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Originally Posted by Super Tanooki Thanks for all you guys' help. ...says to me the dealer will want to charge me Cali tax, but so long as I point out

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Old 12-02-2010, 07:43 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Thanks for all you guys' help.


...says to me the dealer will want to charge me Cali tax, but so long as I point out that the car will be registered in Nevada, they'll charge me NV tax (or reimburse the difference after the sale goes through).

Sorry, am I being a dumbass? It doesn't seem clear.
Correct. You should get reimbursed if the tax in NV is less than the tax they charge you after the registration process is complete.
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Old 12-01-2010, 09:37 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Mike is correct, you pay tax where you register the car.
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^^^^^Agreed! But just buy it from Lou and have it shipped to you. You will get a better deal anyway.

Josh has a good point too. Most insurance plans cover the purchase of a new vehichle for a certain amount of time on your current policy... but I never trust that and have always called my agent with the VIN before hand so that they have record of my intentions/purchase. Plus VA DMV asks you on the registration form if the car is currently insured. If they find a poloicy date after the date of registration, you won't be a happy camper. Happened to a friend of mine and he was fined and still has to maintain proof on insurance with the state.
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no, with california and nevada, its basically if you buy it in california and take delivery in california, you pay california sales tax. If nevada sales tax is lower, you will pay no additional tax when you register it, but you won't get a refund either. If nevada tax is higher, you will pay the additional tax that is the difference between what you already paid and what you would have paid in nevada.
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no, with california and nevada, its basically if you buy it in california and take delivery in california, you pay california sales tax. If nevada sales tax is lower, you will pay no additional tax when you register it, but you won't get a refund either. If nevada tax is higher, you will pay the additional tax that is the difference between what you already paid and what you would have paid in nevada.
hmmm that doesnt seem right. ive talked to many friends who have bought cars in different states (not necessairly NJ and registered in VA) and they have been reimbursed if the tax where they register the car is lower... did a quick search and found some info from NV.

"Buying A Vehicle - Out-of-State Dealer Sales
Out-of-state vehicle dealers must comply with their own state's laws regarding sales to non-residents. Ask about a movement permit and for details on how the vehicle will be titled before you buy. Be certain to read and understand the sales or lease contract before signing.
An out-of-state dealer may or may not collect sales tax. The Nevada DMV will verify whatever tax was paid and charge the buyer any difference between that amount and what would have been due in Nevada. See the Nevada Department of Taxation Sales and Use Tax Publications for current tax rates. Rates vary by county.


You must register the vehicle at a DMV Full Service Office before the expiration date of any movement permit issued or 30 days maximum. Please bring all documents provided by the dealer. You must have:

Invoice or Bill of Sale, and one of the following:
Title
Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin
Security Agreement
Lease Agreement
Purchase Order
Nevada Evidence of Insurance Card
Nevada Emissions Vehicle Inspection Report if needed
VIN Inspection
Application for Vehicle Registration (VP-222)"


Straight from NV DMV site.

I guess im interpreting this as they can possibly reimburse you if the tax is lower than what they charge you in CA...?

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hmmm that doesnt seem right. ive talked to many friends who have bought cars in different states (not necessairly NJ and registered in VA) and they have been reimbursed if the tax where they register the car is lower... did a quick search and found some info from NV.

"Buying A Vehicle - Out-of-State Dealer Sales
Out-of-state vehicle dealers must comply with their own state's laws regarding sales to non-residents. Ask about a movement permit and for details on how the vehicle will be titled before you buy. Be certain to read and understand the sales or lease contract before signing.
An out-of-state dealer may or may not collect sales tax. The Nevada DMV will verify whatever tax was paid and charge the buyer any difference between that amount and what would have been due in Nevada. See the Nevada Department of Taxation Sales and Use Tax Publications for current tax rates. Rates vary by county.


You must register the vehicle at a DMV Full Service Office before the expiration date of any movement permit issued or 30 days maximum. Please bring all documents provided by the dealer. You must have:

Invoice or Bill of Sale, and one of the following:
Title
Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin
Security Agreement
Lease Agreement
Purchase Order
Nevada Evidence of Insurance Card
Nevada Emissions Vehicle Inspection Report if needed
VIN Inspection
Application for Vehicle Registration (VP-222)"


Straight from NV DMV site.

I guess im interpreting this as they can possibly reimburse you if the tax is lower than what they charge you in CA...?
Yeah I called and spoke to another LA-based dealership and this is pretty much what they told me. This sounds about right - cool. Thanks guys.

At least the good news still stands - I DON'T have to pay tax twice.

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(Actually he turned out to be right with his claim that vitamin C evaporates from orange juice if left uncovered, which sounded utterly ridiculous to me, so I guess it's 1-1).
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I'm late to the party, but I bought my Mustang from FuszNissan in St. Louis. I paid sales tax on the car when I registered it in my home state (Virginia) and that was it.

Just make sure you check your state laws to see how long you're legally allowed to drive the car in state before you register it. In VA I had 30 days, which I think is the norm.
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hmmm this is all quite interesting as I will be going to cali and buying my car... then having it shipped to hawaii!
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I just did this. The law now works likes this. You pay the state tax for where you buy the vehicle. If the tax is the same or higher than Nevada, there is no issue. But, if where I buy the car is less than Nevada, I have to pay the difference. In my case, Cali taxes are higher than Nevada, so I owed nothing. The deal I got on the car made of for the extra 1.75% extra I paid in taxes. Plus, I got them to reimburse me for the plane ticket to fly from Reno to Orange County. All in all I am super happy with everything.
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I live in CA. bought a car in IL., paid 6.2% IL tax, registered it in calif. and had to pay difference in state taxes.belive CA ends up with the entire amount, IL. forwards it.
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The term to look for is "reciprocal tax", where two different states could have completely different rules. Best is to call DMV and not rely on dealer, since all they want to do is complete the deal as fast and possible.
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I just bought a car in Illinois and had it shipped to me in Ga. When I took my paperwork to the tag office, I paid the tax on the car then. After the tax was paid, I was able to register the car in Ga. Since the car was used, I was taxed on the Ga value, not what I paid.
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I just bought a car in Illinois and had it shipped to me in Ga. When I took my paperwork to the tag office, I paid the tax on the car then. After the tax was paid, I was able to register the car in Ga. Since the car was used, I was taxed on the Ga value, not what I paid.
So... Did you come out ahead
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