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Salvage title transfer guide for car flippers

Texasfriendly

Inspection: $65

Rebuilt impact: -25%

Illinoisfriendly

Inspection: $94

Rebuilt impact: -25%

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

Accepts out-of-state salvage titles but CT salvage stamps are not accepted for Massachusetts (relevant for multi-state flippers).

The Process

  1. Buy the vehicle at auction in Texas
  2. Get the Texas title from the auction
  3. Transport the vehicle to Illinois
  4. Apply for a Illinois salvage title
  5. Complete repairs
  6. Pass Illinois rebuilt inspection (both) — $94
  7. Receive Illinois rebuilt title
Illinois Age Exemption

Vehicles 9+ model years old are exempt from rebuilt inspection

Estimated Costs

Title fee$95Inspection$94Transport$300-$1,200
Title laws change frequently. Always verify with your local DMV before purchasing.

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