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To transfer ownership of cars for sale by owner, the seller must sign and date the back of the original Georgia Certificate of Title. You then bring this signed document to the Macon-Bibb County Tax Commissioner's Office to put the car legally in your name.
Always protect yourself by meeting in a public, well-lit space during daylight hours. Good local options include the parking area near a Macon-Bibb County Sheriff's Office precinct or a busy shopping plaza along Pio Nono Avenue.
Ask to see the seller's driver's license. Check that the name matches the owner printed on the front of the title. You must also compare the VIN on the title to the VIN stamped on the car's dashboard to ensure they match exactly.
A lien means a bank or lender holds a financial claim on the vehicle. Look at the front of the Georgia title for any listed lienholders. If you see a lien, the seller must provide a signed lien release document from that lender before you can get a clear title.
Always purchase a reliable vehicle history report using the car's VIN before you buy. This report reveals if the car suffered major accidents, carries a salvage title, or sustained flood damage.
Yes. We advise having a trusted mechanic examine any vehicle before you hand over cash. Local auto repair shops in the Unionville and greater Macon area can perform a full inspection to find hidden mechanical issues.
Unionville is a historic neighborhood in Macon with a mix of urban traffic and older streets. When a mechanic inspects the vehicle, ask them to check the suspension and brakes carefully to ensure the car handles well for everyday city driving.