Most lenders in Trinidad and Tobago treat foreign-used vehicles much like locally used ones when it comes to financing, but with specific documentation and conditions.
Common Documents You'll Need:
Some lenders also require things like two personal references, savings statements, or evidence of down-payment.
Here's what to expect:
Many lenders want you employed in a permanent position, sometimes for 1-2+ years, though this varies by institution.
Almost all lenders require full comprehensive insurance with the bank noted as a mortgagee.
Alternatively, If we received a stamped approval from a customer and the minimum downpayment of $5,000.00 was not paid, we are not obligated to hold the vehicle for the customer and the vehicle can be sold to another customer that fulfilled all the requirements to secure the vehicle.
If you are paying cash, a 10% downpayment will be required to reserve and register the vehicle.
💡 If you are receiving 100% financing from your financial institution, the $5,000 downpayment is not required
Cartech Enterprises advises all customers that if financing for this vehicle is sourced through a financial institution such as a bank or Credit Union, this vehicle can only be held and secured for a customer only when a stamped approval from the financial institution is forwarded to Cartech Enterprises and a minimum deposit of $5,000.00 is paid in cases where the customer did not receive 100% financing from their financial institution. If these two criteria are not met, the vehicle cannot be held and can be sold without notice.
Cartech Enterprises advises all customers that, in accordance with regulations in Trinidad and Tobago, vehicles that are five (5) years old or older will require a mandatory inspection and certification after it is registered in the customers' name or prior to use on public roads.
Please be informed that the cost, scheduling, and responsibility for such inspections are solely the responsibility of the customer. Cartech Enterprises does not cover, include, or assume any fees, charges, or liabilities associated with inspections for vehicles that meet or exceed the five-year age requirement.
While Cartech Enterprises may provide general guidance or assistance regarding the inspection process, the customer remains fully responsible for ensuring that the vehicle meets all legal requirements set by the relevant authorities in Trinidad and Tobago.
By purchasing or acquiring a vehicle from Cartech Enterprises, the customer acknowledges and agrees to these terms.
For further clarification, customers are encouraged to contact the licensing authority or inspection agency within Trinidad and Tobago.