How Much Tax is Required for Used Car Transfer Fees?

[DiQuinn]

Used cars do not require payment of purchase tax. Below is relevant information regarding the fees involved in purchasing a used car: Engraving Fee and Processing Fee: To process the "Motor Vehicle Property Registration Certificate" at the vehicle management office branch under the jurisdiction of the "Driving License," bring the owner's ID card, and the owner must be present in person; for corporate vehicles, bring the corporate code certificate and official seal. Related fees: Engraving fee and processing fee total 58 yuan. For processing at the main office, the general fee is 50 yuan. Transfer Fee: During the transfer process, an "appraisal valuation" is required. Based on the "valuation" as the benchmark price, a "transfer fee" is charged at a rate of 2.5%. For example, a 2001 Santana 2000 Time Superb with an appraisal valuation of 100,000 yuan would incur a transfer fee of 100,000 yuan * 2.5% = 2,500 yuan. Photography Fee: Generally 35 yuan for two photos, including a 15 yuan processing fee for changing the driving license. This is mainly required when modifying the driving license.

[OMaximus]

When I first bought a used car, I was particularly curious about how much the transfer fee actually was in terms of taxes. It mainly involves the transfer registration fee and the adjustment of the vehicle and vessel tax. In our area, the transfer fee is fixed at around 100-200 yuan, and the vehicle and vessel tax is paid based on the remaining period. For example, my car had half a year of tax left, so I paid about 50-60 yuan. Including some service fees, the total cost was less than 300 yuan. I recommend checking the local DMV website for specific standards before transferring ownership, as it varies by city. Prepare the vehicle registration certificate and ID card, and the process will be quick, avoiding extra costs from intermediaries. Doing it yourself is both convenient and safe, but don’t forget to check the car’s condition first.

[Elliott]

The taxes and fees for second-hand car transfer are not high, mainly consisting of the transfer registration fee and vehicle and vessel tax. The transfer fee is a fixed charge that varies slightly by region, usually around a hundred yuan. The vehicle and vessel tax, already paid by the original owner, is recalculated during the transfer, requiring only the remaining portion to be paid. Additionally, some regions may impose a transaction tax, approximately 1.5% in cities like Beijing and Shanghai, but it is generally absent in smaller cities. As someone who frequently deals with second-hand cars, I recommend going directly to the vehicle management office with all the required documents to complete the process in one go—don’t shy away from the hassle. This approach minimizes risks and saves money.

[StAsher]

The cost of transferring a used car ownership mainly consists of two parts: the fixed transfer registration fee, which is around a hundred yuan; and the vehicle and vessel tax, which is calculated based on the remaining days of the car's tax period and is usually a small amount. The total fees typically amount to a few hundred yuan, with significant variations across regions—larger cities may charge more. To save money, it's recommended to book through official channels and avoid being overcharged by scalpers. Additionally, it's crucial to check the car's accident history before the transfer for driving safety.