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What Is a Buyer's Order for a Car?
A buyer's order is a dealership document that itemizes the vehicle, selling price, taxes, fees, trade, products, and total transaction.
Buyer's Order in plain English
A buyer's order is a dealership document that itemizes the vehicle, selling price, taxes, fees, trade, products, and total transaction.
It should match the agreed vehicle and numbers before financing or final signatures.
Verify VIN, year, model, trim, and mileage.
What to review about buyer's order
The complete transaction matters more than the label alone.
- 1
Vehicle identity
Verify VIN, year, model, trim, and mileage.
- 2
Selling price
Separate dealer discount from rebates.
- 3
Fees and products
Identify every charge.
- 4
Trade and payoff
Confirm value and equity treatment.
A practical example
A customer agrees to a $45,000 price but sees a $2,995 protection package added to the buyer's order.
The customer should compare the complete financial and practical effect before moving forward.
Common questions
Is it legally binding? The effect depends on signatures and conditions.
Is it the loan contract? No.
Should I keep a copy? Yes.
Related terms
Continue with purchase order, installment contract and out-the-door price.
Questions about buyer's order?
Belgravia can review the buyer's order and compare the complete written offer.