What to do to the title when you sell a car?

Question

I've got someone buying my old car today. He'll be using it as a parts car, so he won't be driving it. What do I do to the title in order to transfer it over to him? I've never sold a car before, so I have no clue what to do. Thanks for the help. :D

Answer 1

As a seller, it is very easy: Here are the steps:

1) Sign the title at the bottom of the page where it says "seller". Have the person buying the car sign where it says "buyer". You will also have to put the mileage on the car if the title has a place for it. It should also ask if the car is rebuilt or if they are the "actual miles". Answer accordingly.

2) Make sure you and the buyer sign a "Bill of Sale" and make a copy for both of you. This is very important because it states that you are no longer responsble for anything, as the seller, and the buyer is buying it "as-is". I know the buyer is using it for parts, but if they change their mind, then this keeps them from trying to make you liable.
The buyer may also need the bill of sale stating the price the car was sold for tax purposes (depending on your state).

I attached a good example of a bill of sale. Good luck.

3) Make sure you only accept a Cashier's Check or Cash as forms of payment. Seen too many people ripped of when a personal check bounces.

Answer 2

Turn it over and follow the instructions! Just sign it over to him.

Many states require you to notify the state when you sell a vehicle. Some titles have a tear-off form that you fill in and mail off. Older titles may not have that form if the law was changed recently. Check with your DMV to see if there are any state notification requirements.

Keep copies of the bill of sale and the signed title for your records.

Answer 3

Sign the title and give it to the buyer. Keep the "Release of Liability" form that's attached to it at the bottom. You'll need to fill this out with the buyer's name and address and mail it to DMV.

Make sure to keep a photocopy just in case it gets lost and you have to fax it to the DMV. Also call the DMV to make sure they receive it. If they don't have the liability on file, you'll be responsible for any accidents or tickets that the new owner has in your car.

Answer 4

Usually on the bottom or on the back, there is a place where you can sign over the title. Be sure to do a bill of sale as well and get the buyer to sign it. Two copies, one for him and one for you.

Answer 5

Sign the title and give it to him. It is up to him to take further steps. In California there is another form that you send into the DMV to protect yourself against tickets or accidents that may happen before it is officially registered. It is usually mailed to you along with the pink slip when the car is first registered.

Answer 6

You didn't mention what State you are in....

I'm in Michigan, and there is a place on the title where the present owner signs it over to the new owner....

Call your Secretary of State's office or the DMV or whatever you call it in your state

Answer 7

there is a place on the back that you sign and the buyer signs, and you need to right up a bill of sale. if he is only going to use it for parts there is no need to reapply for a title in his name, but signing the title gives him rightful procession

Answer 8

Sign the title and give it to him. What he does with the title is his business.

Answer 9

all you need to do is just sign the back of it where it says signature of seller,,be sure to fill it out completely,,and that's all you to do as a seller,,you can also ut down a sel price if you want to,,but it isn't necessary,,but that's all there i too it,,good luck,,i hope this help,s.

Answer 10

You need to do the transfer in your local gov. agency o certify it by a notary.