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title: "our Hassle-Free Guide to Car Buying at Castle Automotive Group"
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Learn what to bring when buying or leasing a new or used vehicle from Castle Auto Group. Includes required documents for Illinois, Indiana, and out-of-state buyers, plus guidance for business purchases and trade-ins to make your visit fast and hassle-free.

# What to Bring When Buying a Car: Essential Documents & Checklist

## General Requirements for All Buyers

### Trading in a Vehicle?

### Titling in a Business Name?

## New vs. Used Vehicles

## Illinois Customers

## Indiana Customers

## Out-of-State Buyers

## Why Buy from Castle Cars?

### The Castle Difference Includes:

To make your visit to Castle Auto Group fast, easy, and stress-free, we’ve created this checklist to ensure you're fully prepared. Whether you're shopping in Indiana, Illinois, or visiting us from out of state, knowing what to bring can save you time and help you drive away happy.

Pro Tip: Save time at the dealership by starting your credit application or trade-in estimate online at castlecars.com.

When you buy or lease from Castle Auto Group, you’re getting more than a vehicle-you’re getting peace of mind and premium value through The Castle Difference.

Shop Easy, Drive Happy. That’s the Castle Difference.