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Paperwork When Buying a Car in Maine

- Required Paperwork
- Missing Title
- Bill of Sale
Page OverviewRequired Paperwork
You will need these documents to register your car after you purchase it:
- Title, signed over to you, if the vehicle is 15 years old or newer
- Insurance proof
- Registration application and excise tax receipt (from your town office)
Missing Title
If the seller cannot find the title, they will need to apply for a duplicate title.
Bill of Sale
A bill of sale is necessary for registering and titling your vehicle. You can, if needed, conveniently download a blank copy of this document from our Bill of Sale page.
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