Buying a New Car Tag in Florida: Dealer Charges & Fees

[leroyjenkens]

The dealer where I bought my car is charging me 370 dollars to get my new tag for my new car. How much of that money is going towards the actual tag and how much are they taking out? I live in Florida. I tried looking on the DMV website and that's pointless. I saw no information that will help me. Then I called, but they want me to wait half an hour to talk to somebody. Anyone else experience buying a new car from a dealership and then they want you to pay them 20395 dollars for a tag?

 

[Drakkith]

What tag are you referring to?

 

[turbo]

I have no idea what kind of system Florida has going. In Maine, you pay your sales tax to the dealership, who hands it into the state. You also pay a title application fee. Then the dealership issues you a temporary (cardboard) tag that can buy you maybe a couple of weeks before you have to get new tags (plates) from your municipality. They charge you a registration fee (flat-rate) and excise tax which is based on the value of your new ride.

 

[dlgoff]

Call your County Treasurer. Here in Kansas, tags are issued by the County who needs proof of insurance and how much you paid for the auto (This determines amount owed).

 

[LudusRex]

As a scientist, my expertise lies in research and analysis of data. While I am not familiar with the specific details of car buying and tag fees in Florida, I can offer some suggestions for finding accurate information.

Firstly, it is important to understand that car dealerships are private businesses and have the right to charge fees for their services. However, these fees should be clearly stated and transparent to the consumer. It is possible that the $370 fee for a new tag includes both the cost of the tag itself and processing fees charged by the dealership. It is also possible that the dealership is marking up the cost of the tag for their own profit.

To get a better understanding of the breakdown of this fee, I recommend contacting the dealership directly and asking for a detailed explanation of the charges. You can also ask for a breakdown of the fees in writing, which can be helpful for comparison with other dealerships.

Additionally, you can reach out to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) for more information on tag fees. They have a customer service line that you can call and they may be able to provide more specific information on the cost of tags in Florida.

In conclusion, it is always important to do your own research and ask questions when making a significant purchase, such as buying a new car. While it may be frustrating to wait on hold or navigate through websites, it is important to gather accurate information before making a decision.