Illinois Services Expedited Illinois title, processed within 24 hours and returned by an over-night service.

1. Evidence of your right to acquire a title, such as a bill of sale, receipt or canceled check. If evidence of your ownership is not available, a notarized statement explaining how you came into possession of the vehicle is needed.

You need a title application, $155 title fee, applicable tax form, and a surrendered title or manufacturer's certificate of origin signed to you by the seller. Other supporting documents may be required by this Office. More information on applying for title and registration.

In short, you need a bill of sale in order to obtain a title. Think of the two documents as complementary. While a bill of sale certifies a transfer of ownership between two parties, a title certifies the buyer's legal ownership. It's the final step in the process and proves that the buyer is the legal owner.

After Purchasing a Vehicle When you register a vehicle in Illinois, you'll need the following documentation: Original title signed by seller. Valid identification. Proof of insurance.

How to Transfer a Car Title in Illinois. After you purchase a vehicle in Illinois, simply bring your documents to WSCE. All you'll need is the title, the bill of sale, your identification, and proof of residence.

In Illinois, the only legally required documents to sell a car are your title and registration. Provided these two documents are in good order, you are ready to sell the vehicle. If the title has a lien on it, the lien will need to be paid off before you can sell the car.