What happens if I buy a car in Oregon but live in Washington?
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What happens if I buy a car in Oregon but live in Washington?
If you are a Washington resident and attempt to purchase a car with an Oregon ID you will have to pay taxes when you register your vehicle. Additionally, the purchases items will be used only outside of Washington State, and lastly, you must be able to establish residency outside of the state.
Can I buy a car in Oregon and register in Washington?
Current Washington residents If you are a Washington resident and purchase a vehicle outside this state that you then bring into Washington, you owe use tax on the value of that vehicle. You must pay use tax when you license/register your vehicle.
How much does it cost to register a car in Washington from Oregon?
Registration Fee Chart
| Fee Type | When Fee is Due for Passenger Vehicles | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Registration/Renewal* | Vehicle is all electric** | $306 |
| County | You reside and/or the vehicle stays in Multnomah County | $112 |
| You reside and/or the vehicle stays in Washington or Clackamas County | $60 |
Can you buy a car in California and register it in Oregon?
No, you will have to pay the California sales tax if you are not a resident of Oregon. Even if you are a resident of Oregon and move to California, you will need to re-register the car and pay out outrageous fees to make up for the sales tax.
How do I transfer a title from Oregon to Washington?
Title Transfers from a Private Sale
- Exchange the signed & notarized title. Both parties record IDs. Get an odometer disclosure (if:)
- File the paperwork. Seller: Vehicle/Vessel Bill of Sale (TD-420-065)
- Show your personal documents. ID.
- Pay the $12 title transfer fee and applicable fee/taxes.
Do I need a Washington state drivers license to buy a car?
Financing. As mentioned above, dealerships don’t always require a driver’s license to buy a car. You will need photo identification, but this can come in other forms. However, the lack of a driver’s license may prevent you from financing a vehicle with a dealership.
Can you buy a car without a license in Oregon?
The short answer—while it may seem counterintuitive to some—is yes. You can legally buy a car without a driver’s license. There are no laws in the United States that prohibit buying a car without a license.