She never changed it over and now is trying to sell it. Can I even get it changed to my name if I were to buy it??
2007-05-14 14:38:36 · 9 answers · asked by jmaas 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
well, yes. Did she SIGN it? IF she did, then it's a problem, because it has to be switched to her name first, then to yours, which will cost you twice. There's nothing WRONG with it, I've sold plenty of cars that I bought and never titled, just resold them. You need to make sure no signatures are in the wrong place on it, though, because it will be hell to change over, as it'd have to go BACK to the owner before this lady who's selling it, if the signing got screwed up. ALWAYS check a title to make sure it was signed, correctly, and in the right place ( not in the Dealer section, when it's a private owner, etc. ) So, don't be too worried, but check the title carefully, make sure this lady never signed her name to it, or tried to erase it. If it's clean, and only signed by the last owner, then you're golden. Make the seller sign a statement that if there is any trouble getting a title, she'll give you your money back for the car, if you're that worried.
2007-05-14 14:45:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, she will need to give you a notorized bill of sale, fully describing the vehicle, and buyer/sellers name etc. The title she has, must be properly released, by the previous owner/s. If the car is less than ten yrs old, an odometer disclosure form is needed, the odometer info on the current title should have been completed, as well. Emissions testing, if required. Basic fees for title transfer/plates, in your state.
2007-05-14 15:11:46 · answer #2 · answered by fisherwoman 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, she needs to get the title changed and pay the sales tax that she owes before you can get the title in your name. I suggest you walk away from this deal, actually, you should run. There is nothing but trouble there.
2007-05-14 14:47:13 · answer #3 · answered by Gypsy Girl 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It can be done...but it's illegal...it's called jumping title. there are two things you can do. the legal thing is have the previous owner sign a bill of sale for you...however this will cost that owner unpaid taxes. The other thing you can do is put your name on the title...and hope noone asks questions.
Personally I wouldn't touch it.
2007-05-14 15:29:19 · answer #4 · answered by Kenneth S 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had a vehicle with the same problem in Kentucky. I took my title to a used car lot and got it taking care of but that is in Kentucky.but that would be a good place for you to start is at your local used car lot.
2007-05-18 04:54:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the title is not in her name, she does not own the car and cannot legally transfer it to you. The last owner of record needs to transfer the title to you.
2007-05-14 14:51:19 · answer #6 · answered by squeezie_1999 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i'm going to help you! get faraway from this mess. attempting to purchase an unregistered vehicle is stupid! this may be a stolen vehicle quicker or later and in case you're in possession you get had. this is referred to as receiving stolen belongings. Smarten up!
2016-10-05 02:12:10 · answer #7 · answered by husted 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be careful! Iftcould be that she could not get it to pass smog. See if you can get her to go to the DMV with you to explain and get them to help with the transfer. She may not even have the right to sell it. Dont fork over any cash until you are sure.
2007-05-14 14:45:18 · answer #8 · answered by DEB R 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as the orginal owner signed it where it says 'seller' all is legal.All you have to do is sign where it says'purchaser' and turn it in to DMV and get a new title.Hpoe this helps
2007-05-14 14:45:27 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋