays, Hongqi has long become accessible to the general public. Buying an H5, a family sedan, follows the same process as purchasing a Geely or Changan. Just bring your ID card and driver's license, pay the deposit, and you can place an order. As for special requirements, the only thing is that if you're financing the car, your credit will be checked. But political vetting, which scrutinizes three generations of your family, really isn't necessary. However, if you're buying an L5, the ceremonial car starting at 5 million yuan, then political vetting is indeed required, as that car was previously reserved for foreign guests and high-ranking officials.

[Wade]

As a veteran salesperson at Hongqi 4S dealership, I explain this issue seven or eight times daily. Purchasing family cars like the H5 in the 200,000-yuan range absolutely doesn't require political vetting procedures—you just need your ID card and bank card to take delivery. However, I do remind customers about three practical matters: loan applications require credit checks, trade-ins require vehicle transfer paperwork, and optional accessories need supplementary agreements. Our dealership now sells over 10,000 H5 units monthly, all bought by regular families—it's long ceased being the official limousine of last century. Only government procurement versions require approval procedures, but those aren't available for retail purchase.

[VanBrooke]

Last month, I just picked up the Hongqi H5 hybrid version. The entire car purchase process only required my ID card, driver's license, and bank card. The salesperson said buying a civilian Hongqi car now is even simpler than buying groceries, and there's absolutely no need for political vetting. However, it's important not to forget the vehicle certificate and invoice, otherwise, getting the license plate will be troublesome. Actually, Hongqi is divided into the L-series ceremonial cars and the H/Q-series family cars, with the H5 belonging to the latter. In our car owners' group with over 300 H5 owners, there are young couples running milk tea shops and retired teachers, and no one has mentioned going through political vetting.