It is better to ``sell'' the car for the minimum as the gift tax is higher...
The title application must be accompanied by Affidavit of Motor Vehicle Gift Transfer (Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Form 14-317). The Donor and Recipient must both sign the affidavit and title application. Either the donor or recipient must submit all forms and documents in person to the county tax office.
To transfer a car title in San Antonio, you'll need the vehicle title, a bill of sale, a lien release (if applicable), the buyer's valid ID, proof of insurance, and the completed Application for Texas Title and/or Registration (Form 130-U).
Form 130-U (Application for Texas Title and/or Registration), signed and dated by the seller(s) and buyer(s). If seller is unable to sign the Form 130-U, a Bill of Sale from the out of state seller can be provided instead. The Form 130-U can be found under the Forms tab on the TxDMV website.
To transfer a Texas titled vehicle, bring in or mail the following to our offices: Texas title, signed and dated by the seller(s) and buyer(s). VTR-130U (Application for Texas title), signed and dated by the seller(s) and buyer(s). Proof of insurance in the buyer's name. Acceptable form of ID. Proof of inspection. Fees.
No, only the buyer needs to be there with the CLEAR TITLE. Be sure the seller is the person whose name is on the title. People have often offered vehicles for sale that they do not own.
To transfer a Texas titled vehicle, bring in or mail the following to our offices: Texas title, signed and dated by the seller(s) and buyer(s). VTR-130U (Application for Texas title), signed and dated by the seller(s) and buyer(s). Proof of insurance in the buyer's name. Acceptable form of ID. Proof of inspection. Fees.
Do Both Parties Have to be Present to Transfer a Car in Texas? If the seller or person gifting the car properly signed the title, they do not have to be present at the DMV to transfer the title. However, the person receiving the vehicle must present the Application for Texas Title in person at the DMV.
To transfer a car title in San Antonio, you'll need the vehicle title, a bill of sale, a lien release (if applicable), the buyer's valid ID, proof of insurance, and the completed Application for Texas Title and/or Registration (Form 130-U).