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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, shipping stores, or authorized third-party MVD providers along Grand Avenue or in nearby Surprise and Sun City. Once you have the signed and notarized title, take it to a nearby MVD office or an authorized provider to complete the transfer and register the vehicle in your name.
Always prioritize safety by meeting in a public, well-lit area during the day. Good options in the El Mirage area include:
The parking lot of the El Mirage Police Department on West Thunderbird Road.
A busy retail center, such as the shopping plazas near Grand Avenue and Greenway Road.
The parking area of a large public park like Gateway Park (during daylight hours).
Although you are exempt from sales tax, you will be responsible for paying registration fees and the annual Vehicle License Tax (VLT) when you title the car in your name. The VLT is based on the vehicle's assessed value and is paid annually.
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 Grand Avenue (US 60) or Loop 303.