Jan 11, 2022

If you’re looking to join the Toyota family, we are thrilled and we want to help you upgrade your drive to thrilling in a fast and simple process. Below we have lined out a handful of things that you should bring with you before you walk through the dealership doors. By doing so you will save yourself a good chunk of time and maybe even a trip back to the dealership, because why would you want to spend your time at the dealership when you could be spending it on the open road, with turbocharged power? Yeah, that’s what we thought too. So save the time and headache and make sure to bring along these items to speed up your car buying process!

  • 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 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 pay stubs. You can also call the lender beforehand and ask how to facilitate the transaction.