What does it mean to sign over a title?
Signing Over a Car Title When transferring a title in a private sale, the seller will release ownership of the vehicle by signing the title. The buyer then takes the signed title to the DMV and registers the vehicle under their name.
Does a car title transfer need to be notarized?
Most states require that you have a clear title to the vehicle; some states also require a notarized signature to complete the transfer.
How do you sign over a car title?
Under these “release of interest” lines, there is a box. In this box, write in the current odometer reading in the appropriate cells. From there, write in the date and sign your name on the lines under the listed odometer reading. From here, the buyer should turn over the car title and look near the top of the document.
Can a married person sign over a car title?
If you have gotten married or changed your name for another reason since the original title was issued or signed over to you, do NOT sign the title using your new signature. Instead, sign the title with the signature that matches your name as it was printed on the title.
What kind of pen do you use to sign over a car title?
For advice on how to find the VIN on a car, visit our Recall page. It’s important to use a pen with blue or black ink when signing over a used car title. Signatures signed with blue or black pens hold up better over time. Many people prefer to use blue ink because it’s easier to identify an original document as opposed to a photocopy.
Do you have to sign the seller’s name when buying a car?
In the same vein as the previous tip, both buyer and seller signatures need to be on the correct lines. If the new owner signs in the seller’s signature spot, that is a problem. The title will need to be redone. All parties involved should read the fine print thoroughly before signing their names.