How many keys are provided when buying a car?
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When purchasing a car from a 4S dealership, two keys are provided: one primary key and one spare key. Below is relevant information about car purchases: 1. Documents required for financing a car: (1) Valid personal identification documents (household register, ID card, etc.). (2) A purchase intention letter issued by the car dealer. (3) Proof of personal income, which requires certification and stamping from the employer. (4) Relevant materials for providing guarantees. (5) Proof of down payment for the car. (6) Two one-inch photos. 2. Considerations when purchasing a car: Determine affordability to ensure the purchase does not affect the family's overall quality of life. Generally, this is based on the family's average income over the past three years, typically allocating 20% of the family's income but not exceeding 10% of the family's fixed asset value.
When buying a car, in most cases, you will be given two keys, including a primary key and a spare key. This is my personal experience—from my first car purchase decades ago to now, every new car delivery has been arranged this way. The primary key is for daily driving, while the spare is kept at home or entrusted to family members. Once, my primary key fell into a puddle and got damaged, but fortunately, the spare key came in handy just in time, avoiding trouble. When buying a used car, the number of keys may be reduced, such as only one remaining, requiring additional expenses to duplicate a new key, which isn’t cheap—starting from several hundred yuan. I strongly recommend confirming key details with the salesperson before purchasing and specifying it in the contract to ensure you receive two keys. This isn’t just about convenience but also involves security and theft prevention—a spare key can prevent accidental lockouts or theft.
