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Types of Title TransfersLearn How to Transfer a Title through a Purchase, Gift, Inheritance and More. Buying or Selling a VehicleSeller Responsibilities
Buyer ResponsibilitiesIf you are buying a car from a private party, you may first want to learn as much as you can about the history of the vehicle and its title, before you sign any documents, by obtaining a vehicle history report online. Within 60 days upon sale of a motor vehicle, the buyer must either register the vehicle or present the certificate of title with an application for title to the Denver County DMV (we serve Denver residents only).
Transferring Ownership to a Family MemberYou can transfer ownership of a vehicle to immediate family, including:
Within 60 days upon the transfer of a motor vehicle, the new owner must either register the vehicle or present the certificate of title with an application for title to the Denver County DMV (Denver residents only). If you are not a Denver County resident, please visit the State of Colorado DMV website to locate your branch office How To Proceed With title Assignment:
NOTE: To register a vehicle you received as a gift, additional information such as proof of insurance, standard emissions test and other crucial documents are required. Gifting or Donating a VehicleTo donate a vehicle as a gift, the process is the same as transferring a title to a family member. Within 60 days upon the transfer of a motor vehicle, the new owner must either register the vehicle or present the certificate of title with an application for title to the Denver County DMV (Denver residents only). If you are not a Denver County resident, please visit the State of Colorado DMV website to locate your branch office. How To Proceed With Title Assignment:
Inheriting a VehicleWhen someone passes away, a rightful heir can claim the deceased owner's vehicle. The process for transferring ownership varies. Please see situations below for more information. Within 60 days upon the transfer of a motor vehicle, the new owner must either register the vehicle or present the certificate of title with an application for title to the Denver County DMV (Denver residents only). If you are not a Denver County resident, please visit the State of Colorado DMV website to locate your branch office. Documents Required For Title Transfer:
Paying Off a Loan (Removing a Lien)After paying off your car loan, it's customary for the lienholder to release the lien on the front of the title and mail it to you. If you choose, you may remove the lienholder's name from the title by bringing the following to one of Denver County's DMV branch offices (Denver residents only):
How to properly endorse a titleTo avoid wasted time and hassle at the DMV, you must be sure to properly endorse your vehicle title when transferring it to a buyer, family member or another party for as part of a sale or gift.
Title reassignments which skip the process of registration and titling are not allowed for private party purchases. Title reassignment can only be performed by dealers. What can I do to my exes car?Your options when you're stuck on a loan with an ex:. Refinance the loan.. Sell the car.. Trade in the car.. Keep the car, make the payments, and pay it off.. Let the bank repossess the car.. File bankruptcy.. How do I get my car back from my ex UK?If you're the legal owner of the vehicle and your ex-partner or spouse has it, you can either: require its return and seek a court order to this effect, or. sue them for its cost; you'll need to seek legal advice from a solicitor to do this.
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