Texas

Conversion Process

Repair vehicle, get anti-theft inspection at DPS station, submit Form VTR-61 (Rebuilt Vehicle Statement) and Form 130-U with parts receipts.

Inspection Requirements

Type: anti-theft

Agency: Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)

Anti-theft inspection only (not a mechanical safety check). Inspector verifies VIN and checks parts receipts against vehicle. $65 rebuilt title fee + $28-33 title application.

Out-of-State Titles

Accepts out-of-state salvage: Yes

Accepts non-repairable: No

Accepts out-of-state salvage titles. Non-repairable vehicles from other states cannot be rebuilt in TX.

Title Branding

Title reads: REBUILT SALVAGE

Issues parts-only: No

Issues certificate of destruction: Yes

Non-repairable label: Nonrepairable

Resale Impact

Strong market for rebuilt titles in TX due to high vehicle demand. Rebuilt trucks and SUVs retain more value than sedans.

Fees

Salvage title fee: $8

Rebuilt title fee: $65

Special Restrictions

• • Nonrepairable vehicles can NEVER be rebuilt or titled for road use
• • Must disclose salvage history to buyer in writing
• • Salvage dealer license required for volume rebuilders