A missing title is the most common reason people put off scrapping a car — and usually the easiest to solve. Here's what New York actually requires, and how to find out in one call whether we can buy your vehicle today. Call (718) 702-3135.
New York issues titles for most vehicles from model year 1973 onward. Older vehicles are typically transferred with a registration plus a bill of sale. In every case you need proof that you are the legal owner and a photo ID that matches.
If the title was lost, the registered owner can request a duplicate from the NY DMV (form MV-902) for a small fee. It arrives by mail, usually within a couple of weeks. If you want to sell sooner, call us first — depending on the vehicle's age and paperwork we may be able to proceed while the duplicate is in process.
Most no-title cases fall into a handful of patterns, and each has a normal path forward.
We won't purchase a vehicle when ownership can't be established — for example, a car left on your property by someone else, or a vehicle reported stolen. If that's your situation, call anyway and we'll point you to the right process.
Sometimes slightly, because processing takes more work on our end. We'll tell you both numbers up front so there are no surprises.
Usually yes, with estate or executor documentation. Call and describe what paperwork you have and we'll tell you what's still needed.
No. Our drivers regularly load locked and keyless vehicles — just mention it when you book.
One call gets you a firm offer and a pickup time — usually the same day.
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