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#31 of 947 MA certainly does, by alfox Sep 23, 2004 (11:00 am)
primarily because of NH's tax situation. However, it would be taxed one-time at ~5% of current fair market value (as determined by them), so each model year of age based on when you registerred it in MA would reduce the sales tax.   Note that the MA municipality you moved to would also charge you a personal property (excise) tax equal to about 2.5% of the fair market value (as determined by them)... each year, forever! Replies to this message: bensmom243 (Sep 23, 2004 6:08 pm) alfox (Sep 24, 2004 4:35 am)
#32 of 947 Re: MA certainly does, [alfox] by bensmom243 Sep 23, 2004 (6:08 pm)
Replying to: alfox (Sep 23, 2004 11:00 am) Actually, we moved from NH to MA this summer. If you can show that the car was registered in NH (or other state) for at least 6 months and that you complied with the local registration laws and fees, you do not have to pay sales tax to register in MA. So the moral of the story is go shopping for a new car NOW!!   Good Luck! Replies to this message: alfox (Sep 24, 2004 4:35 am)
#33 of 947 Re: MA certainly does, [bensmom243] by alfox Sep 24, 2004 (4:35 am)
Replying to: bensmom243 (Sep 23, 2004 6:08 pm) Really? That is good to know. I stand corrected, thanks.
#34 of 947 Re: bensmom243 by Car_man HOST Sep 26, 2004 (7:52 am)
That's great information, bensmom243. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with everyone. Get movin' and pick up a new vehicle ASAP, secretariat73 and make sure to let us know if you have any questions about doing so.   Car_man Host Smart Shopper Message Board
#35 of 947 Implications of buying a Vehicle in another state by hilbert Oct 01, 2004 (4:54 pm)
I think your discussion has pretty much answered this question. Nonetheless, I would be grateful if someone with specific knowlegde about NY can clarify the following for me. Thanks in advance. I live in New York. If I buy in another state say Delaware, (i) Can I get the same level of service and warranty froom a Dealer in New York as if I bought from him/her?   (ii) Is it unadvisable to drive a new vehicle from Delaware to NY (because of Break-in requirement)   (iii) Do I have to pay NY tax after I come in New York or do I pay Delaware tax.   Would be grateful if someone can clarify any/all of these. Thanks a ton. Hilbert Replies to this message: nonjth13 (Oct 04, 2004 5:37 am)
#36 of 947 Re: Implications of buying a Vehicle in another state by Car_man HOST Oct 03, 2004 (6:50 am)
Hello Hilbert. Theoretically one can have their vehicle serviced at any dealership that sells that particular brand, regardless of where they purchased it. Having said this, some dealers provide customers who purchased their vehicles at their location with preferential treatment, especially if they suspect that you purchased from a competitor just to get a lower price and are having your vehicle serviced at their location because it is more convenient.   I personally don't think that there is anything wrong with purchasing a new vehicle in Delaware and driving it up to New York in terns of breaking it in, however I really don't see any reason to do so. Even though Delaware does not charge sales tax, but you can not avoid paying tax on your new vehicle by purchasing there. When you go to register your vehicle in New York, you will be required to pay your home state's sales tax on it.   Car_man Host Smart Shopper Message Board Replies to this message: hilbert (Oct 04, 2004 6:13 pm)
#37 of 947 Re: Implications of buying a Vehicle in another state [hilbert] by nonjth13 Oct 04, 2004 (5:37 am)
Replying to: hilbert (Oct 01, 2004 4:54 pm) New York's emission regulations are the same as California's. It is possible that the vehicle you plan to buy might not be legal to register in NY. You should check this out with NY DMV. You will have to pay NY tax.
#38 of 947 Doc Fees - by 1racefan Oct 04, 2004 (6:10 am)
Are Doc Fees typically taxed? I have had prices quoted to me in the past where the Doc Fee is taxed, and where it isn't. I was just wondering if this is something that is typically taxed or not.
#39 of 947 Re: Implications of buying a Vehicle in another state [Car_man] by hilbert Oct 04, 2004 (6:13 pm)
Replying to: Car_man (Oct 03, 2004 6:50 am) Thanks Car_man and Nonjth 13.   I am sorry for not replying earlier. If I have to pay the tax I might as well buy in New York.   Thanks.
#40 of 947 Re: Doc Fees by Car_man HOST Oct 05, 2004 (3:11 am)
Hi 1racefan. I believe that since doc fees are often nothing more than a way for dealers to add additional profit to deals, they are considered to be part of a vehicle's price and are taxable.   Car_man Host Smart Shopper Message Board

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