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New York → Alabama

Salvage title transfer guide for car flippers

New Yorkstrict

Inspection: $200

Rebuilt impact: -30%

Alabamamoderate

Inspection: $90

Rebuilt impact: -25%

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

Accepts out-of-state salvage titles. Same requirements apply.

The Process

  1. Buy the vehicle at auction in New York
  2. Get the New York title from the auction
  3. Transport the vehicle to Alabama
  4. Apply for a Alabama salvage title
  5. Complete repairs
  6. Pass Alabama rebuilt inspection (both) — $90
  7. Receive Alabama rebuilt title

Estimated Costs

Title fee$18Inspection$90Transport$300-$1,200
Title laws change frequently. Always verify with your local DMV before purchasing.

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