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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, 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 essential for legally driving on local roads or I-10.
Always prioritize safety by meeting in a public, well-lit area during the day. Since Donovan Estates is residential, you should meet in a public area in nearby Eloy:
1. The parking lot of the Eloy Police Department.
2. A busy retail parking lot, such as the shopping centers near I-10 and Sunshine Blvd.
3. The parking area of a well-known public space like the Eloy City Hall.
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.
For a comprehensive overview of the car's past, consider getting a vehicle history report from KarKiosk. This is crucial for checking if the vehicle has been in an accident, has a salvage title, or has suffered flood damage from monsoon storms.
To legally transfer ownership, the seller must sign the back of the title. In Arizona, this signature must be notarized to be valid. You can find notary services at local banks, insurance agencies, or business service centers in the greater Yuma area. Once you have the signed and notarized title, take it to an MVD office in Yuma or an authorized third-party provider to complete the transfer and register the vehicle in your name.