Car owner dead, how do I get the title?

[2Gb spyder]

The guy i got my car from died and i don't know how to get my title.
the thing is i got it at a dealer ship and it went bankrupt and they owner told me he was dying and now hes dead what can i do?

 

[Spln_Hrd]

Get off the internet and go talk to a lawyer.

 

[Jason97GS-T]

^^^^ I agree talk to a lawyer

 

[Spln_Hrd]

If you're going to lose it and can't do anything about it change all the tags and vin# so it's a diferent car but really it's youres that's what I would do

Yah, do that. Don't forget to replace all the glass they put numbers in the glass to help track stolen cars

 

[2Gb spyder]

im gonna be done paying this september but the guy has not cashed the paymen since 4 months ago i have the money for the pay off but hes dead now. Wont a lawyer cost allot of money? thx guys.

 

[TeeWX98GST]

Wow thats pretty crazy. I think the following would help if you could answer.

Do you have any proof that you purchased it?
Were you paying his business or the bank for the car?
Is it all payed off or were you still making payments?

 

[Jason97GS-T]

It doesnt hurt to call a lawyer and ask them what you can do. I have been to court a few times and I couldnt afford a lawyer, but most times they will give you suggestions over the phone for FREE. Just call and see what they can suggest. Good luck

 

[2Gb spyder]

yes i have the contract for the purchase of the car. 2 i was paying the busines i have all the checks that i sent to him i took copies of them. 3 i was giving payments still i was gonna be done september of this year. since the owner of the business told me he was gonna die i put all my money togrther and saved for the pay of but he died in tne 3 weaks that took me to save the money so now i dont have the tittle.

 

[2Gb spyder]

thx jason97GS-T and every 1 alse i think i will buy a new DSM and build it with the money i have. any 1 knows were i could get a good 2g.

 

[gieri002]

If you have all the receipts I don't see anyway you could lose your car.

 

[DougR]

Contact his wife or son. They can legally sign over a deceased family members title to you.
I Have bought a few vehicals from dead guys in the past, And thats how I dealt with the title problems.
The DMV does not care how you get the signature, Just that it is there and the sale was legit.

Since you have all the paper work, I see no problems for you.
Just dont run your mouth about it when at the DMV. Get in and out.

 

[black_gst]

you can put a lean against the car because you have made all those payments just like a auto repair shop puts leans aginst people who do pay for the work that was preformed

check out this link
WikiAnswers - How do you file a lien against someone's car when they owe you money

and this link is more detailed
How to Get a Title to an Abandoned Vehicle - wikiHow

if the guy who owned the car is dead this might work

 

[Defiant]

If the title's not in your name, it was never your car. If you have a bill of sale, go to the probate court. And learn to goddamned type, or it'll look like you may have lost out just because you're stupid.

 

[2Gb spyder]

Oookaay defiant. thx for the info!!!!!!!!!!

 

[90rslaser]

for real? just file for a lost title and explain what happened. that bankl cannot take the car from you just becuz he went bankrupt

 

[2Gb spyder]

thx every 1.

 

[No_Skillz]

Unless this guy was a hobbit (but then he probably wouldn't of had a car to sell), he has someone taking care of his ish post-mortem. Talk to them. No need to go to court or hire a lawyer (e.g. spend money) if they can work it out with you.

 

[brian97gs]

i would talk to a lawyer

 

[alansupra94]

I don't think anyone here will be able to help you. You need to go see a real lawyer.

 

[toofast82]

I would definitely talk to a lawyer. It sounds like you have some sort of bill of sale/contract for it and copies of checks you've made payment you should be in good shape. The "executor of his estate" or someone with his "power of attorney" can sign for you. They/you may have to apply for lost title as well. But a competent attorney in this area of expertise should know what to do

 

[alansupra94]

Or you can talk to Joe Pesci. I am sure he can help you out too