: Most states require a valid insurance card or policy documents before you can take delivery.

The dealer will generate a significant amount of paperwork for you to review and sign:

: This can be a cashier's check, personal check (verify with the dealer first), or loan paperwork if using outside financing.

When buying a new car, you need to provide specific documentation to the dealer to complete the sale, and you should expect to receive a set of documents in return to prove ownership and handle registration. Documents You Need to Provide

: To prove your identity and allow you to drive the car off the lot.