Log In | Register
Skip to main content
Topic: A newer used LD and sales tax (Read 457 times) previous topic - next topic
0 Members and 3 Guests are viewing this topic.
A newer used LD and sales tax
We're interested in purchasing a "newish" LD from out of state (we're in California).
Can anyone tell us what we can expect as far as tax, license, and registration costs are going to be?
2021 Mid Bath
Re: A newer used LD and sales tax
Reply #1 –
If you are planning on bringing it back to California and registering it here you will have to pay tax on the amount you payed for it plus transfer and license fees and a smog check.
                                Jody
2009 Kodiak 32 foot Island Bed
Re: A newer used LD and sales tax
Reply #2 –
Quote from: Jody  - 
If you are planning on bringing it back to California and registering it here you will have to pay tax on the amount you payed for it plus transfer and license fees and a smog check.
                                Jody

I realize that.
I was wondering the percentages and the what the yearly renewal would be. We've never bought a vehicle in this price range.
2021 Mid Bath
Re: A newer used LD and sales tax
Reply #3 –
You might want to contact DMV ( https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv ) for this information.

You will need to pay the sales tax rate in your CA county of residence on what you pay for the LD in order to register it , but it's very difficult to even ballpark any figures for the yearly registration fees for a "newish" LD.  ;)

Since the LD was built in California, it's already smog-equipment compliant, but, as Jody pointed out, you will need a smog test and certificate to register the vehicle. Do contact the DMV with specifics of the intended buy; they should be able to advise you.



2003 TK has a new home
Re: A newer used LD and sales tax
Reply #4 –
Quote from: Joan  - 
You might want to contact DMV ( https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv ) for this information.

You will need to pay the sales tax rate in your CA county of residence on what you pay for the LD in order to register it , but it's very difficult to even ballpark any figures for the yearly registration fees for a "newish" LD.  ;)

Since the LD was built in California, it's already smog-equipment compliant, but, as Jody pointed out, you will need a smog test and certificate to register the vehicle. Do contact the DMV with specifics of the intended buy; they should be able to advise you.

Thank you. That's a good idea. I'll call AAA soon. They handle these DMV transactions.
2021 Mid Bath
Re: A newer used LD and sales tax
Reply #5 –
Quote from: Joan  - 

Since the LD was built in California, it's already smog-equipment compliant, but, as Jody pointed out, you will need a smog test and certificate to register the vehicle. Do contact the DMV with specifics of the intended buy; they should be able to advise you.

In California, it is the owner's responsibility to have the smog test done, proving it will pass, before selling it.
Make sure this is done before signing the check.
Smog certificates are good for 90 days, after the inspection.

Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze
Re: A newer used LD and sales tax
Reply #6 –
This link is to the first (of 10) pages on buying an out-of-state vehicle and registering it in CA; all of the links won't apply to the OP's question, and there is likely some overlap/redundancy, but useful information should be found somewhere in the verbiage. Good luck.  ::)

DMV Search
2003 TK has a new home
Re: A newer used LD and sales tax
Reply #7 –
My 'newer' 2013 IB was first registered (CA) in 2014.  I just pulled the registration papers.  Registration fees for 5/2/18-5/2/19 were $678.  YMMV.
Joel
Joel & Terry Wiley
dog Zeke
2013  31 IB   Orwan   / 2011 CRV Tow'd LWEROVE
Re: A newer used LD and sales tax
Reply #8 –
Quote from: tedeboy  - 
Thank you. That's a good idea. I'll call AAA soon. They handle these DMV transactions.

I had to go to the DMV to complete the registration of an out of state, used L.D.  AAA wouldn't do it. The DMV had to inspect it.
Susan Wilson
'95 MB
'03  Front Lounge
'15   TK
‘21 MB