Getting a used car Blue Book

Once you've found a used car you like , negotiated and bought it, you'll still need to register it. First of all, you need to get the Blue Book (the proof of ownership) from the owner. The Blue Book lists the owner's name and address and if the car taxes have been paid. If the owner doesn't have the Blue Book that usually means the dealer he/she bought the car from still has it, which tells you it's likely the car isn't completely paid for. Don't buy a car if the owner cannot furnish you with the Blue Book, or make arrangements for the dealer to do so, as you'll end up with a car you don't really own.