Lost, damaged, or never received your Vermont title? You still have legal ways to sell. Here's how it works in 2026, based on official Vermont rules — plus the fastest way to just get a cash offer.
Vermont doesn't title older vehicles at all — the registration is the ownership document. For newer cars, you replace a lost title through the DMV. Here's how it works.
Vermont does not title vehicles more than 15 years old — your registration certificate is the ownership document. To sell one, hand the buyer your Vermont registration plus a signed bill of sale (Form VT-005, which doubles as the odometer disclosure). No title required.
For a titled vehicle (15 years old or newer) with a lost title, file the Replacement Title Application (Form VT-004) with the $35 fee — online, in person, or by mail (about 7–10 business days). For these cars a bill of sale alone won't transfer ownership; the title (or duplicate) is required.
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Get My Free Offer →This guide is general information based on Vermont rules current as of 2026, not legal advice. Requirements can change and situations vary — confirm details with the official state source (official Vermont DMV page) before acting.