What is the process for vehicle ownership transfer?
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The process for vehicle ownership transfer is as follows: 1. Obtain the used vehicle sales contract at the service window and fill it out. This contract is in triplicate, with one copy each for the buyer, the seller, and the industrial and commercial department; 2. Drive the vehicle directly to the inspection area for vehicle inspection, photography, VIN rubbing, and license plate removal. Fill out the inspection record form and then proceed to the transfer hall to complete the procedures; 3. After returning to the transfer hall, take a number, queue up, and wait for your turn. The staff will confirm that the vehicle has no outstanding violations before starting the transfer process, and the transfer fee must be paid; 4. After payment, go to the transfer processing window to complete the relevant procedures. Before processing, you need to fill out the Motor Vehicle Registration, Transfer, and Cancellation Form and the Motor Vehicle Import Registration Form; 5. After completing the transfer process, take the receipt to the payment window, select a new license plate, and then collect the new license plate, vehicle registration certificate, and driving license. At this point, the transfer is considered complete.
I recently handled a vehicle transfer by myself and found it quite smooth. Both the buyer and seller just need to bring their ID cards, the vehicle's license, and the registration certificate to the local DMV. There, you fill out a simple transfer application form, pay a small transfer fee of a few hundred yuan, and the staff will check if the vehicle has any traffic violations or illegal records. If everything is clean, the process is quick. The whole procedure usually takes about one or two hours, but it's best to avoid weekend peaks and go early in the morning. Also, a reminder: some places require an online appointment in advance to save time waiting in line. After the transfer, the buyer should promptly update the insurance information to avoid disputes in case of an accident. The total cost isn't high, and the key is to find a sincere trading partner—then everything becomes much easier.
