Services
PriceProtect™
DriveShield™
GarageGuard™
Insurance
Car Insurance
Compare Car Insurance with Jerry
Jerry’s Expert Advice
Car Insurance Estimates
Home & Renters Insurance
Home Insurance
Renters Insurance
Loans
Car Loan
Compare Car Loans with Jerry
Jerry's Expert Advice
Car Loan Guides
Repairs
Car Repair Estimates
Repair Estimates for Popular Services
Advice
Read Car Content
Browse Jerry Car Advice
Check Out Expert Car QnA
Learn About How We Create Content
Jerry Data & Research
Recent Studies
Comprehensive Data Reports
Reviews
About
FAQ
MenuIcon
BACK

Can I sell a car with a lien release letter?

I’m about to move out of state for work and need to sell my car before I go. I'm worried since I’m still paying off the loan on it. Can I sell a car with a lien release letter?

avatar
Mariza Morin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Congrats on the new job! Yes, you can sell a car with a lien release letter. And if you’re planning on selling your vehicle privately, this is the usual route to go about it if you have a
lien on your car
.
A car lien gives the lienholder (or the car loan lender) legal protection over your vehicle until you pay it off completely. But since you already have a lien release letter, you have proof that your vehicle has been released from the lien.
Therefore, your loan has been fully paid or waived by the lienholder—so you shouldn’t have any issue selling your car! The lienholder should have sent you your title by now, so just make sure you
transfer the title
 to the new owner.
MORE:
How to find out if a used car has a lien
Car LiensSelling a Car
View full answer 
Jerry user testimonial avatar
rating primary
“My experience with Jerry has been absolutely incredible. It took my car insurance from about $400/month to about $80. The entire experience is seamless.” - Gregory R.
Lower my car insurance too
WHY YOU CAN TRUST JERRY
Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.

Join 4M+ members in lowering their car insurance

Find insurance savings

You Might Also Be Interested

card cover

How to Sell a Car with a Lien

You can sell a car with a lien to a dealership or a private party—but you’ll have to take some extra steps to make sure the lien is released from the vehicle first.
avatar
Jacqulyn Graber
card cover

What is a lien release on a car?

A lien holder is an official release of your lienholder’s claim on your car once you’ve paid off your loan. Click here to learn more.
avatar
Pat Roache
card cover

How to Buy a Car With a Lien

Buying a car with a lien means taking some extra steps to ensure that you’re the legal owner and can register the vehicle under your name.
avatar
Mary Cahill

Read Advice From Car Experts At Jerry

card cover

How Much Can a Landlord Raise Rent in Utah?

In Utah, landlords must provide written notice before increasing your rent. There is no limit on how much they can increase your rent.
avatar
Elaine Yang
card cover

How to Reinstate a Suspended Iowa Driver's License

Bring an SR-22 and a $20 reinstatement fee to your local Iowa DOT office to reinstate your driver’s license after the terms of your suspension have been met.
avatar
Pat Roache
card cover

Types of Windshield Cracks

Spot a crack in your windshield and not sure what to do next? We’ve got all the info you need on the different types of windshield cracks and how to fix them.
avatar
Natalie Todoroff

What Others Are Asking

What is the Honda Civic Hybrid warranty?
I want to join the green revolution by buying a hybrid car, but the new ones are a bit out of my price range. A used Honda Civic Hybrid has an affordable price, but I want to make sure it’s still under warranty. What’s the warranty on a Honda Civic Hybrid?
avatar
Eric Schad
Is there a Dodge Ram 1500 with a manual transmission?
I want to buy a used Dodge Ram 1500, but I don’t want an automatic. What years did the Dodge Ram 1500 come with a manual transmission option?
avatar
Mary Alice Morris
How reliable is a BMW 328i?
I was going to buy a BMW 328i, but one of my friends told me that it’s not a reliable car because it needs tons of repairs. Is this true? Should I buy a different car?
avatar
Liz Jenson
Browse All Questions

Browse More Content

Car Repair Resources

Insurance for Your Car

Insurance in Your State

    Insurance In Your City

    Easiest way to compare and buy car insurance

    √
    No long forms
    √
    No spam or unwanted phone calls
    √
    Quotes from top insurance companies
    Find insurance savings
    Car Insurance by Make
    Audi
    BMW
    Dodge
    Ford
    GMC
    Honda
    Hyundai
    Jeep
    Kia
    Lexus
    Mercedes-Benz
    Mitsubishi
    Subaru
    Tesla
    Toyota
    View all
    Car Insurance by Model
    Chevrolet Silverado
    Chevrolet Malibu
    Ford Escape
    GMC Sierra
    Honda Accord
    Honda Civic
    Hyundai Tucson
    Jeep Cherokee
    Jeep Wrangler
    Kia Forte
    Mazda 3
    Nissan Altima
    Subaru Outback
    Subaru Crosstrek
    Toyota Camry
    Toyota Corolla
    Toyota Tacoma
    Toyota Highlander
    Toyota Rav4
    Volkswagen Jetta
    View all
    Car Insurance by State
    AL
    AZ
    AR
    CA
    CO
    CT
    DE
    FL
    GA
    ID
    IL
    IN
    IA
    KS
    KY
    LA
    ME
    MD
    MA
    MI
    MN
    MS
    MO
    MT
    NE
    NV
    NH
    NJ
    NM
    NY
    NC
    ND
    OH
    OK
    OR
    PA
    RI
    SC
    SD
    TN
    TX
    UT
    VT
    VA
    WA
    WV
    WI
    WY
    Car Insurance by City
    Austin, TX
    Boston, MA
    Charlotte, NC
    Chicago, IL
    Columbus, OH
    Dallas, TX
    Denver, CO
    Houston, TX
    Indianapolis, IN
    Jacksonville, FL
    Las Vegas, NV
    Los Angeles, CA
    Nashville, TN
    New York, NY
    Philadelphia, PA
    Phoenix, AZ
    Portland, OR
    San Antonio, TX
    San Francisco, CA
    Seattle, WA
    View all
    Car Loan by Make
    Audi
    BMW
    Chevrolet
    Ford
    GMC
    Honda
    Hyundai
    Kia
    Lexus
    Nissan
    Mercedes-Benz
    Subaru
    Tesla
    Toyota
    View all
    Car Insurance by Company
    AAA
    Allstate
    Aspire Advantage
    Assurance America
    Bristol West
    Commonwealth
    Dairyland
    Encompass
    Infinity
    Kemper
    Mapfre
    Mercury
    National General
    Nationwide
    Plymouth Rock
    Progressive
    Safeco
    State Auto
    Travelers
    Car Loan by State
    AL
    AZ
    AR
    CA
    CO
    CT
    DE
    FL
    GA
    ID
    IL
    IN
    IA
    KS
    KY
    LA
    ME
    MD
    MA
    MI
    MN
    MS
    MO
    MT
    NE
    NV
    NH
    NJ
    NM
    NY
    NC
    ND
    OH
    OK
    OR
    PA
    RI
    SC
    SD
    TN
    TX
    UT
    VT
    VA
    WA
    WV
    WI
    WY
    Car Repair by Service
    AC Compressor Replacement Cost
    Battery Replacement Cost
    Fuel Injector Replacement Cost
    Fuel Pump Replacement Cost
    Ignition Coil Replacement Cost
    Oil Change Cost
    Oil Pan Replacement Cost
    Power Steering Fluid Service Cost
    Rotate Tires Cost
    Spark Plugs Replacement Cost
    Timing Belt Replacement Cost
    Valve Cover Gasket Replacement Cost
    Water Pump Replacement Cost
    Wheel Bearings Replacement Cost
    View all