Can I buy a car in Nevada and drive it instantly as a UK tourist? [duplicate]

We are planning a 21 day road trip around Nevada, California, Utah and Arizona. As we are under 21 we cannot hire a car so our only option is to buy a second hand one and sell it again at the next of the trip.

Can we buy a car in Nevada with a UK license?
Do we have to register the car if we will only own it for 20 days?
Can we get insurance online and drive it the same day?
If we do not need to register it, do we need any permits instead?

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Best Answer

Take a look at https://dmvnv.com/nvregreq.htm

Can we buy a car in Nevada with a UK license?

Yes. Sellers don't care about your license, they just care about whether you can pay what they want

Do we have to register the car if we will only own it for 20 days?

Yes. A car must be registered and insured to be legally driven

Can we get insurance online and drive it the same day?

Maybe. You probably need to have the insurance worked out upfront and a good insurance broker may be able to handle the transaction in a single day.

If we do not need to register it, do we need any permits instead?

You need to register it.

Buying is easy, registering and insuring is hard. For registration you need a physical Nevada address and it's unclear (to me) whether you need a Nevada license or not. Covid further complicates matter: some DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) locations may have restrictions, modified opening times, require appointments and/or are closed altogether and this can change on short notice.

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Can a tourist purchase a car in USA?

It is possible to purchase a car without being a US resident. But, you are usually required to produce a driver's license showing an address in the state that you are making the purchase as well as show proof of insurance.

How do I get a temporary license plate in Nevada?

Online. You may obtain a 10-day permit online if your vehicle is already registered in Nevada. Use this option if you need to drive your vehicle for an emissions test after repairs or in similar circumstances. The cost is $1.

Do you need insurance to register a car in Nevada?

You must obtain insurance from a Nevada Licensed Insurance Carrier and maintain the coverage for the entire time the vehicle is registered in Nevada. Minimum coverage is 25/50/20. Coverage is verified electronically with your insurance company.

How long can I drive my UK car in Europe?

UK law still applies to a UK-registered vehicle if you take it abroad for less than 12 months. That means you need to make sure: your vehicle is taxed in the UK while it's abroad.

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