Contractor · Woodridge, IL · Member since 2014 · 176 posts · 10 votes
I recently bought a house "as is" and after I closed I found a car in the garage. I called the previous owner and they said they didn't want it. They also said they could not find the title. Does anyone have any idea if I can legally sell it?
Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2016 · 41 posts · 27 votes
10y
Joseph, free with purchase! That's a good deal. :) You can check with the DMV and or spend a few bucks and run a carfax. You'll probably need to get a signature on an abandoned auto form\title replacement form to fully have rights to the vehicle. What kind of car is it?
Investor · Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2016 · 41 posts · 27 votes
10y
Joseph, free with purchase! That's a good deal. :) You can check with the DMV and or spend a few bucks and run a carfax. You'll probably need to get a signature on an abandoned auto form\title replacement form to fully have rights to the vehicle. What kind of car is it?
New to Real Estate · Castle Rock, CO · Member since 2014 · 172 posts · 66 votes
10y
You should be able to file with the state for a loss of title and be able to get one. Sell it, part it out, scrap w/e you want. Should be able to get a few grand off of it to help with rehab.
Real Estate Consultant · Bloomfield, NJ · Member since 2010 · 2k+ posts · 1k+ votes
10y
like real estate, laws regarding automobiles are generally state-specific. You need to check with your state's abandoned vehicle laws to find out how, if possible at all, you can claim the abandoned vehicle and legally take ownership.