Is it normal for a new car invoice to have only three copies?
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It is normal for a new car invoice to have only three copies. Here is the relevant introduction about new cars: 1. Precautions: Avoid emergency braking. Emergency braking not only impacts the braking system during the break-in period but also increases the impact load on the chassis and engine. Mainly check the paint and sheet metal parts. Carefully inspect under direct or backlight—the new car's paint should have no color difference, appearing uniformly full, smooth, and flat; the body sheet metal should be flat without dents, with smooth transitions between parts and consistent gaps at the joints. 2. Maintenance methods: Mainly combined with the first-level maintenance of the car, drain accumulated water and sediment from the fuel tank, and check for oil leaks at pipe joints and switches.
I just bought a new car recently, and it's quite normal to have only a triplicate invoice. Based on car-buying experience, the standard triplicate includes the customer copy for you to keep as proof of vehicle ownership, the dealer copy for the seller's record-keeping and tax reporting, and the registration copy to be submitted to the DMV for license plate registration and other procedures. In many places, this three- or four-part setup is standard practice, streamlining the entire process. My first car came with a triplicate invoice, and everything went smoothly with the title transfer and insurance application because key details like the purchase date, VIN, and transaction amount were all there. Don't worry—fewer copies can actually make it easier to manage, just make sure signatures are clear and all fields are filled out to avoid any disputes later on.
