Do I need insurance before I leave the dealership?

Do I need my own car insurance when I move out?

That means you're still covered when you drive your parents' vehicles. However, if you move out permanently, you'll typically need your own car insurance policy. Explore Progressive Answers' auto editorial guidelines to find out why you can trust the car insurance information you find here.

Do dealerships give temporary insurance?

Dealership insurance programs offer a convenient way to secure immediate coverage for your new vehicle. These programs are often designed to provide temporary insurance that aligns with the duration of your dealership's warranty or until you arrange for long-term coverage with an insurance provider.

What happens if you just give your car back to the dealership?

When you find yourself unable to make your car payments and ultimately choose to return the vehicle to the dealer (which is known as voluntary repossession), the dealer usually turns around and attempts to re-sell the vehicle. The proceeds from that sale would then go towards repaying the original loan.

How long can a dealership keep your car?

Under the California lemon law, a car dealership can hold your car for a maximum of 30 cumulative repair durations and a number of set repair attempts. Beyond this timeframe, you are eligible for a lemon claim, provided that your car fits the warranty requirements.

Can I return a financed car if it has problems?

Can you return a new car if there's something wrong with it? Yes — most states have lemon laws to protect consumers if their newly purchased car has unforeseen mechanical issues. You may also be able to return a vehicle if your lender didn't approve a loan or the salesperson was dishonest.

Do I need to have insurance before buying a used car?

Technically, you can buy a vehicle without insurance. However, whether you're buying a new or used car, you need auto insurance to drive it home — specifically, a policy that meets your state's minimum amount of liability insurance. Most car dealerships won't allow you to leave with the car unless it's insured first.

Does car insurance start immediately?

Getting car insurance instantly is possible with many auto insurance companies, including Progressive. In some states, you only need your driver's license number, vehicle identification number (VIN), and at least the first month's payment to activate an auto insurance policy.

How much will my insurance go up with a new car?

Your premium is based on a number of factors that vary from person to person. These include your car's age, make and model, your driving record and, in some states, your age, gender and credit history. Because of this, it's impossible to say exactly how much your insurance will increase with a new car.

Can I cancel my car insurance if I'm not using my car?

Depending on your state's rules and insurer, you may be able to pause your car insurance if you won't be driving for an extended period. If putting a pause on your car insurance isn't possible, you can reduce your coverages or cancel your policy for the time you don't need it.

Do you need insurance the day you buy a car?

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In most states you need insurance to legally drive on the road. That means you'll need to be insured before you can legally drive your new vehicle off the lot. Some dealerships may require it, too.

Do I need to insure a car that isn't being driven?

Do you need insurance for a car in storage? Legally, you don't need insurance coverage for a car that's not being driven and is in storage. However, if the vehicle gets stolen, vandalized, or damaged in an accident or weather-related event, you'll be responsible for any resulting expenses if you don't carry insurance.

Can you leave a car at the dealership after buying it?

For the most part, once the contract has been signed, you cannot return the vehicle. That said, there are some used car dealerships, such as CarMax, that have a 10-day return policy, but those are the exception rather than the rule.

Can I get my deposit back on a car if I change my mind?

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Most likely, it says that your deposit is non-refundable. The basis for the clause is usually that the deposit is a form of liquidated damages, an award to the dealer for whatever troubles you put them through by expressing interest in the car and not ultimately buying it.

How long is too long for a car to be in the shop?

With a 30-day time limit on dealerships and plenty of regulations ensuring you know where your car is at a repair shop, the repair process should hopefully go smoothly.

Can I trade in a car I still owe money on?

Can you trade in a car that has a loan? A common question we encounter is "will a dealership buy my car if I still owe?" It is definitely possible to trade in even if you are still paying your auto loan for that vehicle.

Can I return my car to the dealership if I can't afford it?

Bottom line. Car dealers are usually not obligated to let you return a car. In most cases, it's up to dealer policies (unless otherwise required by law).

How to get rid of a financed car?

Can you leave dealership without insurance?

If you buy your vehicle outright with cash, you can leave the dealership, but you risk not being covered while on the road, which is against the law in each state. You must have the minimum state-required coverage required, which is liability coverage.

Why is temporary car insurance a good idea?

If you often borrow or rent cars for short periods, you might want to get your own non-owner car insurance. This is a good idea if you'll be driving other cars with little or no insurance coverage from the owners.

Can you drive a used car right after buying it?

As long as you are properly insured you can drive it. And you don't need proof of ownership to insure a vehicle, you just need access to the vin number to be able to have the coverage applied to that vehicle. I've had vehicles insured 10 minutes after purchase. It's not difficult.