You’ve sold your car—congratulations! Now for that one last question: “What do I do with the number plates?”
Fortunately, the experts at Hobart Car Buyers are here with the fast, simple answer.
The Golden Rule: The Plates Stay With the Car
That’s it. In Tasmania, when you sell a registered car, the number plates stay on the vehicle. You do not need to remove them. The new owner is now responsible for them.
What If I Sell My Car to You?
This is the easiest option of all. When you choose to get instant cash for your car from us, you skip all the stress.
- You give us the car, plates and all.
- We give you the cash.
- We handle 100% of the paperwork, including the legal Notice of Disposal.
It’s the ultimate fast and hassle-free solution. Selling a car has never been simpler.

The Only Exception: Expired Registration
There is only one situation where you need to remove the plates.
If your car’s registration has expired, you must remove the number plates yourself and return them to a Service Tasmania shop. This is an important step to officially cancel the registration. You can learn more about the legal requirements on our guide to selling a car in Tasmania.
Confused About Paperwork? We Make It Easy.
Ultimately, whether your car is registered, unregistered, or even without a roadworthy certificate, the easiest way to sell is to call us. We are the experts in handling all Service TAS paperwork.
Ready to sell your car without any of the usual headaches?

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