What are the six things to collect when paying in full for a car?
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When paying in full for a car, you should collect the following: 1. The vehicle's complete factory certificate of conformity—without it, the car cannot be registered; 2. The vehicle's three-service warranty card; 3. Two car keys—new cars always come with two keys; 4. The purchase invoice, which comes in three copies; 5. The vehicle maintenance manual; 6. The vehicle conformity certificate. Some of these documents and items are required for vehicle registration at the DMV, while others should be kept by the owner. Before making the full payment, always inspect the car body for any damage, check the windows (including the front and rear windshields and sunroof), as glass is fragile and can be damaged during transport. Finally, verify the engine and the functionality of all dashboard controls.
I just paid in full for my new car last week, and the salesperson repeatedly reminded me to make sure I got six essential items: the vehicle certificate (required for registration), the purchase invoice (all four copies must be taken), two car keys (a spare in case one is lost), the three-guarantee certificate (essential for the three-year warranty), the maintenance manual (the first free service coupon is tucked inside), and the onboard toolkit (the warning triangle and jack are the most important). Oh, and remember to check the VIN on the spot to ensure it matches the documents—my neighbor had an issue where a letter on the invoice was wrong, delaying everything for a whole day to get it reissued. It’s best to bring a car-savvy friend when taking delivery to help check the tire date and engine oil color.
