How Long is Considered a Stock Vehicle?
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Generally, for domestic independent brands and joint venture vehicles, if the time from production to delivery exceeds six months, it is considered a stock vehicle. For imported vehicles, if the time from production to delivery exceeds one year, it is considered a stock vehicle. 1. From the perspective of national laws, there is no complete and precise regulation on how long the duration of a stock vehicle should be. 2. In terms of time, it usually refers to vehicles that have been stored in inventory for more than a year without being sold. 3. Stock vehicles are further divided into medium-term and long-term stock. Medium-term storage refers to a duration of 60 days, while long-term storage refers to a duration of more than 90 days.
The concept of inventory cars is quite common in the automotive industry. The standard I understand is generally that a new car parked at a dealership for more than 6 months is considered an inventory car. The main reasons include the aging of components due to prolonged inactivity, such as the battery possibly running out of power, tires being prone to deformation, and engine oil deteriorating easily. I once helped a friend buy a car and found that the VIN showed the production date was six months ago, and that car was sold at a significant discount. Currently, many dealers in the market are eager to clear stock, and inventory cars often come with discounts of around 15%. However, buyers must carefully inspect the car's condition, including the engine sound and braking system, to avoid purchasing a problematic vehicle. If you buy an inventory car, it's advisable to change the engine oil and perform a comprehensive maintenance as soon as possible to ensure safe driving. Checking the production date before buying a car is a habit that can save you a lot of money.
