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New Jersey → Texas

Salvage title transfer guide for car flippers

New Jerseymoderate

Inspection: $200

Rebuilt impact: -30%

Texasfriendly

Inspection: $65

Rebuilt impact: -25%

Worth the cross-state move

Texas accepts out-of-state salvage titles. Non-repairable titles may NOT be accepted.

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

The Process

  1. Buy the vehicle at auction in New Jersey
  2. Get the New Jersey title from the auction
  3. Transport the vehicle to Texas
  4. Apply for a Texas salvage title
  5. Complete repairs
  6. Pass Texas rebuilt inspection (anti-theft) — $65
  7. Receive Texas rebuilt title

Estimated Costs

Title fee$65Inspection$65Transport$300-$1,200
Title laws change frequently. Always verify with your local DMV before purchasing.

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