Is the original ID card required for vehicle transfer?
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The original ID card is required for vehicle transfer, and the following procedures need to be provided: The documents required by the original owner of a used car for transfer include: the registration certificate, driving license, and ID card. If it is a unit or company, the original organization code certificate and official seal are required; the buyer needs to provide an ID card, and if it is a non-local household registration, a residence permit or temporary residence permit is required. Vehicle transfer first requires a vehicle evaluation, which will assess the price of the vehicle based on overall condition, age, and other factors. The original commercial insurance of the vehicle can be canceled (compulsory insurance cannot be canceled), or the insurance can be transferred to the buyer at the insurance company. Precautions for buying used cars: Incomplete procedures. Complete procedures for a used car include: vehicle registration certificate (or original purchase invoice), driving license, vehicle purchase tax payment certificate, road maintenance fee procedures, and compulsory insurance. If the vehicle registration certificate or driving license is missing, or if there are arrears in compulsory insurance or road maintenance fees, it will bring endless trouble to the buyer. Therefore, when purchasing a car, if the seller cannot provide complete procedures, consumers should be particularly vigilant. Tampering with the odometer. Most consumers like to judge the condition of a car based on the odometer, and sellers often take advantage of this psychology to tamper with the odometer. In fact, the odometer is not only a record of usage intensity but also a recorder of the maintenance and replacement of other parts of the vehicle. If buyers perform maintenance based on the tampered odometer reading, it will bring a series of potential safety hazards. New paint covering "external injuries." When consumers choose a used car, if the car has been repainted and there are signs of repair around the front face, rear, and A, B, and C pillars, the car is very likely to have been involved in a major traffic accident. "Tuning the heart" to raise the price. Many consumers often pay too much attention to the "heart" of the car when buying a car and neglect the health of the body. Used car sellers take advantage of this psychology by replacing engine parts to make the vehicle's "heart" appear younger, thereby raising the price.
I've been helping friends with vehicle ownership transfers, and the original ID card is a must. The DMV staff need to verify its authenticity on the spot, sometimes even scanning the machine-readable information. Without the original, the process simply won't proceed—this rule is mainly to prevent impersonation or document forgery. Besides the original ID cards of both the original and new owners, remember to bring the vehicle registration certificate, license plate, and compulsory traffic insurance policy. For out-of-town transfers, a temporary residence permit is also required. If the ID card is lost, a temporary one will suffice, but it must be within its validity period. It's best to call the local DMV in advance to confirm specific requirements, as implementation details may vary by location.
A few days ago, I accompanied a relative to complete the vehicle transfer process and personally visited the DMV. The procedure requires presenting the original ID card, as the staff will compare the photo with the person's appearance and scan the original document on a machine. They do not accept photocopies, stating they are too easy to counterfeit. It's advisable to prepare three photocopies in advance for filling out the application form. The transfer fee is calculated based on the vehicle's assessed value, usually a few hundred yuan, so don’t forget to bring a bank card. If you delegate someone else to handle the transfer, not only are the original ID cards of both parties required, but also a notarized power of attorney.
As someone who frequently deals with the DMV, I know that the core of vehicle transfer is verifying real identity. You must bring the original ID card, as staff need to use specialized equipment to read the chip information and confirm its validity. Nowadays, many places also require facial recognition, making photocopies completely invalid. Also, make sure the ID card is not expired—expired ones won't work even if they're original. Additionally, for company vehicle transfers, you'll need to bring the official seal and the original business license. For personal vehicles, all traffic violations must be cleared before the transfer can proceed.
