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Old Sep 19, 2012 | 04:16 PM
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Insure or register a newly bought vehicle before driving it home from another state?

Just like it says. If I fly out to WA, buy an old truck and plan to turn around that same day and drive it back to Montana, how do I cover myself? I'm ok with bending the law a bit, but I don't want to really do anything stupid. What's the best way to mostly cover myself in this kind of situation?

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Old Sep 19, 2012 | 04:17 PM
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best bet is to call your current insurance and provide them with VIN, year make model etc.
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Old Sep 19, 2012 | 05:13 PM
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Ok, thanks, I thought of maybe doing that. I called the current owner and they say they'll maintain their registration and insurance until I get it under mine, but I'll definitely call my agent tomorrow and see what he says.

Then...if everything goes smoothly, all the Pre-84 folks will see a new thread...

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Old Sep 27, 2012 | 02:48 PM
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I traveled from NY to Vermont to buy a truck.
After having a look at it I called Geico spoke to the young lady and that was it.
Pain free.
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He made it back with a cool project
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Old Sep 28, 2012 | 05:18 PM
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I would either quickly get it insured, or have it towed or thrown on a flatbed. Easiest method would just be some quick insurance. If you got pulled over I am sure they would understand you want to have it registered at home. Have to have insurance before you can register it anyways, right?


EDIT: I'm sure that reply was delayed.

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