Maine Certificate of Lien

As of January 1, 2010, 1995 and newer vehicles need a Maine title. A vehicle 1994 and older does not need a Maine title. To register a vehicle purchased through a private sale, the new owner must provide the following items at the time of registration: 1.

On the front of the title, near the middle, the seller must write in the current odometer reading on the vehicle. Near the bottom, the seller must fill in the following information on the appropriate lines: Date the vehicle was sold, and their printed name and signed name (which should be written on the same line).

Release ownership by signing on line one on the front of the title. If the vehicle is, or was financed, the lienholder's name appears in the legal owner section and their release with counter signature is required on line two. For step-by-step instructions see the California DMV instructional video here.

Lien Holder Authorization Letter A letter from the lien holder, giving permission for the vehicle to be relocated.

Where Do I Sign a Maine Title? Sign on the back of the title toward the upper right where it states Seller's Signature. Print your name on the back where it reads Seller's Hand Printed Name.

Back of the title top half - sign name(s) on the line where it reads "Seller's Signature." Back of the title right next to where you signed name(s) - print name(s) on the line where it reads "Seller's Hand Printed Name."

In simple situations where you own the vehicle outright and wish to transfer ownership to someone else, all you must do is complete a title certificate. Once you have filled out and signed the certificate, the buyer or recipient can take the title to a local DMV office and officially transfer ownership.

Back of the title top half - sign name(s) on the line where it reads "Seller's Signature." Back of the title right next to where you signed name(s) - print name(s) on the line where it reads "Seller's Hand Printed Name."

Write your name and return address in the top three lines of the letter. Insert the complete date (month, day, year). Enter the recipient's name, title, company name and address on the next five lines. Greet the reader by writing "Dear (recipient's name):" Skip two lines. State the subject in a subject line.