Dealer asking for references after sale?

[ecnal]

Hey everyone. I'm Lance, bought my Yaris a couple of days ago. 09 Sedan automatic.

I've never bought a new car (or financed any car) before and have a question. I got a phone call this morning from the salesman asking me to fax him two things: a utility bill (he says for proof of address, which makes sense since my current address isn't on my license) and a sheet with three references on it, since my credit score was below 500. He said handwritten is fine, he just needs three people who do not live with me; names, addresses and phone numbers. He assured me they wouldn't even call them.

This seems mighty strange to me and raises a red flag!

Is this common practice?

Help!

Thanks.