How Many Months Does a Car Need to Sit to Be Considered a Stock Vehicle?

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There is no clear definition for a stock vehicle, and there are no relevant national regulations specifying the term. However, in the automotive sales industry, the term "stock vehicle" is indeed used, generally referring to vehicles that have been in stock for more than three months or half a year. For imported cars, due to factors like transportation cycles, those that are six months or a year past their manufacturing date are also considered stock vehicles. Below is an introduction to stock vehicles: Concept of stock vehicles: Generally, stock vehicles refer to cars that remain unsold for more than three months after being manufactured and leaving the factory. Since the automotive manufacturing industry emphasizes timeliness, under normal circumstances, new cars are sold to buyers within one or two months after leaving the factory. Vehicles that remain unsold for more than three months or longer are typically considered stock vehicles. Comparison between stock vehicles and new vehicles: "Cars are not damaged by driving but by sitting idle." For stock vehicles parked for months or even a year, components such as the battery, various fluids, rubber parts, paint, and related drainage holes are all likely to be affected to some extent. Are there "additional after-sales guarantees" when buying stock vehicles? Currently, when consumers purchase a car, they must sign a purchase contract with the 4S store. However, the contract does not specify whether consumers buying stock vehicles are entitled to special extended warranties or after-sales services. Moreover, there are no relevant national laws or regulations to supervise the quality of stock vehicles.