Every car is registered on the name of person who booked it. Technically he is first owner but then on samw date it is transferred to the 2nd owner. I got my Corolla without booking and now while practically i am first owner, in excise book i am 2nd owner. the car was registered on the name of person/investor who booked it as the invoice was on his name. On same date the car is then transferred to me as well. If thisnhas happened this is normal however if the cars are not transfered to the buyer then you are in trouble and need to sort out the dealership.