Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
I found an error on your website, what do I do?
We try our best to provide accurate information about our vehicles, if you spot an error please contact us and we will have it fixed as soon as possible.
What is the licensing fee for? How long will it take to get plates?
One of the fees that apply to in-state deals is the license fee, this fee is typically $250 but can vary depending on a few factors, for example cars newer than 2010 may pay a $270 licensing fee. The licensing fee is used to transfer the vehicle to the buyers name and to have plates issued for the vehicle. The DOL may charge than the licensing fee in which case you get back the difference e.g. they charge $240 and you paid $250 then you get a $10 check with your plates. Plates typically arrive 2-3 weeks after the paperwork is signed.
Can I hold a vehicle if I'm not ready to buy?
We do offer customers the ability to hold vehicles, for more specifics please contact us. Without a deposit we cannot hold the vehicle, and it is first come first served.
How do I transfer a vehicle for out of state deals?
Out of state deals require that the buyer transfer the vehicle themselves, most states will only require the title and odometer disclosures showing the chain of ownership from us to you. Some states may require additional documents so please contact your local DMV about what documents will be required.
Accepted documents to prove out of state residency for Out of State Deals:
Out of state deals require that you submit two documents to prove you live out of state, the first will be your license or state ID the second can be any document specified by WAC 458-20-177 and includes a copy of any one of the following documents, on which there is an out-of-state address for the buyer (Bolded options are the most common):
(A) A current residential rental agreement;
(B) A property tax statement from the current or previous year;
(C) A utility bill, dated within the previous two months;
(D) A state income tax return from the previous year;
(E) A voter registration card;
(F) A current credit report; or
(G) Any other document determined by the department to be acceptable, with buyer's street address, such as:
(I) A bank statement issued within the previous two months;
(II) A government check issued within the previous two months;
(III) A pay check issued within the previous two months;
(IV) Mortgage documents of current personal residence;
(V) Current vehicle insurance card;
(VI) Letter or other documentation issued by the postmaster within the previous two months; or
(VII) Other government document issued within the previous two months;
(iii) A completed witnessed declaration in the form designated by the department, signed by the buyer, and stating that the buyer's purchase meets the requirements of this section (buyer's affidavit); and
(iv) A seller's certification, in the form designated by the department, that either a vehicle trip permit was issued or the vehicle was immediately registered and licensed in another state as required by RCW 82.08.0264.
To comply with these requirements, the seller must retain a properly completed buyer's affidavit and seller's certificate (in-state delivery). See the department's website dor.wa.gov for affidavit and certificate forms.
We try our best to provide accurate information about our vehicles, if you spot an error please contact us and we will have it fixed as soon as possible.
What is the licensing fee for? How long will it take to get plates?
One of the fees that apply to in-state deals is the license fee, this fee is typically $250 but can vary depending on a few factors, for example cars newer than 2010 may pay a $270 licensing fee. The licensing fee is used to transfer the vehicle to the buyers name and to have plates issued for the vehicle. The DOL may charge than the licensing fee in which case you get back the difference e.g. they charge $240 and you paid $250 then you get a $10 check with your plates. Plates typically arrive 2-3 weeks after the paperwork is signed.
Can I hold a vehicle if I'm not ready to buy?
We do offer customers the ability to hold vehicles, for more specifics please contact us. Without a deposit we cannot hold the vehicle, and it is first come first served.
How do I transfer a vehicle for out of state deals?
Out of state deals require that the buyer transfer the vehicle themselves, most states will only require the title and odometer disclosures showing the chain of ownership from us to you. Some states may require additional documents so please contact your local DMV about what documents will be required.
Accepted documents to prove out of state residency for Out of State Deals:
Out of state deals require that you submit two documents to prove you live out of state, the first will be your license or state ID the second can be any document specified by WAC 458-20-177 and includes a copy of any one of the following documents, on which there is an out-of-state address for the buyer (Bolded options are the most common):
(A) A current residential rental agreement;
(B) A property tax statement from the current or previous year;
(C) A utility bill, dated within the previous two months;
(D) A state income tax return from the previous year;
(E) A voter registration card;
(F) A current credit report; or
(G) Any other document determined by the department to be acceptable, with buyer's street address, such as:
(I) A bank statement issued within the previous two months;
(II) A government check issued within the previous two months;
(III) A pay check issued within the previous two months;
(IV) Mortgage documents of current personal residence;
(V) Current vehicle insurance card;
(VI) Letter or other documentation issued by the postmaster within the previous two months; or
(VII) Other government document issued within the previous two months;
(iii) A completed witnessed declaration in the form designated by the department, signed by the buyer, and stating that the buyer's purchase meets the requirements of this section (buyer's affidavit); and
(iv) A seller's certification, in the form designated by the department, that either a vehicle trip permit was issued or the vehicle was immediately registered and licensed in another state as required by RCW 82.08.0264.
To comply with these requirements, the seller must retain a properly completed buyer's affidavit and seller's certificate (in-state delivery). See the department's website dor.wa.gov for affidavit and certificate forms.
