Where to Reissue a Lost Used Car Invoice?
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You can request a replacement invoice at the place of transaction (most will issue a certificate instead). Required documents: vehicle registration certificate, driving license, and photocopies of both parties' ID cards. Below are specific details about used car transaction invoices: 1. Purpose: Serves as proof of origin required during the transfer process, certifying that the vehicle's procedures are normal and it's not a stolen vehicle. Used car transaction invoices must be issued by formal used car markets or qualified enterprises with invoicing authority. The invoice comes in quintuplicate, with the first two copies given to the owner and the remaining three retained by the issuing unit. Of the two copies kept by the owner, the first copy is for personal records and can be used for insurance transfer, while the other copy is submitted to the service station for archival purposes. 2. Amount: Underreporting the invoice amount results in reduced insurance coverage.
Recently, I lost the invoice for my used car, which was quite worrying since it's essential for transfer, sale, or inspection. I bought it directly from a used car market, so I immediately contacted the seller. They asked me to bring the vehicle registration certificate and ID card, fill out a simple application, and pay a 30-yuan reissue fee. I got the new invoice the same day. If their system has records, it’s pretty quick; for private transactions, you might need to bring the original owner along to negotiate. Sometimes, the DMV also has service windows that can help retrieve records and reissue, but it’s less convenient than going straight to the seller. I’ve developed a habit: after purchasing a car, I immediately take photos of the invoice and vehicle license to store on my phone, and keep the paper documents locked in a folder—this way, I don’t have to worry about losing them again, saving a lot of hassle.
