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
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  • Odometer Disclosure Statement (required for vehicles less than 10 years old)
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  • Pennsylvania Vehicle Registration Transfer Form (Form MV-4ST)
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  • Bill of Sale
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    If You Are Selling a Financed Vehicle, You Will Also Need:

               
  • Lienholder’s Release
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  • Odometer Disclosure Statement
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  • Pennsylvania Vehicle Registration Transfer Form (Form MV-4ST)
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  • Bill of Sale
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    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
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  • The Car's Title
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  • Pennsylvania Vehicle Registration Transfer Form (Form MV-4ST)
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  • Bill of Sale
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    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.
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  • Affidavit of Gift (Form MV-13ST): For transferring a vehicle to a family member.
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  • Application for Duplicate Title (Form MV-38O): If your title is lost or damaged.
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