Do you pay sales tax on the msrp or price after rebates a car?

The sales tax on a car is typically calculated based on the purchase price, which is the price after any rebates or discounts have been applied. This means that the sales tax will be lower if you receive a rebate on the car.

However, there may be some exceptions to this rule. For example, in some states, the sales tax is calculated on the MSRP (manufacturer's suggested retail price) rather than the purchase price. In these states, you will pay the same amount of sales tax regardless of whether you receive a rebate.

To be sure, you should check with your local tax authority to find out how the sales tax is calculated on cars in your state.