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Paperwork When Buying a Car in Connecticut
- Steps When Buying a Car
- Next Steps When Buying a Car
- Bill of Sale
Page OverviewSteps When Buying a Car
When you buy a car from a private party, first complete a proper title transfer and a Bill of Sale with the former owner. Then you'll need to go get a temporary registration, so you can get an emissions test and safety inspection.
To get the temporary registration, take the following paperwork to a DMV office:
- The car title, signed over to you.
- The Bill of Sale.
- A current Connecticut insurance card.
- Registration application (available at the DMV office, or by mail.)
- Identification.
The temporary registration fee is $21 and is good for 10 days.
If you are buying a car at a dealership, their staff will help you fill out and file the paperwork. Normally, a fee is charged.
Next Steps When Buying a Car
The emissions and safety inspectors will give you a form to take back to the DMV so you can register the vehicle. More registration fees are due at this time, plus a title transfer fee and plate fee.
Bill of Sale
A Bill of Sale is always smart to have for your records. It serves as your proof of purchase and protects you down the road should any questions arise. You can easily download one from our Bill of Sale page.
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