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by Sheriff Raff -Answerhag on August 17th, 2009
In New York State, you need to have a "bill of sale". It would behoove you to write the model, year and VIN on the document and write the words "as is". If the car breaks down tomorrow, he will come back and want a refund.
Be safe, have someone with you while the transaction is taking place. Try to conduct the business outside of you residence.
I will never, ever sell a car to a private individual.. I might give it away.. but never sell it to anyone but a dealer. There are too many freaks and weirdos out there, I don't want to end up dead or stalked.
Make sure you take the plates off the car, you will most likely need to turn them into DMV and also be sure to take the insurance off your vehicle once it is sold.
If you are accepting cash, get a counterfeit detection pen to make sure you are being given real money. If you are accepting a money order, make sure it is genuine.
by john pennington on August 17th, 2009
The signed and dated title should be sufficient.
Giving him a copy of the registration would be okay, but not necessary. it might help him with the police if he is stopped for a trf. violation, before he has the title changed over into his name.
Can the VIN number reveal owner history?
by Answerbag Staff on July 27th, 2010
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Would you drive this car to get 258 mpg?
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Why would a steering column need to be changed on a 2007 car ? Is this a sign that the car was in an accident ?
by calmwaters1 on September 28th, 2011
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What has been the worst car you havw owned?
by AndyP on September 5th, 2011
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Many thanks for your helpful comments! Btw, I'm in Georgia.
by MarkOlson on August 17th, 2009
It is sad but so many people prey on sellers with all types of schemes and scams. When I went to Georgia I had to produce identification to claim my bags after the plane landed... what does that tell you.. people are desperate. My boss had her purse stolen out of a trade show booth near where the Olympics were held. Be very cautious when dealing with strangers.
by Sheriff Raff -Answerhag on August 17th, 2009