This guide provides answers to some of the more frequently asked questions regarding the purchase of a used car. It covers the purchase of used cars and light trucks from a licensed dealer.
It does not apply to used cars that you purchase from someone in a private sale (consumer to consumer) or new vehicles purchased from a dealer.
Some types of complaints filed with this office are:
For complaints regarding title matters related to private sales please refer to the Private Sale Complaint Form (PDF).
Some types of complaints filed with this office are:
• identity theft,
• automobile related (warranty and disclosure),
• registration fraud,
• mileage fraud,
• registration evasion, and
• Title fraud.
Dear Maine Citizen,
There is growing concern today about privacy invasion and identity theft. This information outlines several easy steps you can take to protect your identity, your credit, and your privacy.
Shenna Bellows
Secretary of State
Complaints may include but are not limited to:
• private sales of motor vehicles
• the activity of licensed or unlicensed dealers,
• Title fraud,
• odometer fraud,
• identification fraud,
• insurance fraud,
• automobile identification,
• automobile theft, and
In response to a decades-long concern about regulatory activity, the federal government and many other states have adopted administrative procedure acts. The intent has been to improve public access to agency decision-making and to increase awareness of agency rules.
To reach a specific team within the BMV, please call the Administrative Office number and then the extension number when asked.
Motor Vehicle Administrative Office
Phone: 207-624-9000
