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I had this issue with Carmax. As long as the vehicle is registered to you, you can trade it in without having a copy of your registration. Carmax has access to DMV records and they can verify who owns the vehicle. I'm speaking for California transactions. Not sure about out of state.
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Can you trade a car without it being registered?
Yes, as long as you have the title or transfer of ownership registration.
Can you insure your car without registration?
Yes, some companies will insure your car without registration.
Can you trade in a car if you don't have current registration on it?
The answer is no.
Does the car dealer keep registration fees on a trade in?
All car dealers SHOULD keep registration fees on a trade in car but if a client requests other wise then there is not much they can or will do, although if you ask to know the registration fees they should be able to tell you.
Can you drive a new car home without registration?
No. But the dealer has, or can get you, a temporary registration.
Can you trade in your car if you don't have current registration on it?
No, because you can't show legal title to owning the car.
Can you trade in a vehicle in California without the registration?
In most states, you can trade in the vehicle without it being registered. However, you do need a TITLE to prove that you own the vehicle.
Is it considered a violation to use a car without a valid registration?
In all states, operating a vehicle without a valid registration is a violation of some sort. In some towns, if you get pulled over without a valid registration, they can hook your car. (My daughter can verify that!) If the car was, in fact, registered but you didn't have the documentation with you, that is a lesser violation (failure to produce documentation).
How do you get registration without car title?
If you have a bill of sale there is a bond you can pay for in Georgia that allow you to register the car.
Is it illegal to drive without registration?
Yes, it is illegal. You will be cited and your car will be impounded.
Can you be ticketed in Massachusetts for not having your insurance card in the car?
No, there is no such thing an an "insurance card" in Massachusetts. The insurance information is on the registration, you can't get the registration without it.
If you trade in a car do you still pay on the car you trade in?
Should not cost you a cent. Simply show them your paper-work for your vehicle such as registration, [insurance], and also your driver's license and they'll appraise your car. This process however can take awhile.
