Buying a car involves two sets of "papers": the documents you must bring to the seller to complete the transaction and the documents you should receive once the deal is finalized. Documents You Need to Bring
: This may be a cashier's check, a pre-approved loan letter, or a personal check (verify what the seller accepts). looking to buy a car
: If trading in your current vehicle, bring its title (often called the "pink slip"), current registration, and any payoff information if you still have an active loan. Documents You Should Receive Buying a car involves two sets of "papers":