If you’re going to buy a Ferrari, Lamborghini, or some other exotic vehicle, you can buy the car or truck of your dreams with a Montana LLC and not pay sales tax. That’s potentially tens of thousands of dollars in savings.
How can you cash in on the savings? You sign up for our Montana LLC vehicle registration service. It’s not the only way, but it is the most reliable, straightforward, and affordable route. We are a one-stop shop for forming your LLC, serving as your registered agent, and handling the registration process.
How do I register An Exotic Vehicle in Montana as a Non Resident?
Here’s our step by step process to purchase a Maserati, Lamborghini, or any expensive vehicle without paying sales tax to Montana:
- Sign up for our Montana LLC vehicle registration service. Our LLC vehicle registration service covers everything you’ll need, no upsells or surprise add-ons at checkout.
- You purchase your pickup or car under your LLC. The LLC we form for you is a legal resident of Montana, so the LLC can own a vehicle. What you’ll do then is purchase your vehicle and list your new Montana LLC as the owner of the vehicle, NOT your human name.
- Send us the titling paperwork. From there, you can send us the titling paperwork for your car or pickup (or have your dealer send it) along with your inspection sheet. instructions for Montana Registration and Title Processing. Want a more in-depth look at our proven process? Check out our step-by-step instructions for Montana registration and titling.
- We register your vehicle in Montana. We’ll register your vehicle with the MVD.
- We send you your Montana registration documents. Once we receive your plates and registration from the state (typically 8-12 weeks), we will overnight these to you. Please note that the state sends us your title separate from your plates and registration (roughly 40 days later). Once we receive your title, we upload it into your online account and send you the physical copy via USPS Ground Advantage™ within 10 business days (tracking number included).
This is by far the easiest and most affordable way to register your out-of-state vehicle in Montana. With us, you’re getting a one-stop shop for LLC formation, Montana titling and registration service, and affordable local registered agent service.
* Montana applies a luxury tax on certain vehicles based on their value at the time of registration. For “light vehicles” with an original MSRP at or above $150,000, the luxury tax is $825. These fees only apply to vehicles less than 11 years old.
How the Montana LLC Exotic Vehicle Registration Works
What we do is help you form a Montana LLC and maintain it, making the Montana LLC a resident of Montana, not you personally. The title of your Bentley, Ferrari, Maserati, or any high-end vehicle will be under the name of your Montana LLC. You control the LLC, but you personally do not own the vehicle.
From there, we handle registering your vehicle with the DMV and making sure you get all of your registration paperwork. It’s as simple as that!
How Much Does It Cost to Register an Exotic Vehicle In Montana
We can help you make it happen from start to finish—with a total price of $1,049.
When you hire us, we’ll form your Montana LLC and register the vehicle with a Flathead County address. That’s important because Flathead County does not have an excise tax on titled property. With our service, we provide you the office address, registered agent, and act as a liaison with the state to register your vehicle and your LLC. Your Montana LLC will be registered at our address, and your vehicle will be registered to our address.
Why Choose Us?
Our full-service Montana LLC vehicle registration covers everything you’ll need to legally register a exotic car in Montana and purchase your vehicle sales tax-free in your home state! For just $1,049 total, our service includes:
- Same-day anonymous LLC formation
- Initial DMV registration fees
- A year of registered agent service
- Shipping your license plates, title, and registration
- A dedicated online account
- A Montana business address
Ready to buy your exotic car and save a ton of money in the process? Sign up today!
Montana Exotic Car Registration FAQs
How Much Can you Save on Sales Tax with a Montana LLC?
If you’re buying an exotic vehicle, you could save tens of thousands of dollars in sales tax! Take a look for yourself:
| Vehicle Type | Typical Cost | Sales Tax Savings(8%) |
|---|---|---|
| Ferrari | $188,425 | $15,074 |
| Lamborghini | $199,800 | $15,984 |
| Tesla Model S | $69,900 | $5,592 |
| Bentley | $201,000 | $16,080 |
| Bugatti Veyron | $1.7 mil | $136,000 |
| Aston Martin Vanquish | $429,000 | $34,320 |
– Starting July 1, 2023, a new Electric Tax of $70-$1,100 is being added by the State Legislature for Electric Vehicles and Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles. The tax amount is based on the type of vehicle (electric or plug-in) as well as the vehicle weight (divided into 4 “classes” of vehicle based on gross weight).
– An $825 luxury tax is charged by the state on vehicles with an original MSRP at or above $150,000.
Will I have to pay the Montana Luxury Tax?
If you’re buying a high-priced exotic car, the answer is most likely yes. Montana imposes an $825 luxury tax on light vehicles with an original MSRP equal to or greater than $150,000. For RVs with an original MSRP equal to or greater than $300,000, the luxury tax is $800.
These fees only apply to vehicles 11 years old or newer. At the end of the day, paying about $800 per year is significantly more cost-effective than paying tens of thousands upfront in your home state’s sales tax.
What Are The Benefits of Using a Montana LLC to Own an Exotic Car?
In addition to sales tax and property tax-free vehicle registration, You get several benefits by using a Montana LLC to own your car or pickup:
- No sales tax or property tax. Montana does not impose sales tax or personal property tax.
- No emissions test or vehicle inspection. Montana doesn’t mandate these inspections, so when you register with Montana, you don’t have to worry about the extra cost and inconvenience.
- No trip to the DMV. We handle the mundane stuff for you.
- Permanent plates. If your car is 11 years or older—or as soon as it reaches that age—you’re eligible to pay for permanent plates. That means that you pay a one-time fee and never have to worry about annual registration or the luxury tax again.
- Privacy protection. Your LLC is the owner, and our address is on record. Your name and address stay off Montana Secretary of State and DMV records.
- Asset protection. Your vehicle is an asset owned by your LLC. That makes the LLC legally liable for your vehicle, not you.
- Low-Cost Ownership Transfer. You can transfer the ownership of the LLC with the Montana Secretary of State for $20 if you ever want to sell the vehicle, and the people you sell the vehicle to have a pre-licensed vehicle.
How Long Will it Take to Register My Vehicle in Montana?
Times can vary from 8-12 weeks depending on the state’s workload. If you hire us to handle things for you, we offer same-day LLC formation and DMV registration in order to expedite the process as much as possible. So if you purchase your MT vehicle as soon as your MT LLC is formed and overnight us the title work, you can have Montana plates as quickly as possible.
In a hurry to get on the road? We’ve got you covered. For an additional $75, we’ll get you temporary plates in as little as 10 business days.
How Much Does It Cost to Maintain Exotic Car Registration in Montana?
Aside from annual DMV registration fees and the annual luxury tax (until the vehicle is 11 years old), your cost will be associated with maintaining your LLC:
- Annual Report Fee. Keep your Montana motorcycle LLC current by submitting an annual report to the Montana Secretary of State. Our annual report filing service keeps your LLC compliant for $70 a year, which includes the state’s fee.
- Registered Agent Fee. Maintain a registered agent in the state of Montana to make sure your LLC remains compliant. When you hire us to form your Montana motorcycle or ATV LLC, we include our registered agent service for one year. To keep us as your registered agent, we charge only $49 a year.
How do I have you take care of my Montana Exotic Vehicle registration renewal?
Eligible new vehicles signups are auto-enrolled for Montana vehicle registration renewal! First, we form your LLC, provide you registered agent service, and handle your initial registration. After that, our team of local experts stay on top of your everything to make sure your LLC remains in compliance with the state and your vehicle is renewed on time. The best part? You don’t have to worry about a thing—we handle it all and mail you your new tabs (and plates if necessary) when your renewal process is complete!
This service does not include vehicles with perm plates, and it does not include any type of trailers, motorcycles, side-by-sides, scooters, boats, snow mobiles, and jet skis.
How do I register a vehicle with a Montana LLC if I have a lien?
If you currently have a lien or may have a lien in the future, this process is a little more complicated. In some cases, this process cannot be completed if you have a lien. For more information regarding registration with a lien, please contact us.
Can I register more vehicles under my Montana LLC after signing up?
Yes, you can easily register more vehicles under your Montana LLC. Here’s how:
- Log in to your client portal.
- Select “Vehicle Registrations” from the menu.
- Select “+ Vehicle” at the top right corner of the page.
- Follow the instructions to place your vehicle registration order in just a few minutes!
Registering your first vehicle? If you’re already a client and looking to register a vehicle under an existing LLC we’ve formed for you, you can follow the same steps above to register your first Montana LLC-owned vehicle!
Can I register an imported vehicle under a Montana LLC?
Import vehicles have a very different set of requirements. If you have an imported vehicle that you’re looking to have us register under a Montana LLC, please contact us.
Why is Our Montana Vehicle LLC Different?
We understand Montana LLC formations and vehicle registrations through and through. We ARE the leader in Montana LLC formations. We file more LLCs in Montana than any other law firm or national incorporation website. Why? We provide more initial tools, great documents, and ongoing compliance tools for Montana businesses.
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