What is required for transferring a used car?

[LaDeclan]

Transferring a used car requires: 1. The original and a copy of the seller's personal ID card; 2. The original and a copy of the buyer's personal ID card; 3. The original and a copy of the vehicle's motor vehicle registration certificate; 4. The original and a copy of the vehicle's driving license. The vehicle transfer process: 1. Obtain the old motor vehicle sales contract at the hall window and fill it out; 2. Drive the vehicle directly to the transfer inspection area for inspection, photo taking, number tracing, and license plate removal, and fill out the inspection record form; 3. After all processes are completed, drive the car back to the parking lot, then proceed to the transfer hall to complete the procedures; 4. After returning to the transfer hall, take a number, queue up, and wait for your number to be called. The staff will confirm that the vehicle has no violations before starting the transfer process, and the transfer fee needs to be paid; 5. After payment, go to the transfer acceptance window to complete the relevant procedures; 6. After completing the transfer acceptance, you can select a new license plate number, then receive the new license plate, driving license, and registration certificate, completing the transfer.

[VanFinley]

I've bought and sold used cars several times before. The most basic documents required for the transfer are the original and photocopies of both parties' ID cards, the vehicle registration certificate, the original driving license, and a valid compulsory traffic insurance policy. It's best to bring the vehicle purchase tax certificate to avoid unnecessary trouble. Before the transfer, be sure to check online whether the vehicle's traffic violations have been cleared, otherwise, the process cannot be completed on-site. Both parties should agree on a time to go to the local vehicle management office to fill out forms, inspect the vehicle, and take photos. The staff review can take as little as one hour if everything goes smoothly. The cost is not high, including the transfer fee and the administrative fee, but the price varies significantly by region. In the south, I once spent around two hundred yuan. It's advisable to photocopy the documents in advance to prevent wasting time in queues, and remember to verify the buyer's identity to avoid scams.

[McRafael]

Last month I bought a used car and went through the first-time transfer process, which felt simple but required attention to detail. The seller and I went to the DMV together with our IDs, the original vehicle documents, and copies of the registration book. The compulsory traffic insurance had to be valid, otherwise, repurchasing it would be a hassle. The process involved filling out an application form, taking photos and imprints of the vehicle, and paying a small fee to get the new certificate. Don’t forget to check for any accident or modification traces on the car. The agent reminded me to verify the registration number to avoid mistakes. It’s best to make an appointment in advance to skip the queue. Newcomers can easily be tricked into paying extra fees—I was almost charged an additional service fee, but luckily the seller helped negotiate. The whole process took just a morning as long as all the documents were ready.

[HenryRose]

When transferring a used car, I emphasized that all documents must be complete, otherwise the process will be stuck. The essentials include one copy of the ID card of both the buyer and seller, the original vehicle registration certificate, the original driving license, and the new version of the compulsory traffic insurance policy. The procedure involves clearing any traffic violations first, making an appointment with the vehicle management office, and being present in person to sign and pay a small fee to obtain the new certificate. Note that the vehicle should have no record of illegal modifications—last time I had to redo the transfer because of this, wasting a trip. Overall, it saves time and effort, taking less than two hours, and maintaining good vehicle condition is key.