Selling a Car for Scrap in Oklahoma: What to Know About Titles

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Selling a Car for Scrap in Oklahoma: What to Know About Titles

If you’re planning to sell your old car for scrap in Oklahoma, you’ll need more than just a junkyard willing to take it, you’ll need a vehicle title. In most cases, junkyards and salvage yards in Oklahoma cannot legally purchase or crush a vehicle without a valid title. The title proves ownership and protects both the seller and the buyer from issues like stolen or abandoned vehicles.

Why You Need a Title

Oklahoma law requires that anyone transferring ownership of a vehicle provide a valid title. Without it, junkyards risk accepting stolen property, and sellers can face legal trouble. Even if the car no longer runs or is only being sold for parts, the rule still applies.

What to Do If You Don’t Have the Title

If you’ve misplaced your title, there’s good news, you can get a replacement. The Oklahoma Tax Commission (OTC) allows you to request a replacement title or certificate of ownership. Here’s how:

  1. Complete the Application for Replacement Certificate of Title (Form 701-7).

  2. Provide proof of ownership, such as registration or ID.

  3. Pay the applicable fee.

  4. Submit the application by mail or at your local tag agency.

Once you have the replacement title in hand, you can legally sell your vehicle to a junkyard or private buyer for scrap.

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