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While the Arizona MVD does not legally require a Bill of Sale to process a title transfer, having one is smart. It acts as your receipt and proof of purchase, protecting you from future disputes regarding the price or the date you took ownership. The document should list the VIN, make, model, sale price, date, and signatures of both the buyer and seller.
Generally, no. Private party vehicle sales in Arizona are typically exempt from the Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT), which is the state's equivalent of sales tax. This exemption applies to "casual" sales between individuals, which can save you money compared to buying from a used car lot.
Even though you don't pay sales tax to the seller, you will pay fees when you register the car. This includes title transfer fees and the Vehicle License Tax (VLT), which is assessed annually based on the value of the car. You pay this at the MVD or authorized third-party provider.
To transfer ownership, the seller must sign the back of the Arizona Certificate of Title. Arizona law requires this signature to be notarized to be valid. You can find notary services at many check-cashing stores, banks, and third-party MVD partners along major streets like Indian School Road, Thomas Road, or 51st Avenue. Once notarized, take the title to a local MVD office or third-party provider to complete the transfer.
Yes. Maryvale is located within Maricopa County, which is designated as "Area A" for air quality. This means most vehicles older than five years must pass an emissions test every one to two years. Before you finalize the purchase, check the vehicle's emissions history on the AZ MVD Now website to ensure it has a passing status and isn't due for a test immediately.
In Arizona, license plates belong to the person, not the car. The seller must remove their plate before you drive away. Never drive a car with the seller's license plate on it. You will need to obtain your own plate and registration.
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