You’ve done all the research, you’ve found the perfect vehicle, the right color, Make, model, and you even did the test drive and now after a very long process, you have to go through a long process of paperwork. We get it, buying a car can be longer than you’ve hoped but did you know you can actually make the process go faster? Yup, it’s true! When you first come to the dealership come with everything you need, that way if you find the vehicle for you, you don’t have to come back later with all of your documents. Not sure what you need? No problem, because below we’ve listed out all of the paperwork and documents you’ll need with you to have a fast and easy car buying experience!

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What you’ll need:

Your driver’s license: Your I.D. is proof that you are a legally registered driver, this is important since you have to drive off the lot. Your driver’s license is a way to identify that the check or another form of payment is actually yours, too.

Your payment form: Whether it is a bank, credit union, or personal check, pre-approved loan, or any other payment form – be sure to bring it. If you are planning to put money towards a down payment you will need some way to pay for it.  

Proof of insurance: In order to drive your new vehicle off the lot, you will need proof of insurance. It’s a good idea to call your insurance company ahead of time and add the new vehicle to your existing policy. You’ll need the car’s VIN number to set this up. You can also call from the dealership and have them fax or email the insurance card to the dealership.

Title/ Registration for your trade-in: If you are trading in a vehicle, be sure to bring the title. If you have a co-signer or a lien against the car, get the appropriate signature ahead of time. This part can be tricky and sometimes causes a hold-up. Give the dealership a call if you are unsure how to go about this. Also, you will need a copy of your current registration.

Loan account number: If you are trading in a vehicle and still owe on your loan, bring the loan account number. This number is on one of your payment stubs. You can also call the lender beforehand and ask how to facilitate the transaction.