Requirements checklist: buying a used car in the Philippines
August 28, 2026 · Big Z Cars
Before you visit any dealer in Cagayan de Oro, prepare these documents and checks.
Documents you should receive
- Original OR/CR (Official Receipt + Certificate of Registration)
- Notarized Deed of Sale
- Complete keys and manuals where available
What we check for you at Big Z Cars
- PNP-HPG clearance where required
- No chattel mortgage annotation (or its release papers)
- Updated registration
Your own checklist
- Match the engine and chassis numbers with the CR
- Test drive — brakes, aircon, electricals
- Ask about the papers status badge on our listings: Complete papers means ready for transfer.