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To legally transfer ownership, the seller must sign the back of the original Georgia Certificate of Title. Every owner listed on the front must sign as a seller. Bring your properly signed title to the Heard County Tax Commissioner’s Office right here in Franklin to complete the transfer and put the car in your name.
We suggest getting a full vehicle history report from a trusted service like KarKiosk. This report helps you find hidden crash damage, spot potential salvage titles, and confirm if the vehicle has a history of severe flood damage.
No. Georgia does not require a notary for title signatures in private party car sales. You simply need to sign and date the correct sections to make the transfer legal. However, if you buy a car with an out-of-state title, you must follow the specific notary rules of that originating state.
If the seller cannot find the paper title, they must apply for a replacement title (Form MV-1) from the Georgia Department of Revenue before they can legally sell the vehicle to you. Do not exchange money for a car without receiving a properly signed, physical title in your hand.
Absolutely. You should always hire a trusted mechanic to inspect any vehicle before you buy. You can find independent auto repair shops around Franklin that can put the car on a lift for a full look. This step is vital for identifying bad engines, weak transmissions, or thin brake pads before they become a costly problem.