A vehicle title is the most important document in a car sale, as it is the certificate that confirms the car’s ownership status. There are a variety of reasons, however, that you may not have a title for a vehicle in your possession, and you may still want to sell it.If this is the case, you’re likely wondering: is it illegal to sell a car without a title in Texas?
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For whatever reason, you might find yourself in possession of a car that’s not titled in your own name. Is it possible (and legal) to sell the vehicle in this situation? Can you sell a car that doesn’t have my name on the title? Let’s take a look.
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Like everything in the future, Mother’s Day 2019 is drawing closer with every passing moment. If you’re looking for a good way to show mom how much she means to you this year, we’ve got some suggestions. Read on to see a few of the Mother’s Day events in Austin that we’re most excited for.
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If you’re shopping for a used car, you may have heard mention of a “vehicle history report,” and wondered just what that is. No, it’s not a high school essay on the origin of moving transport. This report is a near-essential element of purchasing a used car. Let’s answer the question in detail below!
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You might find a great used car at a low price, only to discover that it was previously totaled. This results in the vehicle being awarded (wink-wink) a “salvage title.” In Texas, cars get a salvage title if the repair costs (not including repainting) are more than the vehicle’s Blue Book value before the accident. But will you be able to get insurance on such a specimen? Let’s look at insurance options for salvaged vehicles.
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When buying a used car, a highly recommended step is to get a vehicle history report. But how reliable are vehicle history reports? Do they tell you everything? Ideally, this report lets you know all pertinent information regarding the past lives of the vehicle and whether or not it’s going to fall apart the moment you get it off the dealer’s lot.
The most common vehicle report service is CARFAX. Generally, a used-vehicle dealer will pay for a CARFAX report on the vehicle you’re considering, but you have to ask for it. We’re going to see if CARFAX is a fully reliable source for vehicle history. But first, let’s look at what CARFAX does and how it does it.
Though typically individuals wait to buy a car until after they have a driver’s license, a variety of situations may arise where someone wants to buy a car despite not having a valid license. This could range from reasons such as buying the car as a gift, to buying it for an employee to drive, or buying it only for use on one’s personal property.If you’re planning to do this yourself, you’re probably wondering: Can you buy a car without a license in Texas? You have questions – we have answers!
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After graduating from high school or college, you’ll likely feel the need for a vehicle to navigate your passage into the world of adulthood. Whether you’re continuing your education or starting a job, having a car is, in many cases, essential in American society. Buying your first car can be overwhelming, so we’ve put together a list of tips to make this process a little easier and help you find the vehicle that’s perfect for your needs.
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Here at Third Coast Auto, some people call us “tire-lovers.” And we’re fine with that. Tires are important. Without them, our whole vehicle would be rendered useless and immobile. But we don’t spend nearly as much time thinking about them as we should. To remedy that, here are some lifesaving tips about tires- and they just might save your life.
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It can be hard to know what you should look for when buying a used car. With this guide, we provide you with some tips that will hopefully shed light on what your process should be to ensure you end up with the perfect ride.
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