How do I transfer a used car, what documents are required and how much does it cost?

In one Used car market, which once again showed signs of cooling down in November, the Transfer costs remain one of the most important expenses that must be taken into account when closing a business. Last month, 132,089 used vehicles were sold, down 12.62% compared to the same period in 2024 and down 20.56% compared to October, the Automotive Chamber of Commerce (CCA) reports.

Despite the economic slowdown the annual balance remains positive. Between January and November 2025, 1,735,030 units were sold, 9.48% more than in the same period last year, consolidating the used market as one of the pillars of automotive activity.

In this context, transferring the domain remains a mandatory step and a cost that directly affects the buyer’s final budget.

The value of this procedure varies depending on various factors: the model, the year of patenting and whether the vehicle was manufactured in Argentina or imported. About the tax value —which depends on the model and age— A percentage applies: 1.5% for domestic cars and 2% for imported ones.

So for example If a vehicle is valued at $10,000,000, the transfer will cost $150,000 in the case of a model made in Argentina. If it is a foreign-sourced unit, it is $200,000.

In any case, there is an estimate provided by the National Directorate of National Registers of Automotive Property and Pledge Credits in Argentina (DNRPA). Here you can enter the license plate number of the car, the declared value and the province of registration and get a value. On the other hand, it should be made clear that in addition to the costs of the transfer there are other costs, such as: B. Taxes, stamps and forms.

Don’t just think about the costs that a transfer entails, You should not forget the necessary documents. With this in mind, this is the list of documents and paperwork required by the firm:

In relation to free debts from traffic violations, you have to know that It is no longer a mandatory requirement when carrying out an operation in a motor vehicle register. However, in some documents it may appear as an optional procedure: if the buyer and seller agree not to require it, it is not necessary to present it.