What is the procedure to transfer the title when buying a used car?

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xianyongwu2020 Member

Member since 28 November 2021

xianyongwu2020Member28 November 2021 13:55:11

Hi, everyone, I am new here and I have decided to buy a used car from the Clasificados website. What is the suggested procedure to transfer the title?

In some states, both the seller and buyer need to go to DMV to finish the transfer, while in some states, sellers do not necessarily go with the buyers, just giving them the title. I am not sure how things work here.

On the PRelocate website, it suggests 5 steps: (1) Craft a Bill of Sale; (2) Make the Payment; (3) Go to a Notary; (4) Buy Stamps; (5) Transfer the Title. The link could be found here: https://relocatepuertorico.com/the-proc … erto-rico/

Do we have to go through such a complicated process when buying a used car? Or, we can just go with the seller (title, car, marbete, etc.) to DTOP directly?

Thanks so much for your time and help here.

jenmayodc Active member

Member since 12 October 2021

jenmayodcActive member28 November 2021 14:10:29

If both seller and buyer have the CESCO digital mobile app you can do part of the process there. In any case, the app gives you a pretty detailed explanation of what you need to do. Hope this helps!

xianyongwu2020 Member

Member since 28 November 2021

xianyongwu2020Member28 November 2021 14:35:30

Hi, I have downloaded this app, but I do not have a PR license, so I cannot log in. I only have the driver license from the states.

Thanks for your information!

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