To transfer a car title you must pay a flat fee of $15 for the title, $10 for making the transfer, and the road tax. (5% of the purchase price, up to a maximum of $300).
You already know how much the DMV charges for change of ownership in South Carolina, now we will tell you what the requirements are.
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Requirements to change vehicle ownership in South Carolina
To process the change of vehicle ownership in South Carolina, you must present the following documents to the DMV:
- Completed Title Application (Form 400)
- Driver's license or other valid South Carolina ID
- The car title filled out and signed by the sellers and buyers. Must include odometer reading, if applicable
- Release of liens, if applicable
- Bill of sale that includes the following information: name and address of the buyer, date of sale, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), year, make and model, etc.
- If you request a new license plate, you must show payment of the tax
- Payment of fees
You can attend a DMV office, or make the transfer by mail by sending the documents and the corresponding payment in the name of the SCDMV to the following address:
SCDMV
Titles and Registration
PO Box 1498
Blythewood, SC 29016-0024
After making the sale, the seller must notify the SCDMV. You must also complete the Notice of Sold Vehicle (SCDMV Form 416) and take it to any branch or mail it to the following address:
SCDMV
Mail-in Registration
PO Box 1498
Blythewood, SC 29016-0036
The process must be completed within 45 days.
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