The state of Arizona is noted for its desert like climates and extremely hot summers. The state has also been noted as one of the fastest growing in the nation. Remaining overall steady the used car Arizona market remains stable due in part to the demographic diversity and a large group of retirees who have historically traded up to new vehicles every couple of years.


Although the economic environment lately has caused a slow down in the auto market as a whole, Arizona continues to benefit from its large population and its diversity. Currently there are incentives available which could potentially allow consumers to purchase new cars under 10000 dollars however this will involve the trading in of a used car in addition to qualifying for the incentives.

Arizona state requirements to transfer a vehicle title and registration include several documents including the completed and signed title application as well as the signed and notarized vehicle title. If there is an existing lean on the motor vehicle a lien release will be required. This is to obtain permission from the lien holder or lender when the vehicle financing has not been completely paid off.

All applicable title and registration fees will be necessary in order to transfer the title and registration as well as the above documents.

A vehicle emission compliance form is required in order to register an out of state vehicle in the Phoenix and Tucson areas. The state of Arizona also requires the signed title application, out of state license plates, and the payment of all registration related fees in order to register an out of state vehicle. Also required is a Level One vehicle inspection.

Used Car Arizona

Of the required inspections the Level One inspection is basically a VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) match and there is no fee for this requirement. Any abnormal issues found with an out of state vehicle during the process of registering it in Arizona will require a Level 2 inspection in order to have any issues addressed.

Arizona was the forty eighth state to be admitted to the Union and has become one of the nation’s premiere retirement destinations. The mild winters offer its residents the ability to enjoy popular outdoor activities year round. The state’s overall climate entices many vacationers to visit the state each year as well.

The main interstates include Interstate 17 and Interstate 19 which run north and south. The east west interstates include 40, 10, and 8. In addition there are numerous state routes and highways which provide easy access into the major metropolitan areas such as Phoenix and Tucson.


Arizona state law proclaims that the new or used car license plate belongs to the individual and not to the vehicle. This simply means that whenever a vehicle is sold or transferred, the previous owner will retain the license plate and they can then transfer the plate to another vehicle or request a refund. This must be done within 30 days of selling or transferring ownership of the used car however.

With the current incentives available which could potentially allow consumers to purchase new cars under 10000 dollars these days sales of the small fuel efficient models should increase accordingly. This will involve the trading in of a used car in addition to qualifying for the incentives. We have found that you should not expect to get many fancy options going this route. This would be off the base price as well however this would be one of the very economical small cars.

Overall the new and used car market in not only Arizona but throughout the nation should benefit from incentives and dealers willing to bargain. However we predict that as the market strengthens the prices will rise all around.