Why Do 4S Stores Charge a 10,000 Yuan License Plate Deposit?
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4S stores charge a license plate deposit to prevent cross-regional sales. This deposit will be refunded to the consumer after the vehicle is registered. Below is an introduction to vehicle license plates: 1. Introduction: A license plate, commonly known as a car plate, is a panel hung on the front and rear of a vehicle. It is typically made of aluminum, sheet metal, plastic, or paper, and displays the vehicle's registration number, registration region, or other relevant information. 2. Function: License plates serve as a numbering and information registration system for vehicles. Their primary purpose is to identify the vehicle's region of registration and allow authorities to trace the vehicle's owner and registration details. 3. Temporary License Plates: Temporary license plates are issued by vehicle management authorities when a car has not yet been officially registered due to pending procedures. Temporary plates have time and regional restrictions.
Last month I encountered the same issue when helping a friend pick up their car. The 10,000 yuan license plate deposit charged by the 4S store is mainly because they're afraid you won't complete the formal procedures when the temporary license expires, and the DMV will hold them accountable. Also, in some cities with license plate restrictions, the 4S store needs to ensure the vehicle is registered under their name promptly. Think about it—if the owner delays getting the license plate for several months, their sales targets get stuck. But remember to keep the receipt for this deposit; it can be refunded once the metal license plate is installed. Last time I specifically asked the after-sales manager, and he said if you encounter a situation where they refuse to refund, calling the manufacturer's 400 hotline to complain is the most effective solution.
