1 Get a bill of sale 2 go to the local dmv apply for a lost title they may need you to provide more paper work. they will tell you what you need
If the seller advertised the vehicle for sell "with a title", he must supply you with a title. He needs to apply for a duplicate (lost/stolen) title at a dmv in the state he lives in. If he won't supply one, contact eBay within 45 days and they will contact the seller to advise them of what they need to do. If he doesn't do what they advise within 30 days, eBay protection will refund your money. They have a great protection plan and will work with you to get you what you need as long as it was advertised and the seller didn't follow through with his part of the deal.
Lost Vehicle TitleGenerally you can apply for a lost title through your state Department of Motor Vehciels or Department of Licensing. It may make it easier if the previous owner goes with you (assuming he is the registered owner). States normally require that a previous owner notify them that a vehicle has been sold. In addition: You will have to submit an application for a lost title/damaged title. I believe only the registered owner of the vehicle from when it was title originally can obtain a replacement.In Ca the lost/not received/transfer form is available at DMV thiis is used for sale on auto where seller still has the title and never transfereed to themselves yet so has no "title" so you include additional title (form is a blank need to fill out all info on vehicle , seller, and buyer turn in with the other title(the one your seller never turned in for themselves, or you can use the lost/not received/transfer form if the other has been lost
Yo do not own the car if you no not have a title. Who ever is on the title owns the car. You will have to go to court file a small claim . I hope you have a bill of sale and a reciept for you payment. Otherwise you are screwed. also file a theft by deception case with the county courthouse. if you have proof you purchased said car he will be sitting in lockup until you get your title or refund
I bought a car and I cant get the title for it what to do
Previous owner has to apply for a replacement title In most states This really ins't you responsibility if the owner you bought it from can't give you the title than you are entitled to a full refund and you can return the car. If you don't want to go that rought contact the DMV in the state of conneticute and they'll be able to help you out.
Apply for a replacement title through your state DMV.
It is actually illegal to sell a car without the title unless stipulated by certain circumstances. If an individual purchases a car without the appropriate title, the vehicle is not legally theirs. However, if the seller mails the title to the MVD/DVS within a certain time frame, the division will mail the new title to the buyer. If the seller has lost their title, they can request a new copy at the local MVD/DVS and fill out the appropriate transfer paperwork. Nevertheless, if the car has already been "purchased" and the seller is non compliant, there is nothing to do short of going to court.
You need to get a "lost title" form from the DMV and have the seller sign it. This form will work as the title and you will need a "bill of sale" to go with it.
Contact the seller and ask him to apply thru his state for a duplicate title then sign it over to you. You might want to offer a few bucks so he does it. He is under no obligation other than his concisions. Or fill out a bunch of forms from your state and hope you get it, or go to a guaranteed title service.
That shouldn't keep you from being able to get title tags and registration. You will probably have to pay a late fee which should only be about $10-$20. The dmv could possibly waive the late fee if you tell them what happened, but it's not likely they will.
My suggestion is calling a lawyer.
Each state has different requirements for filing lost title on a car but it's generally not difficult or expensive. Inquire with the Department of Motor Vehicles in your state. They will need to do a VIN inspection and get the odometer reading off the vehicle.
Visit your local County Court Clerk. They can advise you on what if anything you can do.