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Sell a car without a Title in Tampa, FL
Lost the title or never had it? Call before you give up. Proof of ownership is always required, and we'll tell you which documents work for your car.
No title · Tampa, FL
No title? Here's how selling your junk car works
Missing the title doesn't always mean you can't sell your junk car. Junk Cars With Us buys cars across Tampa Bay, and proof of ownership is always required . We need to confirm you're legally able to sell the vehicle before we buy it. Call (813) 825-1000 with what you have and we'll tell you if it works.
Every situation is different. The year of the car, whose name it's registered in and whether there's a loan on it all change what's needed. That's why we ask about paperwork on the first call, not when the truck shows up.
Documents that can help prove ownership
- Registration Current or expired, showing the car was registered in your name.
- Valid photo ID Driver's license or state ID matching the name on the paperwork.
- Bill of sale From when you bought the car, if you still have it.
- Lien release Proof the loan is paid off, if the car was ever financed.
- Duplicate title A replacement title from your county tax collector.
- Estate papers If you're selling a family member's car after they passed.
Getting a duplicate title in Florida
If the title is lost, the registered owner can apply for a duplicate at a Florida county tax collector's office, including Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco.
The application is form HSMV 82101. Ask your tax collector's office about current fees and wait times.
Getting a duplicate first often makes the sale simpler.
When we can't buy the car
We can't buy a car from someone who isn't the legal owner or authorized to sell it.
Cars with an unpaid loan need the lien cleared first. Your lender can tell you how.
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No-title questions
Can I sell my junk car without a title in Florida?
Sometimes. Proof of ownership is always required. Call (813) 825-1000 with your year, make, model and what paperwork you have, and we'll tell you whether we can buy it and what you'll need.
What if the car is registered in someone else's name?
The registered owner usually needs to sign, or you need documents showing you're authorized to sell it, such as estate papers. Tell us the situation when you call.
How do I replace a lost title in Florida?
The registered owner can apply for a duplicate title at a county tax collector's office using form HSMV 82101. Ask the office about current fees and timing.
Does having no title change my offer?
Tell us what paperwork you have when you call. We'll factor it in and give you a straight answer on the phone.
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