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• How do I replace a lost title or a damaged car title in PA?

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  Replacing Vehicle Titles in Pennsylvania The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is the one stop location to visit if you need to replace a car title. Only the owner of the car can receive a duplicate title for a damaged or lost title in Pennsylvania (PA). For example, if the car is financed and the loan has not been paid off yet, the lienholder has to apply for the duplicate title. If the car is paid off, you can apply to receive a duplicate title as the vehicle owner. To request a duplicate title: Complete the "Application for Duplicate Certificate of Title by Owner" (Form MV-380). Data that you or the lienholder will provide on the application includes: Vehicle identification number. Title number. Your or the lienholder’s name and street mailing address. If the..

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• What are the fees to replace a lost title?

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  Duplicate Titles and Fees Each state charges a different duplicate title fee for replacing a lost title. The process is easy, usually requiring completing a duplicate title application, providing proper identification, and paying the required fee with cash, check, or credit card. Some states require applying in person only. Others also allow the option of applying by mail.   If you sell your vehicle, you will need a car title. Without it, you'll delay the title transfer process and, possibly, lose a prospective buyer.  Contact your local DMV for the lost title requirements in your state. ..

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• How do I get a replacement title?

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  The process is usually pretty simple: You’ll fill out a form, submit it along with any other required documents and fees, and wait for your replacement title. However, as is the case with most vehicle transactions, the fine print related to obtaining a replacement car title varies from state to state. The grid below outlines whether you can: Obtain the duplicate title application online. If your state doesn’t offer the form online you’ll need to call or visit your motor vehicle agency for a copy. Mail the application, additional kinds of paperwork, and fees to your motor vehicle agency. Submit the application, additional kinds of paperwork, and fees in person at your motor vehicle agency. A handful of states allow you to apply by phone; check the notes for your state in..

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• How do I make a correction or name change to an existing auto title in PA?

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  Making Corrections to Pennsylvania Car Titles The Pennsylvania (PA) Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is the one-stop source to contact when you need to make corrections to your PA car title. There is no charge to make some title corrections. Change Vehicle Identification Data Complete the “Application for Correction of Vehicle Record or Verification of Vehicle Identification Number” (Form MV-41) to make the following corrections to your car titles: Vehicle body type. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Make, year, and weight of motor vehicle. It takes 5-10 minutes to complete the application. Contact PennDOT to get a copy of the application. You can also download the application online at the PennDOT website. Information that you will provide on the application includes:..

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• What are the vehicle title fees in Pennsylvania?

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  Pennsylvania Vehicle Title Fees The car title fees in PA are as follows: Original title fee: $22.50 Duplicate title fee by owner: $22.50 Duplicate title fee by lienholder: $22.50 Duplicate title fee by dealer: $22.50 Lien recording fee: $27.50 Lien renewal fee: $5 Lien satisfaction fee: $22.50 Pennsylvania Title Transfer PennDOT has a firm policy of issuing PA titles for vehicles only after you have handed over the current out-of-state title. This can make title transfer a challenge if you lease or finance your vehicle. Be prepared for a few extra steps if you are relocating into PA. In some instances, you might need to re-finance your vehicle with a Pennsylvania lender. NOTE: When purchasing a new car, your dealer should handle the initial process directly with PennDOT for issuing a new..

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