Vehicle Title Transfer
Title transfer fees themselves are small. Sales tax on the vehicle purchase is where the money goes.
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Price and terms
- Typical: $75 per transfer
- Typical range: $15–$250
What this fee covers
Title transfer for a used vehicle purchase.
Hidden fees to watch
- Sales tax on purchase price (5-9%)
- Lien recording fee
- Notary fee
Ways to pay less
- Some states use book value, not sale price, to calculate sales tax
- Private sales can save on dealer doc fees
Official source · Last verified 2026-07-04