Car Sale Title Transfer

Summary

To sell a car from Illinois to Missouri, first transfer the title to your name in Illinois. Notify the Illinois Secretary of State of the sale. If the buyer faces registration issues in Missouri, provide a properly completed bill of sale, signed title, and any required documents. Avoid false information on legal forms, as it may lead to fraud charges. If needed, the buyer can reassign the title back to you for proper registration. Title transfer fees in Illinois are typically $155, plus additional registration fees and taxes.

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I have already signed the title over to the buyer in missouri, and they have the car. What do I do now?
Since you've already signed the title over to the buyer and they have the car, you should:
- Ensure both you and the buyer have copies of the bill of sale.
- Notify the Illinois Secretary of State's office of the sale to protect yourself from any future liabilities related to the vehicle.
Would you like more detailed information on how to notify the Secretary of State's office?
The buyer is complaining because they cannot register the vehicle in Missouri
It sounds like the buyer may be having trouble registering the vehicle because the title was not transferred to your name first before selling it. Here are some steps you can take:
- Contact the Missouri Department of Revenue to understand their requirements.
- Provide the buyer with any additional documents they may need.
Would you like more information on contacting the Missouri Department of Revenue?
Yes what additional documents can I provide so they can register the car now
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It seems like the issue is related to the buyer having trouble registering the vehicle in Missouri. Here are some additional documents that might help:
- A properly completed bill of sale.
- A signed and completed title.
- An affidavit of correction if there are any errors on the title.
- Any other documents required by the Missouri Department of Revenue.
Would you like more detailed information on how to contact the Missouri Department of Revenue?
What do you mean by a properly completed bill of sale
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A properly completed bill of sale typically includes:
- Full names and addresses of the buyer and seller
- Date of the sale
- Vehicle description (make, model, year, VIN)
- Sale price
- Odometer reading
- Signatures of both parties
Would you need more details regarding the bill of sale or any other documents?
I don't want my relative to know how much I sold the car for. What do I do now
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If you want to keep the sale price private, you can still provide all other necessary information on the bill of sale without including the sale price. However, the buyer may still need a bill of sale with the sale price for registration purposes in Missouri. You may need to discuss this with the buyer to find a solution that works for both of you.
Would you like more detailed information on how to contact the Missouri Department of Revenue?
I've already spent a day contacting them and gotten nowhere
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It appears you've done quite a bit already. Here are some steps you might consider:
- Provide a bill of sale with the necessary details.
- Contact the Illinois Secretary of State office to notify them of the sale.
- Discuss the issue directly with the buyer to find a solution.
Would you like more detailed information on any of these steps?
Can the buyer just resell the car to someone else
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The buyer can potentially resell the car to someone else, but they will likely face the same issue with the title not being transferred properly. This could cause complications for the new buyer as well.
Would you like more detailed information on how to resolve the title transfer issue with the Illinois Secretary of State office?
yes I want to get out of this without my relative knowing how much I sold the car for
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In your situation, you can:
- Provide the buyer with a bill of sale without the sale price. Discuss with the buyer to ensure they understand the situation.
- Notify the Illinois Secretary of State of the sale to protect yourself.
Would you like more detailed information on notifying the Illinois Secretary of State?
Should I just cancel the sale and get the car back
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If the buyer is having trouble registering the car and you want to avoid complications, you can consider canceling the sale and getting the car back. However, this may involve some legal and logistical steps.
Would you like more information on the process for canceling the sale and getting the car back?
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To cancel the sale and get the car back, you can follow these steps:
- Contact the buyer and discuss canceling the sale.
- Provide a refund and obtain the car and title back.
- Notify the Illinois Secretary of State about the cancellation.
Would you like more detailed information on these steps or any other assistance?
What if my relative fills out a form * general affidavit gifting the car to the buyer
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If your relative fills out a form * general affidavit gifting the car to the buyer in Missouri, here's what you might need to consider:
- Ensure the affidavit is completed and signed properly.
- Make sure all necessary sections of the title are filled out.
- Provide the buyer with a bill of sale, even if the sale price is $* for a gift.
Would you like more information on how to complete the affidavit and title transfer process?
If my relative sends the buyer a gift affidavit form *, can she get in trouble legally because the buyer gave money to me?
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If your relative fills out a gift affidavit (Form *) falsely stating that the car was a gift when money was actually exchanged, it could potentially be considered fraud. This could lead to legal trouble for your relative. It is important to be honest and accurate when completing legal forms.
Would you like more detailed information on the potential consequences of submitting false information on a gift affidavit?
I don't know any way to get out of this without disclosing to my relative how much the car sold for
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It sounds like you're in a pretty tricky situation. Here are some key points to consider:
- Providing false information on a legal form (like the gift affidavit) can be considered fraud.
- The buyer might still need the sale price for registration purposes.
- You may need to discuss options with the buyer directly to find a solution that works for both of you.
Would you like more information on how to contact the Illinois Secretary of State to properly notify them of the sale?
what if I ask my relative to issue another title, and then I register it in my name, and then send the new title to the buyer?
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It’s not recommended to issue another title under false pretenses, as it might lead to potential legal complications for both you and your relative. You should aim to resolve the situation transparently.
Would you like more information on how to properly transfer the title and notify the Illinois Secretary of State?
Can the buyer reassign the same paper title back to me so I can register it correctly?
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Yes, the buyer can reassign the title back to you. Here's what you should do:
- Ask the buyer to sign the title back to you.
- Take the title to the Illinois Secretary of State office to transfer it into your name.
- Once you have a new title in your name, you can transfer it to the buyer correctly.
Would you need more information on how to complete this process?
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Sure, here are the steps you can take to reassign the title back to you and register it correctly:
*. Ask the buyer to sign the title back to you.
*. Visit the Illinois Secretary of State office to transfer the title into your name.
*. Once you have the new title in your name, you can transfer it to the buyer correctly.
Would you need more detailed information on any of these steps?
how much will it cost me to do this
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Transferring the vehicle title involves certain fees. In Illinois, the title transfer fee is typically $*. Additional costs might include registration fees and taxes. Would you like more details on the specific steps for the title transfer process?
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To transfer the vehicle title in Illinois, follow these steps:
- Obtain the signed title back from the buyer.
- Visit an Illinois Secretary of State office.
- Pay the title transfer fee ($*), plus any registration fees and taxes.
- Complete the necessary paperwork.
Would you like further details on the paperwork required?
what does the buyer do to the title to sign it back to me
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To have the buyer sign the title back to you:
- The buyer should fill in the reassignment section of the title.
- The buyer needs to sign as the seller.
- Ensure the date of sale is clearly mentioned.
- Provide the odometer reading and other required details.
Would you like more specific information on the paperwork required for this process?
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To get the buyer to reassign the title back to you:
- The buyer should complete the reassignment section, filling out their signature as the seller.
- Clearly mention the date of the sale.
- Include the odometer reading and other required details.
Would you like more specific information on the paperwork required for this process?
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Here's what you need to do:
- The buyer should complete the reassignment section on the title, filling out their signature as the seller.
- Mention the date of the sale clearly.
- Include the odometer reading and other required details.
Would you like more specific information on the paperwork required for this process?