Real West Virginia deals, worked out
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1Charleston: new car with a trade-in
A buyer pays $32,000 and trades in a West Virginia-titled car worth $8,000. Tax is 6% of $24,000.
| Vehicle price | $32,000.00 |
| Sales tax (6%) on $24,000.00 | $1,440.00 |
| Title fee | $15.00 |
| Registration (Class A) | $51.50 |
| Out-the-door | $33,506.50 |
| Due after the $8,000 trade-in | $25,506.50 |
2New electric car
A buyer pays $40,000 for an electric car. Registration is $251.50 a year with the EV fee.
| Vehicle price | $40,000.00 |
| Sales tax (6%) on $40,000.00 | $2,400.00 |
| Title fee | $15.00 |
| Registration (Class A) | $51.50 |
| Alternative fuel (electric vehicle) | $200.00 |
| Out-the-door | $42,666.50 |
How the tax is figured
The rate has been 6% of the sales price since July 1, 2017. The DMV's title application allows credit only for a trade-in titled in West Virginia, along with the tax paid on it.
West Virginia car tax at common prices
What a new gas car bought from a dealer comes to at four prices. The trade-in column shows how much a $10,000 trade-in changes the tax under West Virginia's rules.
| Price | Tax | Tax with $10,000 trade-in | Taxes + fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15,000 | $900.00 | $300.00 | $966.50 |
| $25,000 | $1,500.00 | $900.00 | $1,566.50 |
| $35,000 | $2,100.00 | $1,500.00 | $2,166.50 |
| $50,000 | $3,000.00 | $2,400.00 | $3,066.50 |
Title, registration and EV fee
The DMV's titling manual lists a $15 title fee and $51.50 for basic Class A registration. Under W. Va. Code 17A-10-3c, a car that runs only on electricity pays $200 a year more, bringing the yearly total to $251.50.
West Virginia taxes and fees at a glance
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| Item (charleston: new car with a trade-in) | Status | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sales tax (6%) | Official | $1,440.00 |
| Title fee | Official | $15.00 |
| Registration (Class A) (yearly) | Official | $51.50 |
| Total taxes and fees | $1,506.50 |
West Virginia car tax FAQ
What is the car sales tax in West Virginia?
6% of the price after a West Virginia-titled trade-in.
How much is West Virginia car registration?
$51.50 a year for Class A, plus $200 for electric cars.
How much is a West Virginia title?
$15.
Sources
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