When registering a used vehicle in Maine, you must provide a Bill of Sale to prove ownership. This document verifies the transaction between the seller and the buyer and is essential for transferring the title and registration.
If you lose your vehicle title in Maine, you should apply for a duplicate title through the DMV. You’ll need to fill out an application form and pay the appropriate fee to obtain a replacement title.
In Maine, a vehicle title is valid indefinitely until the vehicle is sold or otherwise transferred to a new owner. There is no expiration date for the title itself, but it must be updated or transferred when ownership changes.
To transfer a vehicle title when buying a car from a private seller in Maine, you need to complete the title transfer section on the title document. Both the seller and the buyer must fill out and sign the appropriate sections to complete the transfer.
If there is a lien on the vehicle title, you must obtain a lien release from the lienholder before you can transfer or update the title. This release confirms that the lien has been satisfied, allowing you to proceed with the title transfer or registration process.
