Can I buy a car in California and register it out of state?

Yes, in most cases, purchasing a car in another state is possible, but there’s more involved compared to buying locally. Vehicle registration, sales tax, and emissions laws vary by state.

Can you drive a car without plates if you just bought it in California?

In California, you can drive a car you just bought without plates or registration. The state requires you to register the vehicle and get permanent plates within 90 days of purchase. The cost for temporary tags in California is $50.

How long do you have to register a car after purchase in California?

In California, a dealership has 20 days after the sale of a new car to submit an application for registration. If the vehicle is used, the dealership has 30 days from the date of the sale to submit the application, which must be accompanied by all fees and penalties due for registration or transfer of registration.

How long can I drive an out of state car in Massachusetts?

one year
However, if you are a foreign visitor with a valid license from one of the countries or territories approved by the RMV, you may legally drive in Massachusetts for up to one year. The year begins on the date of your arrival, and you must be at least 18 years old and drive only the vehicle type covered by your license.

Can I buy a car in AZ and register it in CA?

You may have a hard time avoiding CA tax if you don’t live in AZ, but you really want to avoid getting taxed by both states. Same with Title/registration fees. Yes. But you will need to register it in your state.

Can I drive a car after buying it?

Yes you can! The state of California requires visible proof of vehicle registration at all times. The proof could be a current plate or a temporary registration sticker.

Can you drive a car you just bought without plates in Massachusetts?

Even in Massachusetts, it’s generally illegal to swap plates like this, yet this law requires you to do exactly that. It’s the only way you can drive a newly acquired car while you’re still in the process of registering it.

Can I register a car in Massachusetts if I live out of state?

In Massachusetts, any vehicle owned by a non-resident that is properly registered in another state other than Massachusetts does not have to be registered. However, you must register your vehicle in Massachusetts as soon as you become a Massachusetts resident.

Do you have to register a car in another state in California?

In California, if your vehicle is already registered in another state, you do not have to register it too. If you establish residency, you have up to 20 days to register the vehicle. To learn more about registering a car in California, read our blog post: How to register a car in California. Colorado Car Registration Requirements

Why is it so expensive to register a used car in California?

Registering out-of-state vehicles in California can be expensive due to the state’s high emissions standards and smog test requirements. Some used vehicles with diesel engines may have to go through a lengthy and expensive approval process to be registered in California if the vehicle was never originally sold in the state with a diesel.

Can you buy a used car as is in California?

Buying a Used Car in California Dealers in California can legally sell vehicles “as-is.” Under the as-is law, dealers don’t have to repair a car before reselling it or provide a warranty. If a dealer offers to repair a vehicle after the sale, make sure the salesperson signs a written agreement so you can hold them to it.

Can a non resident of Maryland register a car in Massachusetts?

Non-residents of Maryland must obtain a non-resident permit from the MVA. In Massachusetts, any vehicle owned by a non-resident that is properly registered in another state other than Massachusetts does not have to be registered. However, you must register your vehicle in Massachusetts as soon as you become a Massachusetts resident.