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To legally transfer ownership, the seller must sign the back of the Arizona Certificate of Title. A critical requirement in Arizona is that this signature must be notarized to be valid. Due to Bagdad's small size, notary services might be limited to the local bank or mine administrative offices. You may need to travel to a larger town like Prescott. Once notarized, the title can be processed at an MVD office or authorized third-party provider, likely requiring a trip out of town.
In Arizona, the license plate stays with the seller. Plates are registered to an individual, not the vehicle. The seller is required by law to remove their plate before you take possession of the car. Do not drive the car with the seller's plates on it.
To drive your newly purchased car home or to an MVD office in another town, you must get a "Restricted Use 3-Day Permit." This temporary permit can be easily purchased and printed online through the AZ MVD Now website. This is absolutely essential for legally driving on the remote Highway 96 or 97.
Always prioritize safety by meeting in a public, well-lit area during the day. In a small, close-knit town like Bagdad, good options include:
1. The parking lot of the Bagdad Market or the Bashas' store.
2. The area near the Bagdad Unified School District buildings.
3. The parking lot of the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office substation.
Before paying, carefully inspect the title document. Ensure the seller’s name on the title matches their government-issued ID. Critically, verify that the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the title perfectly matches the VIN on the car’s dashboard and driver-side door jamb.
A lien means a lender still has a financial claim on the vehicle. You can check for liens for free on the AZ MVD Now website using the car's VIN. If a lien exists, the seller must provide you with a lien release document from the lender before you can get a clear title.
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