How to Correctly Fill Out an Alabama Vehicle Title
1. Understand the Sections of the Title
Before you begin, familiarize yourself with the different sections of the Alabama car title:
- Owner Information: Details of the current owner (seller).
- Vehicle Information: Details about the vehicle (make, model, year, VIN).
- Lien Information: Information about any liens on the vehicle.
- Transfer of Ownership: Section for buyer and seller details and signatures.
- Odometer Disclosure Statement: Required if the vehicle is less than 10 years old.
Alabama Department of Revenue - Vehicle Titles
2. Complete the Seller’s Section
The seller needs to complete their section of the title, which typically includes:
- Full Name and Address: Ensure the information matches the details on the title.
- Date of Sale: The exact date the vehicle is sold.
- Sale Price: The amount for which the vehicle is sold.
- Odometer Reading: Enter the current odometer reading at the time of sale.
- Signature: The seller must sign the title.
3. Fill Out the Buyer’s Section
The buyer needs to fill out their section of the title, which includes:
- Full Name and Address: Ensure all information is accurate and matches your ID.
- Odometer Disclosure: Acknowledge the odometer reading provided by the seller.
- Signature: The buyer must sign the title.
Alabama Title Transfer Requirements
4. Address the Lien Information
If there is a lien on the vehicle, the lienholder’s information must be correctly listed. If the lien has been satisfied, ensure a lien release document is provided.
5. Odometer Disclosure Statement
For vehicles less than 10 years old, an odometer disclosure statement is required. This statement must include:
- Current Odometer Reading: As provided by the seller.
- Signatures of Both Parties: Both the seller and buyer must sign the odometer disclosure statement.
6. Verify All Information
Before submitting the title, double-check all information for accuracy:
- Ensure names and addresses are correctly spelled.
- Verify the VIN is accurate.
- Confirm that all signatures are in place.
- Check that the odometer reading matches the disclosure statement.
7. Submit the Completed Title
Take the completed title, along with the bill of sale, odometer disclosure statement, and any lien release documents to your local county licensing office. Pay the necessary fees to complete the title transfer process.
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