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To drive your newly purchased car home or to the MVD in Nogales, 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 I-19.
Always prioritize safety by meeting in a public, well-lit area during the day. Good options in the Tubac area include:
1. The parking lot of a busy public space, such as the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park visitor center.
2. A well-known local business or a busy shopping center in nearby Green Valley.
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.
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 businesses in Tubac or at banks in nearby Green Valley or Nogales. Once you have the signed and notarized title, you must take it to an MVD office (the closest are in Nogales or Green Valley) or an authorized third-party provider to complete the transfer and register the vehicle in your name.
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, flood damage, odometer rollbacks, or a salvage title brand.