Car registration cost when we move to TV?

[Bassdeer]

What is it going to cost us to get registration switched? Is it like 6% of the cost of the car? I think it depends on the county. And how do they estimate the cost of your car? Was thinking about buying a new car here in TX before we move but don't want to pay here and then pay there to switch to FL registration.

[shut the front door]

What is it going to cost us to get registration switched? Is it like 6% of the cost of the car? I think it depends on the county. And how do they estimate the cost of your car? Was thinking about buying a new car here in TX before we move but don't want to pay here and then pay there to switch to FL registration.

You only pay extra the first time you register a car in FL. The 6% is sales tax when you purchase a vehicle here. Not sure what the sales tax is in TX, but it might be worth comparing.
When I purchased a motor home from an individual in FL, I registered it in Montana (I have an LLC there) and saved myself over $10k in sales tax and I never have to pay a Montana renewal because it's over 10 years old.

[villagetinker]

We paid several hundred dollars for each vehicle that we brought to FL in 2013. IMHO, you can compare the purchase prices in both states, and add the charge for bringing the vehicle to FL and see what makes sense. Also consider whether you will want dealer service, etc.

[Papa_lecki]

What is it going to cost us to get registration switched? Is it like 6% of the cost of the car? I think it depends on the county. And how do they estimate the cost of your car? Was thinking about buying a new car here in TX before we move but don't want to pay here and then pay there to switch to FL registration.

I think it’s based on the car’s weight

[onfire]

Moved here from TX last month, the cost to register the car was $424. They issued the plates immediately and the process was simple and very quick, the same for getting drivers licenses. The Sumter County tax office at 466A and Powell is amazing compared to the DFW area, no appointments required and no wait for either.

[elevatorman]

Look here New Resident - Welcome to Florida! - Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (https://www.flhsmv.gov/new-resident/)

[scubawva]

Motor Vehicle Registrations - Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (https://www.flhsmv.gov/motor-vehicles-tags-titles/license-plates-registration/motor-vehicle-registrations/)

New Resident - Welcome to Florida! - Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (https://www.flhsmv.gov/new-resident/)

Don’t forget vehicle tax
https://floridarevenue.com/forms_library/current/gt800025.pdf

[dewilson58]

Sumter County Website:

INITIAL REGISTRATION:
A $225.00 Initial Registration fee is imposed the first time a license plate is purchased for a vehicle. This applies to private automobiles, motor homes, trucks less than 5,000 pounds, with an Out of State or Florida title.

[Bassdeer]

Thanks for the info. Should be there mid summer.

[rjm1cc]

This is what AI says. My experience from years ago is it was more expensive as far as I can remember.
When you move to Florida and register your existing car, you’ll need to pay several fees:

Initial Registration Fee: $225, if you don’t already have a Florida license plate to transfer.

Title Fee: $77.25 for an electronic title or $85.25 for a paper title.

License Plate Fee: This varies depending on the weight of your vehicle, typically ranging from $14.50 to $32.50 for standard vehicles.

Sales Tax: If you purchased your car within the last six months and paid less than 6% sales tax in another state, you may need to pay the difference to Florida.

Local Fees: Some counties charge additional fees.

You’ll also need proof of Florida insurance and a completed application for a Certificate of Title and Registration. Let me know if you’d like more details!

[bowlingal]

cars need to be registered within 20 days after moving here. You must have Florida insurance, and also that is the time to register your political preference, homestead exemption. Proof of residency is also required.

[Franee621]

I just did mine $453

[MrFlorida]

cars need to be registered within 20 days after moving here. You must have Florida insurance, and also that is the time to register your political preference, homestead exemption. Proof of residency is also required.

You must live here for one full year before you can get the homestead exemption.

[Nectarine]

Paid $400.00 in 2015 to register a 2000
Mercury Grand Marque.

[nn0wheremann]

What is it going to cost us to get registration switched? Is it like 6% of the cost of the car? I think it depends on the county. And how do they estimate the cost of your car? Was thinking about buying a new car here in TX before we move but don't want to pay here and then pay there to switch to FL registration.
$225 for each vehicle brought into Florida from out of state, provided it weighs less than 5000 lbs. higher fees for heavier cars, trucks. Motorcycle fees are less. Our cost for two cars and a motorcycle were about $500. I was told it was an infrastructure fee. Remember, Florida is a low tax, but high fee state.

[shut the front door]

You must live here for one full year before you can get the homestead exemption.

Not true.
"You must reside on your homestead property as your primary residence. However, there is no particular amount of time you have to be physically present on the property to qualify for homestead exemption. To qualify for homestead exemption, you have to declare Florida as your permanent residence."

[HORNET]

1, new car brought into Florida, re-taxed. 2 , stay away from personal plates!

[Kaiserlp2]

What is it going to cost us to get registration switched? Is it like 6% of the cost of the car? I think it depends on the county. And how do they estimate the cost of your car? Was thinking about buying a new car here in TX before we move but don't want to pay here and then pay there to switch to FL registration.

2 cars (2008 bmw and 2021 Jeep). Registered both vehicles, paid for drivers license change to Florida. $1042 and we had plates for the cars and drivers licenses when we left ( took about 90 minutes start to finish)

[jimmy o]

What is it going to cost us to get registration switched? Is it like 6% of the cost of the car? I think it depends on the county. And how do they estimate the cost of your car? Was thinking about buying a new car here in TX before we move but don't want to pay here and then pay there to switch to FL registration.
Personally I would buy the new car in FL. Why give yourself added regegistration expense, work and aggravation. Just buy it here. Florida has 6% sales tax, vs Texas 6.25% sales tax.

[Bassdeer]

Personally I would buy the new car in FL. Why give yourself added regegistration expense, work and aggravation. Just buy it here. Florida has 6% sales tax, vs Texas 6.25% sales tax.

Plan on selling my truck here in TX, 2009 GMC 2500 X-cab 4x4 with 51,000 miles (get a better price here on it) and downsize with a Toyota Tacoma when we get there. Wife has a 2018 Honda Pilot with 91,000 on it, trying to figure out what to do with that. Thanks for all the help.

[CarlR33]

Plan on selling my truck here in TX, 2009 GMC 2500 X-cab 4x4 with 51,000 miles (get a better price here on it) and downsize with a Toyota Tacoma when we get there. Wife has a 2018 Honda Pilot with 91,000 on it, trying to figure out what to do with that. Thanks for all the help.The Pilot will haul about as much as a Tacoma so keep the Pilot and if you have to really haul something Home Depot or Lowes have the rental trucks for the one time a year you need it as a truck. The Pilot will last a lifetime and will haul four people for the more times you need it than a truck. The fees are what everyone said above as we just got one vehicle transferred before the out of state plates expire this week. My 2 cents.

[Bassdeer]

The Pilot will haul about as much as a Tacoma so keep the Pilot and if you have to really haul something Home Depot or Lowes have the rental trucks for the one time a year you need it as a truck. The Pilot will last a lifetime and will haul four people for the more times you need it than a truck. The fees are what everyone said above as we just got one vehicle transferred before the out of state plates expire this week. My 2 cents.

Have to be honest with you not happy with the pilot. Had a 2008 Honda Accord and had it for 10 years with no problems, got the 2018 Pilot and had a lot of cosmetic problems with it. Now the transmission light is flashing, dumping it and getting a Toyota Highlander. I'm getting a mid-size truck for myself, I hunt and fish around the country, spend a lot of time in Kansas bow hunting.

[VApeople]

Wife has a 2018 Honda Pilot with 91,000 on it, trying to figure out what to do with that.

If your wife enjoys driving that car, then keep it and drive it.

That is what we do with our 2003 Acura.