What is the process for replacing an old Shanghai-licensed car with a new one?

[DeLeo]

Process for replacing an old Shanghai-licensed car with a new one: 1. Transfer of old car ownership: First, go to the vehicle management office to complete the transfer of the old car. During the transfer, request to retain the license plate, and the old license plate must be surrendered. Note: Remember the date you requested to retain the license plate, as it will be needed later. 2. Retrieve the old license plate: After obtaining the new car, go to the vehicle management office to retrieve the old license plate (requires ID card and new car registration certificate). Pay a license plate production fee of 125 yuan, report the date of license plate retention to the staff, and collect the old license plate. 3. Retrieve the new license plate: Owners who retain their license plates do not receive temporary plates. Before the new license plate is issued, the old license plate must be used. After 15 working days, you can go to the vehicle management office to collect the new metal license plate (with the original license plate number) and install it.

[DawsonAnn]

Last time I changed my Shanghai license plate for an old car, I found the process quite straightforward. First, dispose of the old car by selling it to a used car dealer or scrapping it, while retaining the Shanghai license plate eligibility. When buying a new car, it must be purchased within Shanghai. I went to a 4S dealership to choose a car—remember to bring your ID card and vehicle registration certificate. Transferring the Shanghai license plate is crucial; go to the vehicle management office to complete the procedures, fill out forms, and queue up. It takes about two to three days to finalize, costing a few hundred yuan in transfer fees. I recommend booking an online platform appointment to save time. Currently, there are policy incentives for new energy vehicles, so researching more can help save money. Don’t rush the entire process; just prepare the documents in advance to avoid delays that could affect vehicle use. In short, plan the steps well, and it’ll be manageable.

[StCatherine]

As a new car owner, I was a bit confused when changing my Shanghai license plate, but the process turned out to be smooth. First, I searched for guides online—replacing a Shanghai plate requires dealing with the old car first, either scrapping it or selling it to retain the qualification. Then, I picked up the new car at a local 4S dealership and brought the necessary documents to directly transfer the Shanghai plate. A trip to the vehicle management office was needed, but the appointment app made it convenient with clear steps: vehicle inspection, document review, and paying a small fee, and it was done. The whole process was completed within a week at a low cost, and choosing a reliable intermediary made it hassle-free. The new energy vehicle option is even better—eco-friendly and fuel-efficient, perfect for young people’s daily commutes. Don’t be intimidated by the seemingly complicated steps.

[McAyla]

I have handled the process of replacing Shanghai license plates for old cars multiple times, with the core steps being the disposal of the old vehicle and the registration of the new one. First, sell or scrap the old car to ensure the Shanghai license plate can be retained. Then, purchase a new car in Shanghai and bring the vehicle registration certificate and ID card to the DMV for license plate transfer. The procedures include transfer and inspection, taking about half a day and costing a few hundred yuan. Be cautious to avoid delays caused by line issues. Consulting DMV regulations in advance can save trouble. During routine maintenance of the old car, remember to check the license plate status to ensure compliance for a smooth transition.