Of course. This is known as a title only transaction. Fill out a Vehicle Registration/Title Application (MV-82) or Application for Title (MV-82TON), available at any motor vehicle office. It is also available by request from a DMV Call Center or from the DMV Internet Office.
Are you only applying for a title certificate?
Yes, I just want the title.
Then you must pay the sales tax at a motor vehicle office, just bring your proof of ownership and proof of purchase price. The most commonly accepted proof of purchase price is an statement of transaction, sale or gift of motor vehicle, trailer, all-terrain vehicle, vessel boat, or Snowmobile at NY State department of tax and finance DTF-802, available at any motor vehicle office or by from the DMV internet office.
That sounds great. So what do I need to register?
You need to obtain a certified photocopy of the title, or written verification from the other state's motor vehicle title authority that you are the owner, and a letter from the lienholder authorizing you to register the car in New York.
Will my lien also be printed on the certificate?
Yes, a lien recorded on an out-of-state title will automatically be printed on a New York title certificate unless your New York title application includes proof that the loan has been paid in full.
What if I want to mail the application to you?
Then please allow added time for postal delivery to the DMV.
Got that. And what should I consider as a new owner?