05-07-2015, 07:25 PM
I take cash but am not concerned about counterfeiting because I verify transfer and ID at the DMV. I state in my Craigslist ad that we must go to the DMV office (which is less than four mostly-country miles away) to complete the transaction to make certain the vehicle is transferred because if the transfer does not take place I am responsible should the vehicle be in an accident. Some people will wait to transfer as long as possible to avoid the excise (sales) tax. I would also be responsible for any fines due to failure to get license plates when next due. We exchange cash at the DMV.