At Ride Legal, we specialize in solving complex vehicle registration problems with a white-glove approach. If your situation feels overwhelming or you’ve been told “it can’t be done,” you’re exactly the kind of client we serve.
Step 1: Schedule Your Appointment or Use the Service Finder
Whether your RV is a modern motorcoach or a vintage camper van, your journey starts with a personalized consultation. Use our Service Finder or book a one-on-one appointment with our concierge team to evaluate your situation—no account creation or portal navigation required.
This first step ensures you’re speaking directly with someone who understands title problems, bonded titles, and state-by-state requirements.
Step 2: Identify the Right Solution Based on Your Situation
Not all title problems are created equal, and neither are the paths to fix them.
Do I need to register my vehicle if I don’t drive it at all?
If your RV or camper is parked, stored, or undergoing restoration, you may not need active registration, depending on your state’s rules. Some states offer non-operational status to avoid fees while maintaining ownership on record, according to the California DMV’s Planned Non-Operation (PNO) guidelines.
However, if you ever plan to drive it, insure it, sell it, or prove ownership in a dispute, resolving the title and registration now is often the smartest move.
I need to register my vehicle, but the previous owner didn’t sign his name on the title, and I cannot find him. The car itself is not stolen or anything and the VIN is good. What should I do?
This situation is common, especially in private sales. If the seller cannot be located and the title was never properly signed, you may qualify for a bonded title, according to state DMV procedures that allow vehicle owners to prove good faith ownership with a surety bond and VIN verification.
As long as the vehicle is not reported stolen and the VIN is valid, Ride Legal can guide you through the process to claim ownership.
Step 3: Securely Submit the Minimum Required Documents
Once we identify the right solution, we’ll walk you through what to submit—no uploads, no portals. You’ll typically need a Bill of Sale, a copy of your ID, and any available title paperwork.
Every submission is manually reviewed by our team for completeness and accuracy before it reaches the state agency.
Step 4: We Solve the Problem and Keep You Updated
From here, Ride Legal takes over.
We prepare the paperwork, coordinate inspections if needed, and follow up directly with state agencies to ensure nothing falls through the cracks. Some bonded title processes can take several weeks, depending on your location.
You’ll receive regular updates from our in-house team, not a call center.
Does a new owner of a used car in California need to get the car smog checked again before registering the vehicle?
Yes. California requires a smog inspection when transferring ownership of most gas-powered vehicles that are more than four model years old. A certificate must be issued within 90 days before registration, and the buyer is ultimately responsible if the seller fails to provide it.
How to register a car without a title
If you have no title, you may still be able to register your RV or camper using a bonded title. This process involves purchasing a surety bond valued at 1.5 times the vehicle’s market value and submitting proof of ownership to your state’s DMV.
Ride Legal handles every step for you—from document preparation to bond purchase and inspection coordination.
Step 5: Receive Your New Title and Plates
Once approved, we’ll ship your completed title and license plates directly to your door. Montana registrations are typically fulfilled within 3–6 weeks, depending on processing times and document quality.
Whether your RV stays in storage or hits the road, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your paperwork is clean and compliant.
Why Ride Legal?
We built Ride Legal for clients who don’t want to wrestle with state forms, unpredictable timelines, or DMV lineups.
We work with:
- RVers who inherited or bought vehicles with missing or incorrect titles
- DIY restorers trying to register shell projects
- Buyers who were misled by private sellers
- Owners trying to make unique, custom, or vintage campers street-legal
When others say “that’s not possible,” we find a way.
Ready to Make Your RV or Camper Road-Ready?
Don’t let an unsigned title, missing paperwork, or an unresponsive seller stop you. Ride Legal is your full-service concierge for solving vehicle registration problems, especially for RVs and campers that don’t fit the DMV mold.
We offer:
- Dedicated support and expert review
- A proven process to get you titled and registered
- Flexible paths including bonded titles, Montana LLC registration, and more
→ Get started today to solve your title problems and get your RV on the road—compliant and stress-free.
