How to Locate a Car Title

A car's title contains information about your vehicle such as color or type. The document is also considered proof of vehicle ownership. This title is usually given to a person after the purchase of a vehicle however there are many vehicles out there that are abandoned. If you wanted to resurface the title you would have to go through various steps to complete this process.

Instructions

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Different states have different laws regarding the title, however most states have a minimum cost to repurchase the title. The title is kept on file at the division of motor vehicles of the state that the vehicle was originally purchased in.

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Find out the number or location of the DMV in your area. You need to call or make your way to this particular DMV.

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Take your license and the proof of purchase with you, as well as the VIN number to the vehicle.

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Present your license and proof of purchase of the vehicle as well as a picture or some other physical proof of the vehicle to the clerk. The cost for purchasing a copy of your title varies from state to state. It can range from $2 in Texas to just over $75 in Florida.