Pennsylvania Title Reference Guide

1 Pennsylvania Title Reference Guide The IAA Vehicle Alternate Method of Disposal Guide is a proprietary document prepared solely for internal use by Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliated entities ( IAA ). No part of this document is to be photocopied, reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, transmitted electronically, or disclosed to a third party without prior written consent of Diversified Services Administration or IAA Executive Management.

2 2013. Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. I N S U R A N C E A U T O A U C T I O N S Last Updated 07/2013 Please direct any questions, comments, or corrections to IAA s Title Solutions Team. Toll Free - 888-MY- Title (888-698-4853) 2013. Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. Page 2 Table of Contents Contact Information .. 3 Title and Disposal Information .. 4 Standard Title Processing .. 4 DMV Title Fees .. 4 Duplicate Title .. 4 Additional Information .. 5 Deceased Owner Requirements.

3 5 Repossessed Vehicle .. 5 Name Changes .. 5 Owner Retain .. 5 Un-Recovered 5 Alternate Disposal .. 5 State Guidelines .. 6 Title Requirements by Vehicle Type .. 6 Title Branding Guidelines .. 7 Determining the Correct Title Type .. 8 Frequently Asked Questions .. 8 What is required to correct a mistake that is made by the owner on the back of the Title ? .. 9 Is a copy of the written estimate needed to process the Title ? .. 9 What type of PoA is required if the Title is not signed? .. 9 If an owner s full name is listed, does he/she need to sign as listed on the face of the Title ?

4 9 Example Documents .. 10 Pennsylvania Title (Front) .. 11 Pennsylvania Title (Back) .. 12 Glossary .. 13 Index .. 15 Please note - This document is intended to cover most requirements for obtaining a negotiable, lien-free Title . It is not intended to replace motor vehicle department regulations or rulings. If you have Title questions please contact IAA s Title Solutions Department I N S U R A N C EA U T OA U C T I O N SLast Updated 07/2013 Please direct any questions, comments, or corrections to IAA s Title Solutions Team.

5 Toll Free - 888-MY- Title (888-698-4853) 2013. Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. Page 3 Contact Information IAA Website: Title Questions: IAA Title Solutions 7835 Woodland DriveSuite 200 Indianapolis, IN 46278 Toll Free: 888-698-4853 FAX: 855-584-5198 Motor Vehicle Department: Pennsylvania DOT 1101 South Front Street Harrisburg, PA 17104 Phone: 717-412-5300 IAA Locations in Pennsylvania : Altoona 15369 Dunnings Hwy East Freedom, PA 16637 Phone: 814-695-4776 Fax: 814-695-3116 Auction: Bi-Wednesday,10:00 AM ET Bridgeport 396 E.

6 Schuylkill River Road Bridgeport, PA 19405 Phone: 610-279-7123 Fax: 610-279-3346 Auction: Thursday at 9:00 AM ET Erie 261 Hamilton Road Garland, PA 16416 Phone: 814-563-3113 Fax: 814-563-4921 Auction: Bi-Thursday 9:00 AM ET Harrisburg 5515 Susquehanna Trail Manchester, PA 17345 Phone: 717-266-8701 Fax: 717-266-8705 Auction: Bi-Wednesday 1:00 PM ET Philadelphia 100 Industrial Way Conshohocken, PA 19428-1058 Phone: 610-277-0894 Fax: 610-277-9276 Auction: Friday at 9:00 AM ET Pittsburgh 57 Woodlawn Road Aliquippa, PA 15001 Phone: 724-375-6130 Fax: 724-375-6975 Auction: Bi-Tuesday at 9:00 AM ET Pittsburgh-North 49 Bairdford Road Gibsonia, PA 15044 Phone: 724-443-7881 Fax: 724-443-7888 Auction: Bi-Tuesday 1:00 PM ET Scranton 103 Thompson St Pittston, PA 18640 Phone: 570-654-1709 Fax: 570-654-5010 Auction: Tuesday at 10.

7 00 AM ET I N S U R A N C E A U T O A U C T I O N S Last Updated 07/2013 Please direct any questions, comments, or corrections to IAA s Title Solutions Team. Toll Free - 888-MY- Title (888-698-4853) 2013. Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. Page 4 Title and Disposal Information Standard Title Processing IAA will apply for the appropriate Title in the Provider s name. In order to initiate this process the vehicle provider must supply the following documentation: Properly Executed Title If owner held Title at time of loss, then the provider must send a Title that has been properly executed by the owner or the Title including the correctly executed Power of Attorney (PoA.)

8 If the lienholder possessed the Title at the time of the loss, then the provider must send the unsigned Title with a lien release if applicable or lienholder signed off on Title , and a notarized Power of Attorney signed by the owner. Lien Release (if applicable) Lien to be satisfied and dated on the face of Title , or include separate signed lien termination statement on lienholder letterhead with a vehicle description and owner s name(s). odometer Disclosure odometer disclosure is required for vehicles less than 10 model years.

9 This can be accomplished on the Title or with a separate odometer statement, signed by the owner. Mileage should be stated with a verified reading and should not be an estimate or guess. If IAA is not processing the Title , please attach the properly executed sale document and any additional required forms as outlined above to a coversheet with your selling instructions noted. Forward these documents to the appropriate IAA Branch. DMV Title Fees Please contact your local IAA Branch or DMV for up-to-date fees Duplicate $ Salvage No Fee Duplicate Title With the owner s cooperation, IAA can apply for a duplicate Title .

10 IAA will need: Two (2) generic notarized Power of Attorney forms signed by all owners Lien Release, if applicable Title mistakes can be costly and can significantly delay the sale of salvage vehicles. Catching these potential errors before the Title paperwork goes to the auction can prevent Title problems that will delay a vehicle s sale by weeks or even months. I N S U R A N C E A U T O A U C T I O N S Last Updated 07/2013 Please direct any questions, comments, or corrections to IAA s Title Solutions Team.