Is a residence permit required to buy a used car?

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No residence permit is required to buy a used car. Below are the relevant details: 1. Overview: Whether purchasing a used car or a new car, a residence permit is not required. A residence permit is only needed when registering the motor vehicle, meaning non-local residents buying a car locally and applying for a local license plate need to provide a residence permit. 2. Additional notes: If the purchased used car is not an imported motor vehicle through customs or a motor vehicle exempt from safety technical inspection as stipulated by the competent department of motor vehicle products under the State Council, a motor vehicle safety technical inspection certificate must also be submitted. The vehicle management office should confirm the motor vehicle within two days from the date of accepting the application, verify the vehicle identification number and its imprint, review the submitted certificates and documents, and issue the motor vehicle registration certificate, license plate, driving license, and inspection qualification mark.