How Long Does a Car Need to Sit Before It's Considered a Stock Vehicle?

[RichardMarie]

Stock vehicles generally refer to cars that have not been sold within three months after leaving the factory. Additional information: 1. Identifying stock vehicles: Compare the manufacturing date on the vehicle's nameplate with the production date on the certificate of conformity—both must match. Also, check if the VIN code and engine number on the certificate of conformity match those on the original vehicle. Nowadays, dealers do not conceal the identity of stock vehicles, as the interconnected processes make it impossible to falsify. 2. Inspection of stock vehicles: For vehicles stored for over a year, check for any discoloration in the paint, aging of wiper blades and tires to determine whether the car was stored indoors or outdoors. Inspect the engine compartment's belt pulley and the condition of door and window seals. After turning off the engine, leave the headlights on for 10 minutes and check if the battery can start the vehicle normally and if the engine runs smoothly without abnormal vibrations to assess performance.