What Should I Bring to the Dealership When I'm Ready to Buy or Lease? | Lafayette LA

Dealership Checklist

What to Bring to the Dealership When You're Ready to Buy or Lease in Lafayette, LA

If you’re wondering what you should bring to our dealership when you’re ready to purchase or lease a new Nissan or used vehicle, let’s celebrate for a second. It’s a big deal that you’re about to drive away in the model of your dreams, and we wouldn’t want to cause any hiccups before you start your ownership experience. That’s why we’ve created a comprehensive checklist of forms of ID, documents and other items for our customers to make that transition as seamless as possible. Don’t worry about having to turn around on your drive to our finance department — with this list, you’ll have everything you need to sign on the dotted line with confidence.

As you scroll, you’ll notice that each section is organized by specific needs, so skip those that don’t apply. If you have a home printer, feel free to print our checklist to make organization even more efficient. And once you’ve collected all of the items and documents that you’ll need, drive down to Giles Nissan Lafayette for your appointment! We can’t wait to serve you!

What To Bring

DriversLicense_Icon

Your Driver's License

Checkmark
ProofOfInsurance

Proof of Car Insurance

Checkmark
Proof of Income

Proof of Income

Checkmark
Method of Payment

Method of Payment

Checkmark
Your Social Security Number

Your Social Security Number

Checkmark

Trade In Your Old Vehicle

For those who like to get two things done at the same time, trade-in your vehicle to place towards your new purchase or lease. We have two ways of valuing your car’s worth: Use our Kelley Blue Book® trade-in tool or our Car and Driver form. Your KBB® Instant Cash Offer, once verified in person, can be used as trade-in credit or cash that you can take home. Both tools are safe to use, so if you’d like to sell or trade in your used car, truck or SUV, bring your quote into our office along with these items below:

Documents for Trade-In

Documents for Trade-In
(title, registration, current loan paperwork)

Checkmark
All Sets of Trade-In Vehicle's Keys

All sets of keys

Checkmark

What to Pay Attention
to During Your Test Drive

If you haven’t taken a test drive with your current model, we highly recommend doing so before finalizing your purchase or lease. You’ll get to know your vehicle in the best way possible, so when you’re on the road, keep in mind these to-dos below:

Get comfy in the driver's seat

Get comfortable in the
driver's seat

Checkmark
Pay attention to the feel of the ride

Pay attention to the feel
of the ride

Checkmark
Try out various features inside and out

Try out various features
inside and out

Checkmark
Test out the parking and visibility in different environments

Test out the parking and
visibility in different
environments

Checkmark
Don't rush!

Don't rush!

Checkmark

Final Steps in the Car-Buying Process

You’re almost done! There are only two more steps in your car buying or leasing process:

Review the paperwork carefully before signing

Review the paperwork
carefully before signing

Checkmark
Remember your new keys and thank the people you've been working with!

Remember your new keys
and to thank the people
you've been working with!

Checkmark

We hope our handy checklist has helped you gather the documents you need to have a smooth, hassle-free buying or leasing experience with us. If you’re considering the purchase or lease of a new vehicle from Giles Nissan Lafayette, feel free to contact us or stop by anytime at 6137 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA 70503 for a test drive. We look forward to serving our customers from New Iberia, Abbeville, Youngsville and Broussard.