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To drive your newly purchased car home or to the MVD, 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 the busy Highway 179.
Always prioritize safety by meeting in a public, well-lit area during the day. Given the area's layout, good options include:
1. The parking lot of a major grocery store or shopping center in VOC.
2. A public parking area near a busy hotel or restaurant along Highway 179.
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.
To legally transfer ownership, the seller must sign the back of the Arizona Certificate of Title. A critical requirement in Arizona is that this signature must be notarized to be valid. You can find notary services at local businesses within VOC or in nearby Sedona. Once signed and notarized, take the title to an authorized third-party MVD provider in Sedona or the MVD office in Cottonwood to complete the transfer.
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.