Bring the dealer's bill of sale showing that you paid New York State sales tax. Also bring a bill of sale from MV-50 NY State dealer only or a full sales tax exemption {Sales Tax Form} pdf at the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance DTF-803 for a - state licensee.
If you were not a resident of New York when the vehicle was purchased?
Use Tax Exemption form {Sales Tax Form} pdf in the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance DTF-803 to receive a non-resident exemption from New York State sales tax. Form DTF-803 defines the terms "non-resident" and "resident".
What if I buy my vehicle from someone else in a private sale?