: Creating and double-checking the sales contract, loan applications, and odometer statements.
: Most states require dealers to store physical copies of sales documents for several years (e.g., 7 years) for auditing purposes.
A (or "doc fee") is a charge by a car dealership to cover the administrative costs of processing and filing the paperwork for your vehicle purchase or lease . Think of it as a "shipping and handling" fee for the complex legal documents required to get you on the road. What is Included in a Doc Fee?