If you are buying the car from a dealership, they may offer a service to register and title the car for you.

If you are buying the car from a private party, keep your plates and go to any DMV branch location with proof of insurance, your bill of sale, the title (which must be signed over to you by the previous owner), and the car's previous registration. You will need to fill out forms to register and title the car and transfer your plates to your recently purchased vehicle.

If the vehicle is 10 years old or newer and the title is from another state, the vehicle must have a VIN inspection at your local police department. Call the local police department for days and hours of operation.