At Tillema Auto, we specialize in selling quality, used vehicles. Each of our vehicles are diligently inspected by our professional mechanics before they're listed for sale. For those looking to purchase a used vehicle, it can be confusing to know what you need to bring to complete your purchase. This used car buying checklist will explain what you need to bring with you in order to complete the sale and take your used vehicle home.
Used Car Buying Checklist - What You Need to Bring
Since most people only need to buy vehicles every few years or so, the process can feel foreign. It's no fun to show up to take your vehicle home and find out that you're missing a key piece of information.
Before you head out the door, check this quick list. Do you have everything you'll need? You'll want to make sure that you've collected:
Your driver's license
License plate, registration, and proof of insurance (if you're transferring a plate)
For trades, you'll need the vehicle's title, release of lien, and keys
No-fault insurance (in the state of Michigan and other states)
Financing information and/or payment
1. Driver's license
You probably have your driver's license with you already, but this is definitely one item you don't want to forget. A valid driver's license is required for test driving and for completing the paperwork to buy your vehicle.
2. License plate, registration, and proof of insurance from your previous vehicle
Many buyers end up transferring a license plate from a different vehicle. The plate itself might not be so hard to remember, but did you grab the registration and proof of insurance for your current vehicle, too?
These documents make for a quicker process for you. However, if you do not have the registration, we can typically get the information we need from the plate.
3. Information for your traded vehicle
A lot of our buyers like to trade in their current vehicle for their next vehicle. This gives you the opportunity to get a better value with the trade-in sales tax credit in Michigan.
If you're trading a vehicle in, you will need to bring the vehicle's title, a release of lien (if applicable), and all of the keys.
4. No-fault insurance
In the State of Michigan, you are required to have no-fault insurance before signing the paperwork to buy a vehicle. Once you have your insurance squared away, you'll need to make sure to bring with you the proof of insurance, which includes your insurance company and your policy number.
5. Payment or financing information
If we're financing the vehicle in house, we may need some additional information that could include proof of income and personal references
If you're paying for your vehicle outright, you'll need to bring a credit or debit card, cash, or a check.
Have Questions About What to Bring?
If you have questions about what you need to bring in order to buy your used car, don't hesitate to give us a call at 616-878-5991. Our friendly team is standing by, ready to help you with your used vehicle purchase. At Tillema Auto, our customers are like family.
Still on the hunt for the right vehicle for you? Stop by any time, or check out our inventory online.
