need to know how to go about transfering ownership of a truck i just bought?

Question

legal way top do this

Answer 1

Different states have different rules and regulations in titling and registering a truck. But the basics are: The seller has to sign the title over to you-"Signature of seller" somewhere on the title. Usually the back, but some states have that area on the front. Some states require their signature to be notorized, others don't.
Where it says "purchaser" you need to fill out your name, address and sign it as "purchaser". You need to notify your insurance company to add this vehicle to your insurance. You will need a policy number. Some states require you have the insurance card with you, others just need the company and the number. Some states require some kind of inspection. Whether it is a smog, vin check, or safety check, states that require inspections before the vehicle is titled, need to also see the form or sticker, or whatever receipt you get when it is inspected to your states laws. All states have their own forms that need to be filled out. Some states require these forms to be notorized, some don't. And some states also need a type of bill of sale stating the make, model, vin, mileage, the name of the purchaser (you) and the price. This may also need to be notorized. States that require forms to be notorized will reject your application if not notorized, but states that don't require notization will NOT reject the forms in they are notorized. I always chose to be safe rather than sorry, if in doubt, get it notorized. All states have a website that you can visit to get the exact information and forms that are needed for that state. And there is a website, that also has all the states listed, and you can get your states information from that website.
Congradulations on your truck-good luck, I hope this helps.

Answer 2

Well the first thing you need is a signed and dated pink slip for the truck. Once you have that you go and have it smoged ( if your state requires it ) The previous owner is responsable for the smog in cali.. Once it is smoged take all the papers down to the dept of motor vehicles (it's best if you call and get an appointment or you waite in line for days!) Tell them what you want to do and they will tell you what else if anything you will need. OH YEA ! call your insurance co. and tell them about the truck and get insurance on it . insurance is mandatory in cali. before you can lisence any car or truck. have money with you to pay for the transfer fees and registration when you go to the DMV .Depending on how old it is and what size it is and how much you paid for it will determine how much it is going to cost you. GOOD LUCK

Answer 3

take the title to your local dmv tell them you just purchased it and need to tranfer it to your name and get plates they can do it all there expect a long wait there usually busy

Answer 4

Go to a D.O.T office in your area....go to a bank...since most banks give vehicle loans it makes sense that they'd have the knowledge as to the correct process..............................