Did you recently move to a new state? If so, you'll need to update your driver's license and vehicle registration information with the DMV. One way to do this is by filling out Form 4038, which is the interstate application for driver's licenses and ID cards. This form allows you to keep your current driver's license or ID card while also obtaining a new one from your new state of residence. Let's take a closer look at what information is required on Form 4038 and how to complete it.
| Question | Answer |
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| Form Name | Dmv Form 4038 |
| Form Length | 2 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 30 sec |
| Other names | encumbrances, sc dmv form 4038, South_Carolina, CERTIFICATION |
South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles
AFFIDAVIT OF REBUILT OR HOMEMADE VEHICLE
4038
(Rev. 6/03)
Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I am the legal and rightful owner of the vehicle described below and that I purchased or came into possession of the motor, body, frame and other necessary parts in a legal and lawful manner and that these component parts were acquired or purchased for the purpose of assembling or rebuilding the vehicle described below.
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The vehicle has the following major components replaced:
CUSTOM KIT CAR
AFFIDAVIT OF RESPONSIBILITY: (Check only if previous title is not available)
I shall be responsible for any liens or encumbrances with may be filed against the above described vehicle, as I have exhausted all means of obtaining the previous title for same as shown by the attached documentation.
Signature of Applicant
WARNING: Making a material false statement, failing to disclose a security interest or concealing any material fact in an application for vehicle title with fraudulent intent constitutes a felony. A felony under this act is punishable by imprisonment of not more than five (5) years.
CERTIFICATION OF AN AUTHORIZED AGENT OF THE
SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES
This is to certify that I have examined the above described vehicle and found the vehicle identification number listed on this form is properly affixed on this vehicle.
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SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR INSTRUCTIONS
South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles
AFFIDAVIT OF REBUILT OR HOMEMADE VEHICLE
4038
(Rev. 6/03)
INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: If it is available, the previous certificate of title must always be turned in to the Department. If the certificate of title is not available, the Department will inform you what documents are needed. The Department will not issue you a title based on this affidavit alone.
1.You must complete form 400 (Application for Title). If you are purchasing a license plate or transferring a plate from another vehicle to this vehicle, you must also complete Section 2 of the Form 400.
2.You must turn in the previous certificate of title and/or registration with this form and the application for title.
3.The title to the vehicle must be properly assigned to you. Any lien listed on the title must be released or cleared.
4.A bill of sale and/or receipts for parts and any custom kit documents used to rebuild or make the vehicle must also be attached.
5.If you are not submitting the previous certificate of title to the Department, you must submit the Salvage Title.
6.If no vehicle identification number (VIN) is on the vehicle, a number must be assigned to it. The VIN number must be placed on the vehicle and inspected by an authorized agent of the Department. The agent will sign this form verifying the vehicle identification (VIN) number.
7.A paid personal property tax receipt in the owner’s name is required to purchase plates for the vehicle. The tax receipt should be for the current year.
8.You must pay for a title, and, if applicable, a registration fee and casual sales tax or excise tax on the vehicle.