What procedures are required for vehicle transfer without the owner's presence?

[Debbie]

The required procedures are as follows: For a used car transfer, the original owner needs to provide documents including the registration certificate, driving license, and ID card. If it's a company vehicle, the organization code certificate and official seal are also required. The buyer needs to provide an ID card, and if they are from another city, a residence permit or temporary residence certificate is needed. Vehicle transfer first requires a vehicle evaluation, which means a comprehensive assessment of the used car's price based on its condition, age, and other information. The original owner's commercial insurance can be canceled (compulsory insurance cannot be canceled), or the insurance can be transferred to the buyer at the insurance company. Precautions for buying a used car: 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 especially vigilant. Tampering with the odometer. Most consumers like to judge the condition of a car by 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 maintenance and replacement of other parts of the vehicle. If the buyer performs 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 traces of repair around the front face, rear, and A, B, C pillars, the car may have been involved in a major traffic accident. "Adjusting the heart" to raise the price. Many consumers often focus too much on the car's "heart" (engine) and ignore the health of the car body when buying a car. Used car sellers take advantage of this psychology by replacing engine parts to make the vehicle's "heart" appear younger, thereby raising the price.

[LaNora]

I've helped a friend with vehicle transfer procedures at the DMV several times before. If the vehicle owner can't come in person, it mainly relies on a notarized power of attorney. The owner must first obtain a power of attorney at a local notary office, which should clearly state the entrusted matters, vehicle information, and the ID numbers of both parties. Prepare the original ID card of the owner, vehicle registration certificate, driving license, and purchase invoice. With these documents and my own ID card, I can handle the transfer at the DMV counter. A key point that's often overlooked: all traffic violations must be cleared before the transfer can proceed. Some cities may also require payment of overdue vehicle and vessel tax. When acting as an agent, it's best to arrive at the DMV two hours early to queue and avoid the morning rush. By the way, a reminder: after the transfer, the insurance beneficiary should be updated promptly to avoid disputes in case of claims.

[LaCaleb]

I have some experience with this, just helped a relative with it last week. The most crucial part when the owner isn't present is the notarized power of attorney, which must clearly specify who is authorized to handle the transfer procedures. Required documents include original IDs of both parties, the vehicle registration certificate (big green book), and the vehicle license. If the purchase invoice is missing, it can be reissued. The process is straightforward: first, go to the inspection area for vehicle verification and photos, then submit the power of attorney and other documents at the counter. Note that compulsory traffic insurance must be valid; otherwise, you'll need to renew it before the transfer. It's advisable to go on a weekday morning when it's less crowded—the process usually takes under two hours. For out-of-town transfers, you'll also need to handle the file transfer, so it's best to check the receiving policies of the local authorities in advance to avoid unnecessary trips.

[Harris]

If you're really tied up, finding an agent is the most hassle-free option. The power of attorney must be notarized to be valid, and the DMV will keep a record on file. When I did it, I brought the original ID card sent by the car owner, the vehicle registration certificate, and the power of attorney, along with my own ID card. Be especially careful when filling out forms and submitting materials at the window—not a single character in the original owner's name can be wrong. The whole process takes about an hour, mostly waiting in line for the vehicle inspection. The only catch is that traffic violations must be handled three days in advance for the system to sync. The transfer fee is just a few dozen yuan, and it takes two days to make the new license plate, during which a temporary plate will be issued.