How to Transfer Massachusetts Title
How do I transfer title of my vehicle in Massachusetts (MA)?
- The state of Massachusetts does NOT require a Certificate of Title to transfer ownership of vehicles 1980 and older.
- In order to complete the sale of your Massachusetts vehicle, you must transfer your title by entering the name of the buyer/purchaser in the buyer/purchaser field. Please PRINT and SIGN your name in the seller/owner field EXACTLY as it appears at the top of the title.
- License plates must be removed at time of pickup. They may be kept or returned to the state.
- For detailed instructions on how to properly fill out and transfer your Massachusetts title, see the title samples below.
Helpful State Links
Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles
Learn more about Massachusetts
Massachusetts Secretary of State
How to Transfer Maryland Title
How do I transfer title of my vehicle in Maryland (MD)?
- The state of Maryland DOES require a Certificate of Title in order to transfer ownership of your vehicle.
- In order to complete the sale of your Maryland vehicle, you must transfer your title by entering the name of the buyer/purchaser in the buyer/purchaser field. Please PRINT and SIGN your name in the seller/owner field EXACTLY as it appears at the top of the title.
- License plates must be removed at time of pickup. They may be transferred to another vehicle or surrendered to MVA Office.
- For detailed instructions on how to properly fill out and transfer your Maryland title, see the title samples below.
Helpful State Links
Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration
Learn more about Maryland
Maryland Secretary of State
Best Car Donation Programs in Maryland
If you’re looking to get rid of your junk car and help others, considering donating your car to charity. Here are some of the best car donation programs in Maryland:
- Support Baltimore’s NPR station: WYPR
- Help Maryland’s military families navigate through the obstacles of military life: The Military Family Advisory Network (MFAN)
- Keep Maryland’s children healthy, safe, and drug-free: D.A.R.E. Vehicle Donation Form
- Aid individuals and families in Maryland battling cancer: American Cancer Society’s Cars for a Cure
Don’t see your charity listed? Click here to view more nonprofits that would benefit from your car donation!
How to Transfer Maine Title
How do I transfer title of my vehicle in Maine (ME)?
- The state of Maine does NOT require a Certificate of Title in order to transfer ownership on vehicles over 25 years old. In this case, the most recent registration and a Bill of Sale to the buyer/purchaser is sufficient.
- In order to complete the sale of your Maine vehicle, you must transfer your title by entering the name of the buyer/purchaser in the buyer/purchaser field. Please PRINT and SIGN your name in the seller/owner field EXACTLY as it appears at the top of the title.
- License plates must be removed at time of pickup. They may be kept, recycled or surrendered to the DMV.
- For detailed instructions on how to properly fill out and transfer your Maine title, see the title samples below.
Helpful State Links
Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Learn more about Maine
Maine Secretary of State
Best Car Donation Programs in Maine
If you’re looking to get rid of your junk car and help others, considering donating your car to charity. Here are some of the best car donation programs in Maine:
- Support Maine’s NPR station: Maine Public’s Vehicle Donation Program
- Save lives in crisis around the world: Cars for CARE
- Connect people with pets and change animal’s lives: PetSmart Charities
- Keep Maine’s children healthy, safe, and drug-free: D.A.R.E. Vehicle Donation Form
Don’t see your charity listed? Click here to view more nonprofits that would benefit from your car donation!
How to Transfer Louisiana Title
How do I transfer title of my vehicle in Louisiana (LA)?
- The state of Louisiana DOES require a Certificate of Title in order to transfer ownership of your vehicle. The state of Louisiana REQUIRES that your title be notarized in order for the transaction to be valid.
- In order to complete the sale of your Louisiana vehicle, you must transfer your title by entering the name of the buyer/purchaser in the buyer/purchaser field. Please PRINT and SIGN your name in the seller/owner field EXACTLY as it appears at the top of the title.
- License plates must be removed at time of pickup. They may be kept or returned to the state.
- For detailed instructions on how to properly fill out and transfer your Louisiana title, see the title samples below.
Helpful State Links
Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles
Learn more about Louisiana
Louisiana Secretary of State
Best Car Donation Programs in Louisiana
If you’re looking to get rid of your junk car and help others, consider donating your car to charity. Here are some of the best car donation programs in Louisiana:
- Support The University of New Orleans’ NPR station: WWNO
- Help people connect with pets and change animal’s lives: PetSmart Charities
- Transform the lives of vulnerable children in Latin America and the Caribbean: NPH USA
- Build a home for a family in the Bayou State: Habitat for Humanity’s Cars for Homes
Don’t see your charity listed? Click here to view more nonprofits that would benefit from your car donation!
How to Transfer Kentucky Title
How do I transfer title of my vehicle in Kentucky (KY)?
- The state of Kentucky DOES require a Certificate of Title in order to transfer ownership of your vehicle. The state of Kentucky REQUIRES that your title be notarized for the transaction to be valid.
- In order to complete the sale of your Kentucky vehicle, you must transfer your title by entering the name of the buyer/purchaser in the buyer/purchaser field. Please PRINT and SIGN your name in the seller/owner field EXACTLY as it appears at the top of the title.
- License plates must be removed at time of pickup. They must be returned to the County Clerk’s Office in order to cancel the registration.
- For detailed instructions on how to properly fill out and transfer your title, see the title samples below.
Helpful State Links
Kentucky Department of Motor Vehicles
Learn more about Kentucky
Kentucky Secretary of State
Best Car Donation Programs in Kentucky
If you’re looking to get rid of your junk car and help others, consider donating your car to charity. Here are some of the best car donation programs in Kentucky:
- Support Murray State’s NPR station: WKMS
- Help deliver the essentials that give children an equitable chance in life: UNICEF USA
- Make a difference in the fight against liver disease and the lives of Kentucky patients: The American Liver Disease Foundation
- Aid aspiring technicians through their education and into careers: TechForce
Don’t see your charity listed? Click here to view more nonprofits that would benefit from your car donation!
How to Transfer Kansas Title
How do I transfer the title of my vehicle in Kansas (KS)?
- The state of Kansas DOES require a Certificate of Title in order to transfer ownership of your vehicle.
- In order to complete the sale of your car in Kansas, you must transfer your title by entering the name of the buyer in the buyer/purchaser field. Please PRINT and SIGN your name in the seller/owner field EXACTLY as it appears at the top of the title.
- License plates must be removed at time of pickup. They must be returned to the County Treasurer’s Motor Vehicle Office in order to cancel the registration.
- For detailed instructions on how to properly fill out and transfer your title, see the title samples below.
Helpful State Links
Kansas Department of Motor Vehicles
Learn more about Kansas
Kansas Secretary of State
Kansas Title 2010
Kansas Title 1993
How to Transfer Iowa Title
How do I transfer title of my vehicle in Iowa (IA)?
- The state of Iowa DOES require a Certificate of Title in order to transfer ownership of your vehicle.
- In order to complete your the sale of your Iowa vehicle, you must transfer your title by entering the name of the buyer/purchaser in the buyer/purchaser field. Please PRINT and SIGN your name in the seller/owner field EXACTLY as it appears at the top of the title.
- License plates must be removed at time of pickup. They must be surrendered to the county treasurer or transferred to another vehicle within 30 days.
- For detailed instructions on how to properly fill out and transfer your Iowa title, see the title samples below.
Helpful State Links
Iowa Department of Transportation
Learn more about Iowa
Iowa Secretary of State
How to Transfer Illinois Title
How do I transfer the title of my vehicle in Illinois (IL)?
- The state of Illinois DOES require a Certificate of Title in order to transfer ownership of your vehicle.
- In order to complete your the sale of your Illinois vehicle, you must transfer your title by entering the name of the buyer/purchaser in the buyer/purchaser field. Please PRINT and SIGN your name in the seller/owner field EXACTLY as it appears at the top of the title.
- License plates must be removed at time of pickup.
- For detailed instructions on how to properly fill out and transfer your Illinois title, see the title samples below.
Helpful State Links
Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles
Learn more about Illinois
Illinois Secretary of State
How to Transfer Idaho Title
How do I transfer title of my vehicle in Idaho (ID)?
- The state of Idaho DOES require a Certificate of Title in order to transfer Idaho title ownership of your vehicle.
- In order to complete the sale of your vehicle in Idaho, you must transfer your title by entering the buyer/purchaser in the buyer/purchaser field. Please PRINT and SIGN your name in the seller/owner field EXACTLY as it appears at the top of the title.
- License plates must be removed at time of pickup. They may be kept, recycled or transferred to another vehicle.
- For detailed instructions on how to properly fill out and transfer your Idaho title, see the title samples below.
Helpful State Links
Idaho Department of Motor Vehicles
Learn more about Idaho
Idaho Secretary of State
How to Transfer Hawaii Title
How do I transfer title of my vehicle in Hawaii (HI)?
- The state of Hawaii DOES require a Certificate of Title in order to transfer ownership of your vehicle.
- In order to complete the sale of your car in Hawaii, you must transfer your title by writing the buyer/purchaser in buyer/purchaser field. Please PRINT and SIGN your name in the seller/owner field EXACTLY as it appears at the top of the title.
- License plates must be removed at time of pickup. They may be kept or returned to the state.
- For detailed instructions on how to properly fill out and transfer your Hawaii title, see the title samples below.
Helpful State Links
Hawaii Department of Transportation
Learn more about Hawaii
HI Business Registration Division
Best Car Donation Programs in Hawaii
If you’re looking to get rid of your junk car and help others, consider donating your car to charity. Here are some of the best car donation programs in Hawaii:
- Help Hawaii’s military families navigate through the obstacles of military life: The Military Family Advisory Network (MFAN)
- Transform the lives of vulnerable children in Latin America and the Caribbean: NPH USA
- Keep Hawaii’s children healthy, safe, and drug-free: D.A.R.E. Vehicle Donation Form
- Build a home for a family in the Aloha State: Habitat for Humanity’s Cars for Homes
Don’t see your charity listed? Click here to view more nonprofits that would benefit from your car donation!