How to buy a bike without title??

Turbo Ghost · 10-25-2012, 10:28 AM

I've found a bike on CL that was purchased from a storage auction. I called the county clerk and they said the last title holder had to apply for title. A friend said to buy it and post an ad in the paper for the previous owner to collect the bike and if no response to apply for a mechanic's lein title. That sounds a bit iffy to me since I was never contracted by the original owner for any services. I'd really like to get the bike but, the situation has me worried. I don't want to get stuck for the money and lose the bike. Has anyone here had any experience with this situation? Any help is appreciated! Thanks!

10-25-2012, 10:28 AM	#1
Turbo Ghost Movie Star Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Kingsport, TN. Moto: KLR650 Posts: 682	How to buy a bike without title?? I've found a bike on CL that was purchased from a storage auction. I called the county clerk and they said the last title holder had to apply for title. A friend said to buy it and post an ad in the paper for the previous owner to collect the bike and if no response to apply for a mechanic's lein title. That sounds a bit iffy to me since I was never contracted by the original owner for any services. I'd really like to get the bike but, the situation has me worried. I don't want to get stuck for the money and lose the bike. Has anyone here had any experience with this situation? Any help is appreciated! Thanks!