Selling a car with a license plate: How it works 
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How to sell your car with license plates safely

Is the sale of your car imminent and you're wondering whether you can sell it with the existing license plates? At CashforCars.de, we make it easy for you to sell your car with license plates. This method not only offers convenience but can also speed up the entire sales process. In this guide, we explain the pros and cons of this selling option and give you important tips on how to make the process safe and effective.

Can I sell my car with a license plate?

Yes, it is possible and often common to sell a car with the current license plates. This allows the buyer to use the vehicle immediately after purchase and saves them having to wait for new license plates. However, there are important legal considerations that you should take into account.

If you want to sell your car with license plates, there are both some advantages and potential disadvantages that you should keep in mind. To give you a clear overview, we have compared the most important advantages and disadvantages of selling with a license plate in a practical table. This way, you can quickly and easily weigh up which decision is best for you.

Vorteile	Disadvantages
Immediate usability for the buyer: The buyer can use the car immediately after purchase as it is already registered.	Liability risk: As long as the vehicle is registered in your name, you could be held liable for traffic violations or damage.
Less bureaucracy: You don't have to worry about deregistration and re-registration, which speeds up the sales process.	Risk of non-registration: There is a risk that the buyer will not re-register the vehicle, which means you remain responsible.
More efficient handover: The vehicle handover can be faster and less complicated, without the need for additional administrative steps.	Matter of trust: You have to trust the buyer to re-register the car on time and not commit any offenses while it is still in your name.

This overview will help you to weigh up the pros and cons at one glance and find the best way to sell your car. If you decide to sell your car with a license plate, remember to protect yourself well – be it through a detailed sales contract or early communication with the authorities.

Measures to protect yourself when selling with a license plate

If you want to sell your car and do not remove the license plates, there are a few measures you can take to protect yourself legally:

1. Contractual protection: Draw up a detailed contract that obliges the buyer to re-register the car immediately. The contract should also clearly document the handover of the vehicle.
2. Documentation: Record all processes in writing and keep copies of important documents such as the purchase contract and handover protocol.
3. Follow up: Find out about the re-registration from the registration office and remain active until the re-registration is confirmed.

Additional tips for a safe sale

• Communicate with the registration office: Inform the registration office immediately about the sale of the vehicle. Some offices offer online services to report the sale.
• Photographic evidence: Document the condition of the vehicle at the time of handover with photographs. This can serve as evidence in any subsequent legal disputes.
• Public handover: Choose a public place to hand over the vehicle to increase security for both parties.

Why CashforCars.de is the ideal solution

If you want to sell a car with a license plate, CashforCars.de offers you a secure and convenient way to handle the process. We make sure that the sale is simple and stress-free. Whether your car is broken, damaged or ready to drive – we'll take it. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy with us:

• Quick valuation and fair offers: We value your vehicle transparently and offer you a fair, market-driven quote.
• Convenient collection: We collect your car directly from you, wherever it is, and you don't have to worry about a thing.
• Secure payment: You receive your money immediately and securely via real-time bank transfer, with no hidden costs.
• Reliability: Our team is on hand to answer any questions you may have and make the process as easy as possible.

Contact us by phone on +49 (211) 7306 1701, via WhatsApp, or fill out our online form to sell your car quickly and securely.

Conclusion

Selling a car with a license plate offers many advantages, such as convenience and efficiency, but also entails legal risks. With the right security measures and a reliable partner like CashforCars.de, you can sell your vehicle quickly and safely.

FAQs about selling a car with a license plate

1. Can I sell my car with the license plates?
Yes, it is possible to sell your car with the existing license plates. This allows the buyer to use the car immediately. However, please note that you can still be held liable for traffic violations and possible damage until you change the registration. It is therefore important to make contractual agreements.

2. What risks are there if I sell my car with a license plate?
The biggest risk is that the buyer does not immediately re-register the car. In this case, you remain responsible for any infringements or accidents that happen to the vehicle while it is still registered in your name. You should therefore make absolutely sure that the buyer reregisters the car quickly.

3. How can I protect myself if I sell my car with license plates?
Draw up a contract of sale that obliges the buyer to re-register the car within a certain period of time. Inform the registration office and your insurance company about the change of ownership immediately after the sale in order to minimize the liability risk.

4. Do I have to hand in the license plates after the sale?
As a rule, the license plates remain with the vehicle when it is handed over to the buyer. However, if you wish, you can also deregister the vehicle and retain the license plates. In this case, the buyer must obtain new license plates.

5. What happens if the buyer does not re-register the car?
If the buyer does not re-register the vehicle, you remain the official owner. This means that you can be held liable for traffic violations, accidents or vehicle taxes. It is therefore advisable to complete the notification of sale at the registration office to report the change of ownership.