There are a few things you can do to sell your car by owner in Tennessee. You can list it on a private classified ad website like Craigslist, or you can go to a car dealership and sell it there. You may also be able to sell your car through a private party sale.
In Tennessee, you must transfer title to a car by filing an Application for Certificate of Title (Form MV-1). The application must be filed with the Department of Safety and Homeland Security. The fees for filing the application are $30.
In Tennessee, a bill of sale is not required to transfer ownership of real property.
Yes, it is legal to sell a car privately in most states. However, there are a few caveats. For example, some states have laws prohibiting unlicensed salespeople from selling cars, so make sure you are dealing with a licensed dealer. Additionally, certain types of cars (like classic cars) may not be sold privately in all states.
In Tennessee, you will need to complete a TN Title Transfer and Registration form. The TN Title Transfer and Registration form can be found here.
No, Tennessee car title does not have to be notarized.
Yes, you can drive a car you just bought without plates in Tennessee. However, if you get pulled over and the officer asks to see your plates, you will need to show them to him.
It can cost anywhere from $60 to $200 to transfer a title in Tennessee.
Tennessee does not have a tag transfer program.
Yes, a handwritten bill of sale is legal in Tennessee.
