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Buying a vehicle out of state?

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2.1K views 16 replies 9 participants last post by  1954 Chevy  
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How many of you guys have purchased a vehicle out of state before? How much of a hassle was it? I'm looking at the possibility of trading in my '14 Duramax on a '13 Denali HD Duramax and cashing out some of my equity in it as well. I've found a nice one at a GM dealer in Missouri and it's exactly what I want and at a nice price to boot. I'd assume the dealer would be able to handle most of it just like they do when I purchase vehicles here in NC. Any input would be appreciated.
 
#3 ·
Excellent. I assume I pay taxes only in my home state?
 
#7 ·
I want to say that when I bought my '94 Century wagon from a dealer in Florida that I had to pay tax there but I was given a form to give to the Michigan Secretary of State office showing that I already paid sales tax on it and wouldn't have to again.
 
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I almost bought a car from out of state. My insurance carrier would not insure it without my state registration/plates.
 
#14 ·
Weird...State Farm says I'm covered by my existing insurance if I buy a car out of state and drive it home
 
#17 ·
Your home state county clerk's office, or DMV, whatever they use there, is the first place you should call. They should be able to tell you all of the ins & outs they require. Then you can talk to the dealer in the other state to see what they require. You will most likely be paying taxes to your home state. Make sure you tell the county clerk you are trading trucks, as there may be a form to be filled out & notarized by the dealership. In some states you pay taxes only on the difference in price, others you pay on the whole price of the new truck. If you have any doubts on the condition of the other truck, a cheap round trip plane ride might be a good idea.