{"id":4526,"date":"2026-08-25T20:36:38","date_gmt":"2026-08-25T20:36:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/invoice-pricing.com\/cars\/?post_type=buying-tip&#038;p=4526"},"modified":"2026-08-25T20:36:39","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T20:36:39","slug":"factory-order-new-car-checklist","status":"publish","type":"buying-tip","link":"https:\/\/invoice-pricing.com\/cars\/buying-tip\/factory-order-new-car-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Factory-Ordering a New Car: Order Tracker and Price-Protection Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<main id=\"ip-factory-order\" style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,&apos;Open Sans&apos;,sans-serif;font-size:.9375em;color:#212529;line-height:1.65;display:block;width:100%;max-width:100%;position:relative;background:#fff\">\n  <section style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:100%;overflow:hidden;background:linear-gradient(135deg,#0d1f2e 0%,#1a2d3d 55%,#243f57 100%);color:#fff;padding:clamp(40px,7vw,68px) 0 clamp(38px,6vw,58px)\">\n    <div style=\"max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(16px,3vw,22px);display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(min(100%,420px),1fr));gap:clamp(26px,4vw,48px);align-items:start;min-width:0;width:100%\">\n      <div style=\"min-width:0;padding-top:8px\">\n        <span style=\"display:inline-block;color:#9ee8f8;padding:6px 14px;border-radius:999px;font-size:10.5px;font-weight:800;letter-spacing:.06em;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:14px\">Car Buyer Action Kit<\/span>\n        <h2 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-size:clamp(30px,4vw,50px);font-weight:900;line-height:1.06;letter-spacing:-.03em;color:#fff;margin:0 0 16px\">Factory-Ordering a New Car: Order Tracker and Price-Protection Checklist<\/h2>\n        <p style=\"font-size:1rem;line-height:1.65;margin:0 0 14px\">Turn a long verbal promise into a documented order. Record the exact configuration, pricing basis, deposit terms, incentive timing, status milestones, VIN, and final-delivery conditions.<\/p>\n        <div style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;margin:20px 0 14px\">\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/invoice-pricing.com\/?engine=organic\" style=\"text-decoration:none;display:inline-flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;min-height:48px;padding:12px 26px;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-weight:800;font-size:.9rem;line-height:1.2;text-align:center;border:2px solid transparent;border-radius:30px;color:#fff;background:#0696bf\">Start With Invoice-Pricing.com<\/a>\n          <a href=\"#before\" style=\"text-decoration:none;display:inline-flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;min-height:48px;padding:12px 26px;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-weight:800;font-size:.9rem;line-height:1.2;text-align:center;border-radius:30px;color:#fff;background:transparent\">Start the Order Tracker<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <p style=\"font-size:1rem;line-height:1.65;margin:0 0 14px;font-size:.82rem;margin:0\">Updated August 17, 2026 \u00b7 Invoice-Pricing.com Editorial Team<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <aside aria-label=\"Seven facts to document\" style=\"min-width:0;background:#fff;color:#212529;border-radius:20px;padding:26px 28px 28px\">\n        <span style=\"display:inline-block;background:#e0f5fb;color:#056d8a;border-radius:999px;padding:4px 11px;font-size:.68rem;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;margin-bottom:10px\">Order control sheet<\/span>\n        <h2 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:clamp(18px,2.2vw,24px);font-weight:800;line-height:1.2;margin:0 0 10px;letter-spacing:-.02em\">Seven facts to document<\/h2>\n        <p style=\"color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.88rem;margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.6\">A factory order has more moving parts than an in-stock purchase. Preserve what was agreed and what can still change.<\/p>\n        <div style=\"display:grid;gap:8px;margin:0 0 20px\"><div style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:10px;background:#f4f8fb;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:10px;padding:10px 14px;font-weight:700;font-size:.85rem\"><span style=\"color:#212529\">Configuration<\/span><strong style=\"color:#0696bf;text-align:right\">Signed build sheet<\/strong><\/div><div style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:10px;background:#f4f8fb;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:10px;padding:10px 14px;font-weight:700;font-size:.85rem\"><span style=\"color:#212529\">Price<\/span><strong style=\"color:#0696bf;text-align:right\">Written basis<\/strong><\/div><div style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:10px;background:#f4f8fb;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:10px;padding:10px 14px;font-weight:700;font-size:.85rem\"><span style=\"color:#212529\">Deposit<\/span><strong style=\"color:#0696bf;text-align:right\">Refund rules<\/strong><\/div><div style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:10px;background:#f4f8fb;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:10px;padding:10px 14px;font-weight:700;font-size:.85rem\"><span style=\"color:#212529\">Allocation<\/span><strong style=\"color:#0696bf;text-align:right\">Dealer status<\/strong><\/div><div style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:10px;background:#f4f8fb;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:10px;padding:10px 14px;font-weight:700;font-size:.85rem\"><span style=\"color:#212529\">Milestones<\/span><strong style=\"color:#0696bf;text-align:right\">Dated updates<\/strong><\/div><div style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:10px;background:#f4f8fb;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:10px;padding:10px 14px;font-weight:700;font-size:.85rem\"><span style=\"color:#212529\">Vehicle<\/span><strong style=\"color:#0696bf;text-align:right\">VIN when assigned<\/strong><\/div><div style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:10px;background:#f4f8fb;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:10px;padding:10px 14px;font-weight:700;font-size:.85rem\"><span style=\"color:#212529\">Delivery<\/span><strong style=\"color:#0696bf;text-align:right\">Inspect before signing<\/strong><\/div><\/div>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/invoice-pricing.com\/?engine=organic\" style=\"text-decoration:none;display:inline-flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;min-height:48px;padding:12px 26px;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-weight:800;font-size:.9rem;line-height:1.2;text-align:center;border:2px solid transparent;border-radius:30px;color:#fff;background:#0696bf;display:flex;width:100%\">Check My Invoice Price<\/a>\n      <\/aside>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section aria-label=\"Resource highlights\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:100%;overflow:hidden;background:#fff;border-bottom:1px solid #dbe5f0\">\n    <div style=\"max-width:1180px;width:100%;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(16px,3vw,22px);min-width:0;display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(min(100%,220px),1fr));padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n      <div style=\"padding:18px 16px;border-right:1px solid #dbe5f0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.88rem\">Action focused<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.78rem;margin-top:2px\">Built for a real dealership decision<\/span><\/div>\n      <div style=\"padding:18px 16px;border-right:1px solid #dbe5f0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.88rem\">Printable worksheet<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.78rem;margin-top:2px\">No account or calculator required<\/span><\/div>\n      <div style=\"padding:18px 16px;border-right:1px solid #dbe5f0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.88rem\">Buyer controlled<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.78rem;margin-top:2px\">Compare facts before committing<\/span><\/div>\n      <div style=\"padding:18px 16px\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.88rem\">Source reviewed<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.78rem;margin-top:2px\">Government and expert guidance<\/span><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:100%;overflow:hidden;padding:clamp(38px,6vw,58px) 0\"><div style=\"max-width:1180px;width:100%;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(16px,3vw,22px);min-width:0\">\n    <div style=\"background:#e0f5fb;border:1px solid #b3e2f0;border-left:5px solid #0696bf;border-radius:12px;padding:22px 24px\"><p style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#056d8a;font-weight:900;font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.07em;text-transform:uppercase;font-size:.93rem\">Quick answer<\/p><h2 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:clamp(24px,3.5vw,38px);font-weight:900;line-height:1.1;letter-spacing:-.03em;margin:0 0 16px\">How do you factory-order a new car safely?<\/h2><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529;margin-bottom:0\">Get a signed order summary showing the model, trim, drivetrain, colors, packages, options, quantities, and accepted substitutions. Separately document the selling-price basis, fees, deposit and refund terms, allocation status, estimated timing, incentive and price-protection rules, and what happens after a delay or material change. Track every status update and VIN assignment, then rebuild the final deal and inspect the exact vehicle before accepting delivery.<\/p><\/div>\n    <nav aria-label=\"On this page\" style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin-top:14px\"><a href=\"#before\" style=\"text-decoration:none;background:#fff;border:1px solid #b3e2f0;border-radius:999px;padding:6px 11px;font-size:.75rem;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">Before ordering<\/a><a href=\"#order-sheet\" style=\"text-decoration:none;background:#fff;border:1px solid #b3e2f0;border-radius:999px;padding:6px 11px;font-size:.75rem;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">Order sheet<\/a><a href=\"#price\" style=\"text-decoration:none;background:#fff;border:1px solid #b3e2f0;border-radius:999px;padding:6px 11px;font-size:.75rem;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">Price protection<\/a><a href=\"#tracker\" style=\"text-decoration:none;background:#fff;border:1px solid #b3e2f0;border-radius:999px;padding:6px 11px;font-size:.75rem;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">Status tracker<\/a><a href=\"#delivery\" style=\"text-decoration:none;background:#fff;border:1px solid #b3e2f0;border-radius:999px;padding:6px 11px;font-size:.75rem;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">Final delivery<\/a><a href=\"#faqs\" style=\"text-decoration:none;background:#fff;border:1px solid #b3e2f0;border-radius:999px;padding:6px 11px;font-size:.75rem;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">FAQs<\/a><\/nav>\n  <\/div><\/section>\n\n  <section id=\"before\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:100%;overflow:hidden;padding:clamp(38px,6vw,58px) 0\"><div style=\"max-width:1180px;width:100%;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(16px,3vw,22px);min-width:0\"><p style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#056d8a;font-weight:900;font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.07em;text-transform:uppercase\">Step zero<\/p><h2 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:clamp(24px,3.5vw,38px);font-weight:900;line-height:1.1;letter-spacing:-.03em;margin:0 0 16px\">Confirm that the dealer can place or match the order<\/h2><p style=\"margin:0 0 24px;font-size:1rem;color:#5d6b7a;max-width:900px\">An order request is not necessarily a manufacturer-accepted order. Ask where the vehicle sits in the dealer and manufacturer process.<\/p><div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(min(100%,250px),1fr));gap:18px;width:100%;min-width:0\">\n<article style=\"min-width:0;background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:12px;padding:22px\"><span style=\"display:inline-block;background:#e0f5fb;color:#056d8a;border-radius:999px;padding:4px 11px;font-size:.68rem;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;margin-bottom:10px\">Demand<\/span><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">Why are you ordering?<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Confirm that the desired configuration is actually orderable and not available locally at a better complete price. Check current and incoming inventory before accepting a long wait.<\/p><\/article>\n<article style=\"min-width:0;background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:12px;padding:22px\"><span style=\"display:inline-block;background:#e0f5fb;color:#056d8a;border-radius:999px;padding:4px 11px;font-size:.68rem;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;margin-bottom:10px\">Allocation<\/span><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">Does the dealer have a path to production?<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Ask whether the store has allocation, is waiting for allocation, is submitting a preference request, or is matching an incoming unit. Record the dealer&#8217;s exact wording.<\/p><\/article>\n<article style=\"min-width:0;background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:12px;padding:22px\"><span style=\"display:inline-block;background:#e0f5fb;color:#056d8a;border-radius:999px;padding:4px 11px;font-size:.68rem;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;margin-bottom:10px\">Timing<\/span><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">What does the estimate cover?<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Separate estimated order acceptance, scheduling, production, transport, and delivery. Treat every date as an estimate unless the contract expressly guarantees it.<\/p><\/article>\n<article style=\"min-width:0;background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:12px;padding:22px\"><span style=\"display:inline-block;background:#e0f5fb;color:#056d8a;border-radius:999px;padding:4px 11px;font-size:.68rem;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;margin-bottom:10px\">Pricing<\/span><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">What is fixed and what floats?<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Request an itemized selling-price basis and estimated OTD total. Use the <a href=\"https:\/\/invoice-pricing.com\/cars\/buying-tip\/market-adjustment-fee-dealer-markup\/?engine=organic\" style=\"text-decoration:none;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">dealer markup guide<\/a> to identify any adjustment or mandatory package.<\/p><\/article>\n<article style=\"min-width:0;background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:12px;padding:22px\"><span style=\"display:inline-block;background:#e0f5fb;color:#056d8a;border-radius:999px;padding:4px 11px;font-size:.68rem;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;margin-bottom:10px\">Incentives<\/span><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">When will eligibility be determined?<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Ask whether programs are based on order date, delivery date, financing date, or another event, and whether the buyer can receive the more favorable eligible program if rules permit.<\/p><\/article>\n<article style=\"min-width:0;background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:12px;padding:22px\"><span style=\"display:inline-block;background:#e0f5fb;color:#056d8a;border-radius:999px;padding:4px 11px;font-size:.68rem;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;margin-bottom:10px\">Exit<\/span><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">What happens if the deal changes?<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Define the buyer&#8217;s options after material equipment changes, price increases, missed timing, unavailable financing, damage, or a different VIN.<\/p><\/article>\n<\/div><div style=\"background:#fff8e6;border:1px solid #ffe0a3;border-left:5px solid #db9700;border-radius:12px;padding:22px 24px;margin-top:20px\"><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">Do not confuse a deposit with an order<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">A payment receipt alone does not define the vehicle, price, allocation, timing, or remedy. Use the <a href=\"https:\/\/invoice-pricing.com\/cars\/buying-tip\/new-car-deposit-checklist\/?engine=organic\" style=\"text-decoration:none;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">new car deposit checklist<\/a> and attach the complete build summary.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section><section id=\"order-sheet\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:100%;overflow:hidden;padding:clamp(38px,6vw,58px) 0;background:#f4f8fb\"><div style=\"max-width:1180px;width:100%;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(16px,3vw,22px);min-width:0\"><p style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#056d8a;font-weight:900;font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.07em;text-transform:uppercase\">Configuration lock<\/p><h2 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:clamp(24px,3.5vw,38px);font-weight:900;line-height:1.1;letter-spacing:-.03em;margin:0 0 16px\">Factory-order configuration worksheet<\/h2><p style=\"margin:0 0 24px;font-size:1rem;color:#5d6b7a;max-width:900px\">Compare this worksheet with the manufacturer&#8217;s configuration or build sheet before anyone submits the order. Initial or otherwise acknowledge every approved change.<\/p><div style=\"background:#fff;border:2px solid #b3e2f0;border-radius:14px;padding:22px\">\n<h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">Exact vehicle configuration<\/h3>\n<div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(min(100%,360px),1fr));gap:18px;width:100%;min-width:0\">\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Buyer name(s)<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">Exactly as expected on purchase documents<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Dealership \/ contact<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">Store, salesperson, manager, direct contact<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Make \/ model \/ model year<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">Confirm order bank and production model year<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Trim \/ series<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">Exact designation and package dependencies<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Body style \/ cab \/ bed<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">When applicable<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Engine \/ motor \/ battery<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">Powertrain and capacity details<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Transmission \/ drivetrain<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">FWD, RWD, AWD, 4WD, transmission<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Exterior \/ interior color<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">Codes where available<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Packages<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">Names, codes, and included equipment<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Standalone options<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">Names, codes, quantities<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Factory accessories<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">Distinguish from dealer-installed items<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Dealer-installed items<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">Price and whether optional<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Destination charge<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">Confirm current listed amount<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Order \/ confirmation number<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">Dealer and manufacturer references<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Accepted substitutions<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">Write NONE if none are authorized<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"min-width:0\"><strong style=\"display:block;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:.82rem;line-height:1.4\">Change cutoff<\/strong><span style=\"display:block;color:#5d6b7a;font-size:.72rem;line-height:1.4;margin-top:2px\">Who can change what and until when<\/span><span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:30px;border-bottom:1px solid #9fb0c0;margin:3px 0 10px\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div style=\"background:#fff1f1;border:1px solid #ffd1d1;border-left:5px solid #df3b3b;border-radius:12px;padding:22px 24px;margin-top:20px\"><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">Never authorize open-ended substitutions<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">If a color, wheel, package, powertrain, model year, or other material item becomes unavailable, require new written approval before the dealer substitutes equipment or changes the price.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section><section id=\"price\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:100%;overflow:hidden;padding:clamp(38px,6vw,58px) 0\"><div style=\"max-width:1180px;width:100%;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(16px,3vw,22px);min-width:0\"><p style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#056d8a;font-weight:900;font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.07em;text-transform:uppercase\">Separate four moving numbers<\/p><h2 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:clamp(24px,3.5vw,38px);font-weight:900;line-height:1.1;letter-spacing:-.03em;margin:0 0 16px\">Price, incentive, rate, and trade-value protection<\/h2><p style=\"margin:0 0 24px;font-size:1rem;color:#5d6b7a;max-width:900px\">A price lock does not necessarily lock incentives, financing, trade value, taxes, or manufacturer changes. Document each component independently.<\/p><div style=\"width:100%;max-width:100%;border-radius:12px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;background:#fff\">\n<table style=\"width:100%;min-width:980px;border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0\">\n<thead><tr>\n<th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:12px 13px;background:#1a2d3d;color:#fff;border:1px solid #3b5264;text-align:left;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-size:.78rem;line-height:1.35;vertical-align:top\">Deal component<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:12px 13px;background:#1a2d3d;color:#fff;border:1px solid #3b5264;text-align:left;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-size:.78rem;line-height:1.35;vertical-align:top\">Order-date agreement<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:12px 13px;background:#1a2d3d;color:#fff;border:1px solid #3b5264;text-align:left;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-size:.78rem;line-height:1.35;vertical-align:top\">What can change?<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:12px 13px;background:#1a2d3d;color:#fff;border:1px solid #3b5264;text-align:left;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-size:.78rem;line-height:1.35;vertical-align:top\">Delivery-date verification<\/th>\n<\/tr><\/thead><tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Vehicle selling price<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">MSRP change? Agreed discount? Markup?<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Destination charge<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Model-year or manufacturer change?<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Dealer add-ons<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Optional, removed, or newly added?<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Dealer fees<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Which fees are fixed by agreement?<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Manufacturer incentives<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Order-date or delivery-date eligibility?<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Promotional financing<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">_____ % \/ _____ months<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Approval, program, or rate expiration?<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">_____ % \/ _____ months<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Trade allowance<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Mileage, condition, market, payoff, timing?<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Taxes \/ registration<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Address, rate, state, timing?<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Estimated OTD total<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">List every permitted adjustment<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">$ __________________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody><\/table><\/div><div style=\"background:#e0f5fb;border:1px solid #b3e2f0;border-left:5px solid #0696bf;border-radius:12px;padding:22px 24px;margin-top:20px\"><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">Write the decision rule<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">If the final OTD total exceeds the order-date estimate, the file should show why, which changes were authorized, and whether the buyer can decline or cancel under the written agreement and applicable law.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section><section id=\"tracker\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:100%;overflow:hidden;padding:clamp(38px,6vw,58px) 0;background:#f4f8fb\"><div style=\"max-width:1180px;width:100%;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(16px,3vw,22px);min-width:0\"><p style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#056d8a;font-weight:900;font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.07em;text-transform:uppercase\">From request to VIN<\/p><h2 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:clamp(24px,3.5vw,38px);font-weight:900;line-height:1.1;letter-spacing:-.03em;margin:0 0 16px\">Factory-order status tracker<\/h2><p style=\"margin:0 0 24px;font-size:1rem;color:#5d6b7a;max-width:900px\">Manufacturer terminology varies. Record the dealer&#8217;s exact status, the date, the source, the next expected milestone, and any decision required from you.<\/p><div style=\"width:100%;max-width:100%;border-radius:12px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;background:#fff\">\n<table style=\"width:100%;min-width:920px;border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0\">\n<thead><tr>\n<th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:12px 13px;background:#1a2d3d;color:#fff;border:1px solid #3b5264;text-align:left;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-size:.78rem;line-height:1.35;vertical-align:top\">Date<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:12px 13px;background:#1a2d3d;color:#fff;border:1px solid #3b5264;text-align:left;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-size:.78rem;line-height:1.35;vertical-align:top\">Status stated by dealer<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:12px 13px;background:#1a2d3d;color:#fff;border:1px solid #3b5264;text-align:left;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-size:.78rem;line-height:1.35;vertical-align:top\">Reference \/ VIN<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:12px 13px;background:#1a2d3d;color:#fff;border:1px solid #3b5264;text-align:left;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-size:.78rem;line-height:1.35;vertical-align:top\">What changed<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:12px 13px;background:#1a2d3d;color:#fff;border:1px solid #3b5264;text-align:left;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-size:.78rem;line-height:1.35;vertical-align:top\">Next update due<\/th>\n<\/tr><\/thead><tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Order request prepared<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Dealer submitted \/ accepted<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Allocation \/ scheduling<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">Production scheduled<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">VIN assigned<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">In production \/ completed<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">In transit<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">At dealership<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 13px;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;text-align:left;font-size:.8rem;line-height:1.5;vertical-align:top;background:#fff\">____________<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody><\/table><\/div><div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(min(100%,250px),1fr));gap:18px;width:100%;min-width:0\">\n<article style=\"min-width:0;background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:12px;padding:22px\"><span style=\"display:inline-block;background:#e0f5fb;color:#056d8a;border-radius:999px;padding:4px 11px;font-size:.68rem;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;margin-bottom:10px\">Every update<\/span><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">Save the source<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Keep the email, text, screenshot, manufacturer portal status, or dated call note that supports each milestone.<\/p><\/article>\n<article style=\"min-width:0;background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:12px;padding:22px\"><span style=\"display:inline-block;background:#e0f5fb;color:#056d8a;border-radius:999px;padding:4px 11px;font-size:.68rem;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;margin-bottom:10px\">VIN assignment<\/span><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">Decode the final vehicle<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Confirm the VIN, model year, engine or powertrain, trim, equipment, destination, and any open recalls or stop-sale status.<\/p><\/article>\n<article style=\"min-width:0;background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:12px;padding:22px\"><span style=\"display:inline-block;background:#e0f5fb;color:#056d8a;border-radius:999px;padding:4px 11px;font-size:.68rem;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;margin-bottom:10px\">Delay<\/span><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">Revisit expiring dependencies<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Recheck the deposit, financing approval, incentive, trade payoff, insurance timing, registration needs, and any deadline in the agreement.<\/p><\/article>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section><section id=\"delivery\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:100%;overflow:hidden;padding:clamp(38px,6vw,58px) 0\"><div style=\"max-width:1180px;width:100%;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(16px,3vw,22px);min-width:0\"><p style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#056d8a;font-weight:900;font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.07em;text-transform:uppercase\">Close the loop<\/p><h2 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:clamp(24px,3.5vw,38px);font-weight:900;line-height:1.1;letter-spacing:-.03em;margin:0 0 16px\">Rebuild the deal before accepting the ordered vehicle<\/h2><p style=\"margin:0 0 24px;font-size:1rem;color:#5d6b7a;max-width:900px\">Arrival is not the finish line. Compare the delivered VIN and window sticker with the order, then verify the final price, financing, trade, condition, and promised equipment.<\/p><div style=\"display:grid;gap:12px;width:100%\">\n<article style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-left:4px solid #0696bf;border-radius:12px;padding:18px 20px;min-width:0\"><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">1. Match the VIN and window sticker<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Verify model year, trim, powertrain, colors, factory packages, standalone options, destination charge, and accessories against the signed order.<\/p><\/article>\n<article style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-left:4px solid #0696bf;border-radius:12px;padding:18px 20px;min-width:0\"><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">2. Inspect before paperwork<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Check exterior, interior, glass, wheels, tires, mileage, fluids or charge level, keys, tools, accessories, and evidence of transport or lot damage.<\/p><\/article>\n<article style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-left:4px solid #0696bf;border-radius:12px;padding:18px 20px;min-width:0\"><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">3. Rebuild the itemized OTD price<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Start with the agreed pricing basis and explain every manufacturer, dealer, tax, fee, incentive, or accessory change.<\/p><\/article>\n<article style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-left:4px solid #0696bf;border-radius:12px;padding:18px 20px;min-width:0\"><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">4. Refresh financing and trade<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Compare current loan offers and obtain a final trade payoff and allowance. A long wait can change both numbers materially.<\/p><\/article>\n<article style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-left:4px solid #0696bf;border-radius:12px;padding:18px 20px;min-width:0\"><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">5. Resolve missing or damaged items in writing<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Use a due-bill or &#8216;We Owe&#8217; document with exact parts, labor, responsibility, deadline, and remedy before accepting delivery.<\/p><\/article>\n<article style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-left:4px solid #0696bf;border-radius:12px;padding:18px 20px;min-width:0\"><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\">6. Keep the complete order history<\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Retain the build sheet, status record, VIN confirmation, price documents, deposit receipt, and final paperwork. Finish with the <a href=\"https:\/\/invoice-pricing.com\/cars\/buying-tip\/new-car-delivery-checklist\/?engine=organic\" style=\"text-decoration:none;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">new car delivery checklist<\/a>.<\/p><\/article>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n  <section style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:100%;overflow:hidden;padding:clamp(38px,6vw,58px) 0;background:#f4f8fb\"><div style=\"max-width:1180px;width:100%;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(16px,3vw,22px);min-width:0\">\n    <p style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#056d8a;font-weight:900;font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.07em;text-transform:uppercase\">Build the complete deal<\/p><h2 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:clamp(24px,3.5vw,38px);font-weight:900;line-height:1.1;letter-spacing:-.03em;margin:0 0 16px\">Related Invoice-Pricing.com resources<\/h2>\n    <div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(min(100%,250px),1fr));gap:18px;width:100%;min-width:0\"><article style=\"min-width:0;background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:12px;padding:22px\"><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/invoice-pricing.com\/cars\/buying-tip\/new-car-deposit-checklist\/?engine=organic\" style=\"text-decoration:none;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">New Car Deposit Checklist<\/a><\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Define refundability, contingencies, delivery conditions, and receipt terms before paying.<\/p><\/article><article style=\"min-width:0;background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:12px;padding:22px\"><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/invoice-pricing.com\/cars\/buying-tip\/new-car-incentives-rebates-dealer-cash\/?engine=organic\" style=\"text-decoration:none;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">New Car Incentives Explained<\/a><\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Understand which programs may depend on timing, eligibility, and financing choices.<\/p><\/article><article style=\"min-width:0;background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:12px;padding:22px\"><h3 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:800;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 9px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/invoice-pricing.com\/cars\/buying-tip\/new-car-delivery-checklist\/?engine=organic\" style=\"text-decoration:none;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">New Car Delivery Checklist<\/a><\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529\">Inspect the delivered VIN and reconcile every written promise before leaving.<\/p><\/article><\/div>\n  <\/div><\/section>\n\n  <section style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:100%;overflow:hidden;padding:clamp(38px,6vw,58px) 0\"><div style=\"max-width:1180px;width:100%;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(16px,3vw,22px);min-width:0\">\n    <div style=\"background:#0d1f2e;color:#fff;border-radius:16px;padding:clamp(26px,5vw,42px);display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(min(100%,320px),1fr));gap:24px;align-items:center\">\n      <div style=\"min-width:0\"><p style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#056d8a;font-weight:900;font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.07em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#9ee8f8\">Price before pressure<\/p><h2 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:clamp(24px,3.5vw,38px);font-weight:900;line-height:1.1;letter-spacing:-.03em;margin:0 0 16px;color:#fff\">Anchor the order to a researched price<\/h2><p style=\"font-size:1rem;line-height:1.65;margin:0 0 14px;margin:0\">Use invoice pricing to evaluate the selling-price basis before a long factory-order wait reduces your leverage.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div style=\"min-width:0;text-align:center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/invoice-pricing.com\/?engine=organic\" style=\"text-decoration:none;display:inline-flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;min-height:48px;padding:12px 26px;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-weight:800;font-size:.9rem;line-height:1.2;text-align:center;border:2px solid transparent;border-radius:30px;color:#fff;background:#0696bf\">Check Invoice Pricing<\/a><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div><\/section>\n\n  <section id=\"faqs\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:100%;overflow:hidden;padding:clamp(38px,6vw,58px) 0;background:#f4f8fb\"><div style=\"max-width:1180px;width:100%;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(16px,3vw,22px);min-width:0\">\n    <p style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#056d8a;font-weight:900;font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.07em;text-transform:uppercase\">Common questions<\/p><h2 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:clamp(24px,3.5vw,38px);font-weight:900;line-height:1.1;letter-spacing:-.03em;margin:0 0 16px\">Factory-ordering a new car FAQs<\/h2><details style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:10px;padding:0 18px;margin:0 0 10px\"><summary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:17px 0;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-weight:800;color:#1a2d3d;line-height:1.35\">Does a factory order guarantee that a car will be built?<\/summary><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529;padding:0 0 17px;margin:0\">Not necessarily. Dealer allocation, manufacturer acceptance, production constraints, model-year changes, and other factors can affect fulfillment. Ask the dealer to identify the current status in writing.<\/p><\/details><details style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:10px;padding:0 18px;margin:0 0 10px\"><summary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:17px 0;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-weight:800;color:#1a2d3d;line-height:1.35\">Can the price change after I order a car?<\/summary><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529;padding:0 0 17px;margin:0\">It can if the agreement allows changes or if manufacturer pricing, destination charges, incentives, taxes, fees, or equipment change. Document the pricing basis and permitted adjustments before ordering.<\/p><\/details><details style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:10px;padding:0 18px;margin:0 0 10px\"><summary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:17px 0;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-weight:800;color:#1a2d3d;line-height:1.35\">Are factory-order incentives based on the order date or delivery date?<\/summary><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529;padding:0 0 17px;margin:0\">Programs and eligibility rules vary. Ask which date controls, whether any protection applies, and whether a more favorable eligible program can be selected at delivery.<\/p><\/details><details style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:10px;padding:0 18px;margin:0 0 10px\"><summary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:17px 0;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-weight:800;color:#1a2d3d;line-height:1.35\">Is a factory-order deposit refundable?<\/summary><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529;padding:0 0 17px;margin:0\">Refundability depends on the written agreement, transaction facts, dealer policy, and applicable law. Define the triggers, deadlines, deductions, and refund method before paying.<\/p><\/details><details style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:10px;padding:0 18px;margin:0 0 10px\"><summary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:17px 0;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-weight:800;color:#1a2d3d;line-height:1.35\">When should I receive the VIN for a factory-ordered car?<\/summary><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529;padding:0 0 17px;margin:0\">Timing varies by manufacturer and production process. Record when the dealer expects assignment and verify the VIN as soon as it becomes available.<\/p><\/details><details style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:10px;padding:0 18px;margin:0 0 10px\"><summary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:17px 0;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-weight:800;color:#1a2d3d;line-height:1.35\">Can I change a factory order after submission?<\/summary><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529;padding:0 0 17px;margin:0\">Possibly, but only before certain manufacturer or production cutoffs. A change may affect timing, price, incentives, or order priority, so require written confirmation.<\/p><\/details><details style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #dbe5f0;border-radius:10px;padding:0 18px;margin:0 0 10px\"><summary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:17px 0;font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;font-weight:800;color:#1a2d3d;line-height:1.35\">Should I inspect a factory-ordered car before signing?<\/summary><p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#212529;padding:0 0 17px;margin:0\">Yes. Match the VIN and equipment to the order and inspect condition before final acceptance, just as you would with an in-stock vehicle.<\/p><\/details>\n  <\/div><\/section>\n\n  <section style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:100%;overflow:hidden;padding:clamp(38px,6vw,58px) 0\"><div style=\"max-width:1180px;width:100%;margin:0 auto;padding:0 clamp(16px,3vw,22px);min-width:0\">\n    <p style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#056d8a;font-weight:900;font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.07em;text-transform:uppercase\">Sources and methodology<\/p><h2 style=\"font-family:&apos;Montserrat&apos;,sans-serif;color:#1a2d3d;font-size:clamp(24px,3.5vw,38px);font-weight:900;line-height:1.1;letter-spacing:-.03em;margin:0 0 16px\">Guidance used to build this resource<\/h2>\n    <p style=\"margin:0 0 24px;font-size:1rem;color:#5d6b7a;max-width:900px\">Invoice-Pricing.com reviewed the following consumer and industry guidance. Rules, lender practices, taxes, registration requirements, warranty treatment, and contract rights can vary by state and transaction. This educational resource is not legal, tax, or financial advice.<\/p>\n    <ul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px\"><li style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#5d6b7a\"><a href=\"https:\/\/consumer.ftc.gov\/articles\/car-dealer-ads-and-promotions-know-you-go\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"text-decoration:none;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">Federal Trade Commission: dealer ads and promotions<\/a>. Offer terms, qualifications, and written pricing.<\/li><li style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#5d6b7a\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nysenate.gov\/legislation\/laws\/GBS\/396-P%2A2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"text-decoration:none;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">New York Senate: customer-order contract provisions<\/a>. State-specific illustration of written-order requirements; laws vary.<\/li><li style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#5d6b7a\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.consumerfinance.gov\/ask-cfpb\/what-should-i-know-before-i-shop-for-auto-loan-at-a-bank-credit-union-dealership-or-other-lender-en-755\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"text-decoration:none;color:#056d8a;font-weight:700\">Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: auto-loan shopping<\/a>. Financing preparation when order timing is extended.<\/li><\/ul>\n  <\/div><\/section>\n<\/main>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Car Buyer Action Kit Factory-Ordering a New Car: Order Tracker and Price-Protection Checklist Turn a long verbal promise into a documented order. Record the exact configuration, pricing basis, deposit terms, incentive timing, status milestones, VIN, and final-delivery conditions. 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