{"id":21537,"date":"2022-09-30T13:21:50","date_gmt":"2022-09-30T13:21:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/?p=21537"},"modified":"2026-01-16T16:05:50","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T16:05:50","slug":"gifting-a-used-vehicle-in-california-what-gifter-and-giftee-must-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/gifting-a-used-vehicle-in-california-what-gifter-and-giftee-must-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Gifting A Car in California: A Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Gifting a vehicle is a wonderful act of kindness. With recent used car prices hovering in the area of $27,199 to $33,790, the gift of a car or SUV can greatly impact someone\u2019s life for the better. Four wheels can mean securing a better job, going back to school, or becoming more mobile and independent.<\/p>\n

So let\u2019s get to i!<\/p>\n

How to Gift a Used Vehicle in California<\/strong><\/h2>\n

While it may be tempting to just hand over the keys and be satisfied with your generous gift, there are a few things to keep in mind in order to make the transfer a legal one.<\/p>\n

Tasks for the Gift Giver<\/strong><\/p>\n

Before anything else, be sure to check for any liens against the car. A lien is the legal right of the bank or money lender on a vehicle until the debt is repaid. If you gift a car with a lien against it, the lienholder could seize the vehicle. Gifting a car that has a lien can also unfairly saddle the recipient with debt. If there are any liens, you can clear them using the following methods:<\/p>\n