When selling a car, the seller must sign the car title over to the buyer. This process can vary slightly from state to state, but the following steps are generally involved:
1. Prepare the car title. The seller will need to fill in the necessary information on the car title, including the buyer's name and address, the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the purchase price.
2. Sign the car title. The seller must sign the car title in front of a notary. The notary will verify the seller's signature and stamp the car title to make it legal.
3. Give the car title to the buyer. The seller must give the signed car title to the buyer along with the keys to the car.
4. Record the sale with the DMV. The buyer must take the signed car title to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and register the car in his or her name.
Additional information:
* In some states, the buyer may be required to pay sales tax on the purchase of the car.
* In some states, the seller may be required to provide a bill of sale to the buyer.
* It is always a good idea to have a written contract when selling a car. The contract should specify the purchase price, the condition of the car, and any other terms of the sale.
By following these steps, you can safely and legally sign over a car title to a new owner.
