What will I need for ownership transfer at the time of purchase of my new vehicle?
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Are you wanting to register the new vehicle in the state of New York?
Yes I am.
You can use DMV's document guide to make sure you get all documents you need from a seller so that you can register your vehicle in New York.
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What must the seller do when transferring ownership to me?
The seller must either complete and sign the transfer ownership section of the title certificate and sign a bill of sale or provide other acceptable proofs of ownership and transfer of ownership.
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Does the bill of sale need to be signed even if a vehicle is a gift?
Yes, the bill of sale must be signed when transferring ownership even if a vehicle is a gift.
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Are proofs of ownership needed to register and title different types of vehicles different?
Yes, the proofs of ownership needed to register and title a vehicle in New York are different for different types of vehicles for example cars, trailers, boats, snowmobiles, manufactured homes.
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How do I register a vehicle that I received as a gift?
You cannot do that over the phone, online, or by mail.  Vehicles received as gifts must be registered at a DMV office.
Does a snowmobile received as a gift need to be registered?
It must be registered at a DMV office.  If it was a gift it cannot be registered over the phone, online or by mail.
