I am expecting my car to be in next week so I thought I better get this out of the way. I know I that a few of you payed for your cars in cash instead of doing the monthly payments. I am planning to do this, but since I have never done this before I just had a few things I would like to have clarified. I assume that the dealership will not take a personal check for a large amount of money without holding it for a few days. Will they hold your car until it clears or what? Should I get my check certified from the bank first? Would this help any? Sorry if these are dumb questions, I just have never done this before and I don't want to look like an idiot when I pay for the car, thanks.