How to Change Vehicle Ownership
How To Get Started
You will always need:
•California Certificate of Title or Application for Duplicate Title (
REG 227)(PDF)
•Signature(s) of seller(s) and lienholder, if any
•Signature(s) of buyer(s)
•Transfer fee
You may also need:
•Smog certification
•Use tax and/or various other fees
•Additional documentation