The short answer
An Oregon title costs $101 to $192 for a car, pickup or truck up to 26,000 lbs GVWR, depending on its fuel economy. Motorcycles and mopeds pay $101 ($192 if electric). If you buy an Oregon-titled vehicle, apply for the title within 30 days; after that the DMV adds $25, rising to $50 after 60 days. A vehicle with an out-of-state title also needs a $9 VIN inspection. A private sale has no sales tax.
Title fees
| Vehicle | Title fee |
|---|---|
| Car, pickup or truck up to 26,000 lbs GVWR, 0 to 19 MPG | $101 |
| Same, 20 to 39 MPG | $106 |
| Same, 40 MPG or more | $116 |
| Same, electric | $192 |
| Motorcycle or moped | $101 ($192 if electric) |
| Heavy vehicle over 26,000 lbs | $90 |
Late fees
| What's late | Fee |
|---|---|
| Title application for an Oregon-titled vehicle you bought, 31 to 60 days after the sale | $25 |
| Same, more than 60 days after the sale | $50 |
| Renewing your registration after it expired | No late renewal fee listed by the DMV. You can renew online after expiry. |
| Fine for driving with an expired registration | Not available. We haven't confirmed it in an official source. |
The late title fee is added to the normal title fee; it doesn't replace it.
What you pay in common situations
| Situation | Fees |
|---|---|
| Private sale, Oregon-titled car, registration still valid, applied within 30 days | Title only ($101 to $192) |
| Same, registration expired | Title + 2-year registration + any county fee |
| Moving to Oregon with your own car | Title + $9 VIN inspection + registration + any county fee + $26 plates. No tax. |
| Buying from an out-of-state dealer | Title + $9 VIN inspection if it has an out-of-state title + registration + plates + 0.5% use tax on qualifying new vehicles, less vehicle tax paid to another state |
Worked examples
| Private sale, 25 MPG car, applied on day 20 | Private sale, 25 MPG car, registration expired, applied on day 75, Multnomah | |
|---|---|---|
| Title | $106 | $106 |
| Late title fee | – | $50 |
| Registration, 2 years | – | $136 |
| Multnomah County fee, 2 years | – | $112 |
| Total | $106 | $404 |
Both totals match our Oregon calculator with "Private sale" chosen.
No sales tax on a used car
Oregon has no sales tax, and a private sale isn't taxed. The 0.5% vehicle privilege or use tax applies only to vehicles bought from a dealer with 7,500 miles or less that have never been registered in Oregon (Oregon Department of Revenue).
What this guide doesn't cover
Lien fees, duplicate and replacement titles, salvage titles, special plates, plate transfers ($30) and the court fine for an expired registration. For the registration fees themselves, see how much car registration costs in Oregon. For other states, see car registration late fees by state.
For a full worked example of a private-party transfer with plates, gifts and inheritance, see Oregon car title transfer fees.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to transfer a title in Oregon?
$101 to $192 for a car, pickup or truck up to 26,000 lbs GVWR, depending on MPG, or $101 for a motorcycle. Add $25 if you apply 31 to 60 days after buying an Oregon-titled vehicle, or $50 after 60 days.
How long do I have to transfer a title in Oregon?
30 days from buying an Oregon-titled vehicle. After that, the DMV charges a late fee of $25, rising to $50 after 60 days.
Is there a late fee for renewing Oregon registration?
The DMV lists no late renewal fee, and you can renew online after the registration expires.
Do I need a VIN inspection in Oregon?
Yes, if the vehicle has an out-of-state or out-of-country title. It costs $9.
Calculate your Oregon fees
Example for a $30,000 car. Enter your own price to update it.
- Registration (4 yrs)20-39 MPG, brand new: doubledOregon DMV · checked Oct 20, 2026$272.00
- County registration fee (4 yrs)Doubled for a brand-new vehicle$224.00
- License platesTwo plates$26.00
- Title fee20-39 MPG$106.00
- Vehicle privilege tax0.5% of price; the dealer's tax, which it may pass on to you$150.00
Total excludes items marked "not available".
What you'll pay later
Renewal at today's rates: $248.00 for 2 years
5-year total: not shown, because it is a 2-year registration.
Estimate only, at today's rates for the same car.
Rates and sources for every fee are on the Oregon car registration fee calculator page.
- Oregon DMV – Vehicle Title, Registration and Permit Fees (title $101 / $106 / $116 / $192 by MPG, $101 motorcycle, $90 heavy; late title transfer $25 / $50; VIN inspection $9; plate transfer $30)
- Oregon DMV – VIN inspections ($9; required for out-of-state or out-of-country titled vehicles)
- Oregon DMV – Vehicle registration (renewal after expiration)
- Oregon DMV – Other vehicle types plate and registration fees (June 2026)
- Oregon Department of Revenue – Vehicle Privilege and Use Taxes
General information, not tax or legal advice. Fees and tax rules change; confirm with the agency listed before you pay.
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