Transferring a car title in Ohio is relatively inexpensive, but there are a few fees to be aware of. The standard Ohio title transfer fee is about $15.00 for a private party transfer. In addition, if you are purchasing the vehicle, you will need to pay Ohio sales tax on the purchase price of the car at the time of transfer – the rate varies by county (around 6-8% of the sale price). There may also be a small county clerk processing fee (often around $0.50) added to the transaction. If you need the title processed immediately (sometimes called an instant title or same-day title service), there might be a small extra fee (for example, a few dollars more) – however, most Ohio title offices issue the title on the spot as standard practice. Keep in mind, if you utilize a third-party service like EZ Ohio Title to handle the transfer, our service fee would be separate from the state fees. We always provide up-front quotes so you know the total cost. Overall, the cost to transfer a title is modest, and it ensures the legal ownership of the vehicle is properly recorded.