How to Sell Your Car in Pennsylvania

There are several ways to sell your car in Pennsylvania. You can sell it privately, trade it in, sell to a dealer, junk it, or donate the car. Specialized car-buying services like webuyanycar.com simplify the process, making it fast and easy. Click here to find out how much your car is worth.

Documents Required when Selling a Vehicle You Own Outright    

       

• The Car's Title
• Odometer Disclosure Statement (required for vehicles less than 10 years old)
• Pennsylvania Vehicle Registration Transfer Form (Form MV-4ST)
• Bill of Sale

If You Are Selling a Financed Vehicle, You Will Also Need:

       
• Lienholder’s Release
• Odometer Disclosure Statement
• Pennsylvania Vehicle Registration Transfer Form (Form MV-4ST)
• Bill of Sale

Pennsylvania requires a safety inspection for vehicles annually. If the car’s registration has expired or is due, an inspection is necessary before selling.

Junking Your Car? You’ll Need:    

       

• Junk Receipt
• The Car's Title
• Pennsylvania Vehicle Registration Transfer Form (Form MV-4ST)
• Bill of Sale

Special Circumstances and Forms

In most sales, the title, odometer statement, and registration transfer form are sufficient. However, additional forms may be needed for special circumstances:

       
• Power of Attorney (Form MV-1): If someone else is completing the sale on your behalf.
• Affidavit of Gift (Form MV-13ST): For transferring a vehicle to a family member.
• Application for Duplicate Title (Form MV-38O): If your title is lost or damaged.

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