Donate a car or vehicle in Arkansas AR
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When donating a car it is necessary to transfer ownership. Various states have different regulations on how this is done. This page is a collection of actual references from various state web sites.

Just click on any of the links below for more information on that subject.

 

1. What is needed to register and title a newly acquired new or used vehicle?

2. How can I apply for a replacement title?

3. How can I renew my car tags?

 

 

1. What is needed to register and title a newly acquired new or used vehicle?

To avoid penalties, you must apply for title and registration as follows:

Within thirty (30) calendar days of the date of transfer; or within thirty (30) calendar days of the date which a prior lien has been released, whichever date is later.

The following documents are required to register and title a new or used vehicle:

• Arkansas law requires that certain motor vehicles for which an Arkansas title cannot be surrendered must undergo a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) inspection. A certified law enforcement officer of any city or county in Arkansas, the Arkansas State Police, or a designee of the Arkansas State Police, may conduct the inspection.
  
  A VIN inspection is required:
  1. When titling and registering a used motor vehicle that is not currently titled in Arkansas.
  2. When titling and registering a used motor vehicle that has been titled in Arkansas but the applicant cannot provide the previous owner 's Arkansas title.
• The manufacturer’s certificate of origin properly assigned to the buyer if it is a new vehicle or the previous owner’s title properly assigned to the buyer if it is a used vehicle.
• An invoice or bill of sale reflecting the full purchased price of the vehicle including any trade-in information. (Trade-in information must include VIN of the trade-in vehicle and amount of the trade-in allowance.)
• Odometer Statement. Under federal guidelines, vehicles less than 10 years old must have a fully completed odometer disclosure statement signed by both the buyer and the seller.
• If the control number on the back of the previous owner 's Arkansas title is less than 3003001 or an out-of-state title is being surrendered, a separate bill of sale and conforming odometer statement must accompany the title. These forms may be obtained at any Revenue Office.
• If an Arkansas title is being surrendered and the control number is 3003001 or greater, the bill of sale and odometer statement on the back of the title is sufficient if it is filled out properly and fully completed.
• A signed copy of the lien contract if you have financed the purchase.
• Proof from your county assessor showing that the vehicle has been assessed or listed for assessment for the current year.
• Proof that personal property taxes due by the previous October 10 th have been paid. Acceptable proof is either your receipt from your county tax collector, or certification of payment stamped on your assessment papers.
• Proof of liability insurance coverage on the vehicle being registered and titled.
• A current registration certificate, if you wish to transfer the license plate from your previous vehicle.
• Sales tax, registration and title fees: The state sales and use tax rate is 6%, 7% for Texarkana residents, of the taxable price of motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers with a gross purchase price of $2500.00 or greater. Tax is computed on the total delivery price including rebate, freight charges and extra equipment. Federal Excise Tax is not included. Extended warranties are taxable whether or not the vehicle is taxable.
  
  Credit for Trade-In - If the invoice or bill of sale reflects a credit given for a trade-in, tax is computed on the difference of the total consideration paid less the trade-in credit.
  
  Local taxes may be due depending on your residence. Each local tax will not exceed $25.00 for each 1% of tax due.
  
  Credit for vehicle sold - If a motor vehicle or trailer is sold rather than traded in, credit may be given to the owner if the sale is 45 days prior to, or within 45 days after the purchase of a newly acquired vehicle. If sold 45 days prior to registration of the newly acquired vehicle the owner may receive credit when applying for title and registration of the newly acquired vehicle. A bill of sale must be presented for the vehicle sold, signed by the buyer and seller, reflecting the year, make, and price of the vehicle purchased less amount received for the vehicle sold.
  
  Credit for Balloon Note - If a vehicle purchased on a smart buy is turned in rather than paying a final "balloon" note, credit may be given in the amount due for the balloon payment. A copy of the document from the dealer or lien holder reflecting the "balloon" amount due is required.
  
  

3. How can I renew my car tags?

• If you are renewing previously issued car tags and you do not need to change any information, other than your address, you can renew by phone, internet or mail. These are the quickest and most efficient ways to renew your car tags. Instructions for renewing are included with the renewal notice that you are sent by the Office of Motor Vehicles.
• Toll free number for registration renewal help line is 1-888-389-8336.
• The mailing address for renewal by mail is:
  Department of Finance and Administration
  Office of Motor Vehicle
  P O Box 3153
  Little Rock, AR 72203-3153

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