How to Sign Over a Vehicle Title?

Check the title for any lienholder information and make sure the lien is released if required

Locate the seller section on the back of the title

Print your name exactly as it appears on the title

Enter the buyer’s name exactly as required

Fill in the odometer reading if required by your state

Enter the sale date and purchase price if required

Sign your name in the seller signature line

Have any co-owners sign if the title requires multiple signatures

Do not sign as the buyer unless you are the buyer

Do not cross out, erase, or alter any information

If the title has a notary section, sign it in front of a notary if required

Remove the license plates if required by your state

Give the signed title to the buyer

Keep a copy or photo of the signed title for your records

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