Ohio

Conversion Process

Repair vehicle. Purchase prepaid inspection receipt at BMV. Schedule online inspection with Ohio State Highway Patrol. Pass inspection. Apply for rebuilt salvage title.

Inspection Requirements

Type: anti-theft

Agency: Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP)

$50 inspection receipt prepaid at BMV + registrar fees. OSHP verifies VIN, checks major components, cross-references part receipts. Focuses on ownership verification rather than full mechanical safety check. Schedule online at OSHP Vehicle Inspection Gateway.

Out-of-State Titles

Accepts out-of-state salvage: Yes

Accepts non-repairable: No

Accepts out-of-state salvage titles. OSHP inspection still required. Ohio has had noted issues with title washing from neighboring states.

Title Branding

Title reads: REBUILT SALVAGE

Issues parts-only: No

Issues certificate of destruction: Yes

Non-repairable label: Salvage - Parts Only

Resale Impact

Good market especially in Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati metros. Rebuilt SUVs and trucks sell faster than sedans.

Fees

Salvage title fee: $44

Rebuilt title fee: $44

Special Restrictions

• • Prepaid inspection receipt required from BMV before scheduling
• • Online scheduling through OSHP Vehicle Inspection Gateway
• • Title bears 'REBUILT SALVAGE' in black boldface
• • Ohio has had issues with title washing - authorities are vigilant