Immediate Family and Gifted Vehicles: If a motor vehicle was sold to an immediate family member, that vehicle will be eligible for sales tax exemption.
Make sure the person(s) that is selling the vehicle is the name(s) on the front of the title. Sales tax will be collected at the time the vehicle is registered. Odometers are required for any vehicle 2011 or newer. To Obtain a Tennessee Title: If a vehicle was purchased through an individual, the purchaser must have the properly filled out title in their possession.