Everything's bigger in Texas - including the paperwork! Complete guide to selling vehicles in the Lone Star State. Forms, fees, taxes, and legal requirements explained in plain English.
Blue title, signed on back
Application for Texas Title
Valid safety inspection
Affidavit of Motor Vehicle Gift Transfer (if gift)
Recommended but not required
For vehicles under 20 years
Standard title fee
Of purchase price or SPV
County/city tax
Based on vehicle weight
Safety + emissions
After 30 days
If buying from dealer
💡 Standard Passenger Vehicle: Expect $250-400 total
Title signed, payment exchanged
Buyer must transfer to avoid penalty
At county tax office
Required for registration
Mailed from Austin
No tax between family. Use Form VTR-346. $10 gift tax only.
New residents have 30 days. Need VIN inspection for out-of-state vehicles.
Lost title? Get bonded title. Costs 1.5x vehicle value in bond.
16 locations, appointment recommended
7 locations, online queue available
5 locations, express service
5 locations, heavy wait times
6 locations, Saturday hours
3 locations, growing fast
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