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Since when does a state have the authority to tell you how much to pay for your car? Not saying you're lying, but the fact that they are telling you "You didn't pay enough" is irritating to me.
Brad Hollister
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Happens all the time here in Vt. If what you paid is to far out of line with book value, the state will charge you tax on what they figure it is worth. only way around it is to get an appraisal from a dealer, then register it at the appraised value. Then let it lapse while you make it mint, then all you have to pay is the reregistration. and the other way is to apply a larger price than what you paid on the bill of sale, and try to keep it at least close to the book value. either way..your gonna pay.
the whole deal isnt right, i bought my midget for 50$, put about 3000$ into it, got reciepts and all, the state doesnt care. they booked it at 3500$ and i got to pay the tax on that, didnt make me very happy..
mark