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What is required to legally operate a salvage title vehicle on Pennsylvania roads? Pennsylvania
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The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) categorizes used cars as salvage if the cost to repair the vehicles is greater than the actual value of the vehicles. Before a rebuilt auto is operated on Pennsylvania (PA) roadways, the vehicle must be restored and pass a state inspection.
PA Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Special Services Unit
PO Box C69007
Harrisburg, PA 17106-9007
You are also required to get the motor vehicle inspected at an authorized PA inspection station. Many gasoline and auto repair stations in PA are authorized to conduct the state inspections. You cannot operate a salvage auto on PA roadways until after the vehicle passes state inspection.
Operate a Salvage Auto in Pennsylvania
To do this you must update the auto’s vehicle history report (VHR). Take the following steps to update the VHR:- Complete Form 426B (Application for Reconstructed, Specially Constructed, Collectible, Modified, Floor, Recovered Theft Vehicles and Street Rods).
- Provide a copy of the Salvage Title to PennDOT (remains part of the vehicle history).
- Contact PennDOT and complete Form MV1 (Application for Certificate of Title) if the name on the salvage title is different from yours. The titles form is not available online for download.
- Include proof of auto insurance (i.e. copy of your insurance card, auto insurance policy).
- Pay the $22.50 title fee.
PA Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Special Services Unit
PO Box C69007
Harrisburg, PA 17106-9007
You are also required to get the motor vehicle inspected at an authorized PA inspection station. Many gasoline and auto repair stations in PA are authorized to conduct the state inspections. You cannot operate a salvage auto on PA roadways until after the vehicle passes state inspection.
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