2. Contact your local police department. The police will have a database of all cars that have been reported stolen or are wanted for repossession. You can contact the police and provide them with the VIN number to find out if the car is wanted.
3. Check with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The DMV will also have a record of any outstanding warrants or liens on the car. You can contact the DMV and provide them with the VIN number to find out if the car is wanted.
4. Check with your local credit union. If the car is financed through your credit union, you may be able to see if there is an outstanding balance on the loan. If there is an outstanding balance, the credit union may repossess the car.