hey guys, here's the law requarding minnesota state law of slavaged cars. And who knows, the junkyard might have the title, the salesman just said that they 'may not". So i am just assuming they dont and have been reading up on things in case they claim they cant sell it without one. Can anyone confirm that the dealer can cut keys with a VIN number, and what kind of proof of ownership do I need for them?
Vehicles with No Proof of Ownership: When tangible proof of ownership cannot be established, and no record of the vehicle can be found on file in the central office, (vehicle records are maintained for a seven year period), the following items are required:
A bill of sale signed by the seller. The bill of sale must provide a complete description of the vehicle (year, make, model, and vehicle identification number[VIN]), the name of the purchaser, and the date of sale. All owners must sign.
Application to Title/Register a Motor Vehicle (PS2000) completed by the purchaser.
A statement of facts, written and signed by the seller of the vehicle. This statement must give as much information as possible regarding the history of the vehicle and indicate why there is no documentary proof of ownership. It must also contain a complete vehicle description (year, make, model, and VIN).
A signed statement from purchaser that s/he agrees to defend and protect the state of Minnesota against any and all future claims of ownership.
Photographs showing all sides of the vehicle (photographs are not required on utility trailers with a gross weight of less than 6000 pounds).
Note: The Department may require that the purchaser obtain a surety bond to protect the State against any possible claims of ownership.