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The NY DMV form MV-901D, titled "Garageman's Certification and Bill of Sale for Vehicles Worth Less Than $500.00," is a legal document used by garage owners, towing companies, and repair shops to dispose of vehicles with a wholesale value under $500. It serves as a simplified bill of sale and certification to transfer ownership to a vehicle dismantler or scrap processor when a vehicle has been left unclaimed and storage or repair charges remain unpaid.
To validly use this form, the garageman must follow strict legal procedures mandated by the New York Lien Law. This includes conducting a DMV record search to identify the owner and any lienholders, providing formal notice of the intent to sell the vehicle (using form MV-901A), and maintaining proof of mailing for these notices. The final submission must be accompanied by supporting documentation, such as a statement of acquisition explaining how the vehicle came into their possession, verification of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), and proof of the garageman's business operations.
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