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Always prioritize safety by meeting in a public, well-lit area during the day. Mountainaire is small, but good options include:
1. The parking lot of the Mountainaire Country Store (a central community hub).
2. The designated "Safe Internet Exchange Zone" at the Flagstaff Police Department (a short drive north).
3. A busy gas station or travel center at the Kachina Village exit off I-17.
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 can uncover critical information that a seller might not disclose, such as previous accidents, odometer rollbacks, flood damage, or a salvage title brand.
No. The person whose name is on the title as the owner must be the one to sign it in front of the notary and present their photo ID. The notary’s job is to verify the identity of the signer directly.
If the seller cannot find the title, they must apply for a duplicate title from the Arizona MVD before they can legally sell the vehicle to you. Do not exchange money for a car without receiving a properly signed and notarized title.
To legally transfer ownership, the seller must sign the back of the title. In Arizona, this signature must be notarized to be valid. You will need to travel into Flagstaff to find notary services at a local bank, shipping store, or authorized third-party MVD provider. Once you have the signed and notarized title, take it to an MVD office in Flagstaff or an authorized provider to complete the transfer and register the vehicle in your name.