Sell a salvage car in New York

Does an older rebuilt salvage car need disclosure?

New York DMV says the seller of a rebuilt salvage vehicle must provide the new owner a disclosure statement regardless of the vehicle’s age. The disclosure is on the back of New York title certificates. Do not omit it because the car is old or no longer running.

What should I show the purchasing partner?

Describe the exact ownership document or salvage certificate you hold, any title brand, and known damage. Complete the applicable disclosure accurately. DMV lists MV-103 for situations where the ownership document lacks a required odometer or damage-disclosure section.

Does a purchase offer establish roadworthiness?

A scrap purchase, ownership transfer and authorization to register a rebuilt vehicle are different matters. State whether you are selling for dismantling or as a repairable vehicle, and confirm the receiving business accepts the document you have.

Official sources.

New York DMV: Sell a salvage car in New York

Sources reviewed September 19, 2026. Use the current instructions for your vehicle and transaction.

Continue with your New York sale.

New York car sale paperworkPrepare proof of ownership and a signed sale record before handing over your car.New York scrap cars without a titleMV-35 is a restricted scrap-transfer route, not permission to sell any untitled vehicle.Sell a New York car with a lienResolve the lender’s interest and prepare its release before transferring ownership.Odometer disclosure when selling a New York carRecord mileage accurately and check the model-year exemption before completing the transfer.Sell a New York car after an insurance total lossConfirm whether you retain ownership under the insurance settlement before arranging a separate sale.Sell a flood-damaged car in New YorkDisclose the water damage and establish ownership before arranging collection of a flood-damaged vehicle.

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