Lost, damaged, or never received your Hawaii title? You still have legal ways to sell. Here's how it works in 2026, based on official Hawaii rules — plus the fastest way to just get a cash offer.
Hawaii has no central DMV — titles are handled by your county office (Honolulu, Hawaii/Big Island, Maui, or Kauai). You'll need the actual title to sell, so if yours is missing, replace it first. Here's how.
Apply at your county motor vehicle office using its duplicate-title form (Honolulu uses Form CS-L MVR10; other counties have their own). The fee runs about $5–$10 depending on county, and the application must be signed before a notary or in person. Only the registered owner (or an agent with notarized power of attorney) can apply.
Hawaii counties won't transfer a vehicle on a bill of sale alone — you need the actual title in hand. After selling, notify your county within 10 days (Notice of Transfer) or you risk a $100 fine. Financed cars: the lienholder holds the title, so a lost-title issue there is resolved through your lender.
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Get My Free Offer →This guide is general information based on Hawaii rules current as of 2026, not legal advice. Requirements can change and situations vary — confirm details with the official state source (official Hawaii DMV page) before acting.