Will I have to pay tax if my grandpa gave me a car?

Question

My grandpa recently gave me a vehicle that he didnt need anymore. The car is registered in Oregon but i live in washington. Im wondering if i will have to pay tax since Oregon is a no tax state.

Answer 1

In missouri you would - I was given a car almost 6 years ago - my zada paid the tax for me though.

Gov't doesn't let you have nothin' for free sorry!

Answer 2

No.

I gave my car to my sister (NY to NJ).  Nobody paid any taxes on that transaction.

Good Luck...

Answer 3

Most States exclude sales tax between close family members.  Even if they do require sales tax, I  recommend that you issue your Grandfather a check for $1.00 (make sure he cashes it) and transfer ownership based on the $1.00 sale price.  This also avoids gift taxes if the value of the car is enough to be required to pay them