What Documents Are Required for Used Car Ownership Transfer?
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Here are the documents required for used car ownership transfer: 1. "Motor Vehicle Registration, Transfer, Cancellation/Inbound Application Form". 2. ID card. The seller must present the owner's ID card to prove legal citizenship; the buyer also needs to present an ID card to prove legal citizenship. 3. Vehicle registration certificate. The vehicle registration certificate serves as the vehicle's ID card and is legal proof of ownership, containing relevant vehicle information. 4. Vehicle license. The vehicle license is the legal document permitting the vehicle to drive on public roads. Article 8 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China" states that motor vehicles can only be driven on public roads after being registered by the traffic management department of the public security authority. 5. Original car purchase invoice or transfer receipt. According to regulations, lost motor vehicle invoices cannot be used for transfer procedures. 6. Original organization code certificate and official seal. If the seller is an organization, the original organization code certificate and official seal are required; if the buyer is an organization, they must also present the original organization code certificate and official seal. 7. Used car sales contract. 8. For small and mini passenger vehicles, a confirmation notice of the city's small passenger car allocation or update indicator must also be submitted.
As a seasoned veteran in handling vehicle affairs, let me tell you that the essential materials required for used car transfer include photocopies and originals of the ID cards of both the original owner and the new owner, the vehicle license and registration certificate (commonly known as the big green book), as well as a transaction contract or invoice to prove the legality of the sale. Additionally, a copy of the vehicle insurance policy may be needed for inspection purposes. I remember when I helped a friend with the transfer, forgetting the registration certificate almost made the trip futile, but fortunately, the reapplication went smoothly. Nowadays, the service at the vehicle management office has improved rapidly, and making an appointment a day in advance can save time. The whole process isn’t complicated, but having all the materials ready is crucial to avoid repeated hassles. For a safe transfer, it’s advisable to also check that the vehicle has no outstanding traffic violations, otherwise, the process could be stalled. In short, patient preparation is key, especially for new buyers.
