I'm trying to determine Florida/Walton fees for purchasing a car currently titled in another state. Walton Tax Collector's website states:
Walton County Tax Collector
What is the $410 fee? Is it only collected on cars not previously or currently registered in Florida? Or not previously registered at all?
So, if I buy a car currently registered out of state, would my fees be $410 + 6% tax + title fee?
If the car is already registered in Florida, is it 6% sales tax plus title fee, without the $410?
I am confused (but car buying does this to me, anyway. I swear I'd rather have a root canal). We're paying cash and likely buying from an individual, not a dealer. Any info is appreciated. [/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]The estimated cost to register and title a vehicle for the first time is approximately $410.00, plus any sales tax due. The state of Florida imposes 6% sales tax on the full purchase price less trade-in. In addition, any applicable county surtax due is collected. All applications for title must be signed with the applicant's full name and notarized, if required. All transfers of ownership must be completed within 30 days of the sale date on the title. Failure to do so will result in a $20.00 penalty levied at the time of transfer. When application is made for a Florida Title Certificate, the title fee is $75.75 (or $85.75 for a vehicle with an out of state title).
Walton County Tax Collector
What is the $410 fee? Is it only collected on cars not previously or currently registered in Florida? Or not previously registered at all?
So, if I buy a car currently registered out of state, would my fees be $410 + 6% tax + title fee?
If the car is already registered in Florida, is it 6% sales tax plus title fee, without the $410?
I am confused (but car buying does this to me, anyway. I swear I'd rather have a root canal). We're paying cash and likely buying from an individual, not a dealer. Any info is appreciated. [/FONT]