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To transfer ownership, the seller must sign the back of the title. In Arizona, this signature must be notarized to be legally valid. You can find notary services at most banks in Goodyear or at authorized third-party MVD providers. Once you have the signed and notarized title, take it to an MVD office or an authorized provider to complete the transfer and register the vehicle in your name.
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 at the MVD. The VLT is based on the vehicle's assessed value.
To transfer ownership, the seller must sign the back of the title. In Arizona, this signature must be notarized to be legally valid. You can find notary services at most banks in Goodyear or at authorized third-party MVD providers. Once you have the signed and notarized title, take it to an MVD office or an authorized provider to complete the transfer and register the vehicle in your name.
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 the 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, which is the most convenient option for Goodyear residents.
Always prioritize safety by meeting in a public, well-lit area during the day. Good options in Goodyear, AZ, include:
1. The parking lot of the Goodyear Police Department on Litchfield Road.
2. Busy shopping centers like the Market at Estrella Falls or near the Goodyear Ballpark when events are not taking place.
Before paying, carefully inspect the title document. Ensure the seller’s name on the title matches their government-issued ID. Also, check 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.