What To Bring To The Dealership
Start your next adventure here at Gettel Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM. Since 2017, we’ve helped thousands of customers upgrade their vehicles in the Port Charlotte, North Port, Venice and Fort Myers area. We pride ourselves on creating an inviting atmosphere and helping our customers find the perfect car for their needs and lifestyle. We’ve worked with a lot of guests with unique needs, but there are some steps that everyone can take to make the car-buying experience quick and easy.
For example, if you still need to decide on the car you want, you can save time by simply shopping our incredible selection of new and used vehicles online. You can also save even more time by getting pre-approved for financing on our website before you arrive at the dealership. Finally, gather the documents you’ll need ahead of time. Planning ahead, shopping online and staying organized can make your dealership experience seamless.
To help you stay on track, we put together a checklist of the documents you’ll need to buy or lease a car below:
Dealership Checklist
What To Bring To Purchase A Vehicle
- Driver’s License: You should always have your license with you, but it’s especially important when visiting a car dealership. Before you can test drive a car, a member of our team will ask to see a copy of your driver’s license.
- Proof of Insurance: In Florida, all drivers must carry proof of insurance whenever they’re behind the wheel. When you purchase your car at Gettel Automotive, you will need to show valid proof of insurance. For more peace of mind, contact your insurance agent to find out what you need to add the new vehicle to your policy.
- Proof of Income: If you’re planning on getting a loan through Gettel Automotive, bring a few of your most recent pay stubs. Showing proof of employment is crucial when applying for an auto loan.
- Preferred Form of Payment: Whether you decide a loan, check, or cash is your preferred form of payment, you’ll want to have it ready. Plan to have your down payment with you when you walk in. and if you plan to finance through the dealership, make sure to set aside some time to fill out the necessary paperwork.
- Credit Score and History: At Gettel Automotive, we can pull and check your credit score, but before you come in, you can check it yourself and bring it in for us to speed up the process.
- Discount Information: If you have a discount coming from the dealership, manufacturer, or your credit card company, you’ll need to provide accurate documentation in order to take advantage of it.
What To Bring To Trade In Your Vehicle
- Title and Registration: This documentation is important when proving that the car you want to trade in is actually yours. If you’re having trouble locating the original title, you can get a copy from your DMV. If your registration is expired, it should still be eligible.
- Service Records: You can increase the trade-in value of your vehicle by providing proper documentation of all service and maintenance performed.
- All Sets of Keys: Bring all sets of keys that you have for your vehciel.
Find Your Next Vehicle
Here at Gettel Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, we strive to make every moment a stress-free, pleasant experience and we hope this checklist helps you prepare for the next time you buy or lease a vehicle. Our team of professionals will work with you until you find the vehicle that meets your criteria. Don’t forget to schedule maintenance service with us.
We can’t wait to see you!
