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Donating your vehicle to Goodwill Car Donations is a generous way to support your community. Signing your Connecticut title correctly ensures the donation goes through without any problems. This guide makes the title process quick, clear, and easy to follow. Whether you’re the sole owner or sharing the title with someone else, you’ll find exactly what to do based on how the names are listed.
You’ll learn where to print and sign your name on the back of the title, what kind of pen to use, and what to avoid, like crossing out text or damaging the document. To make things even simpler, we’ve included images of real Connecticut titles with clear labels showing where to sign. You’ll also get tips on how to handle titles with multiple owners, plus details on what to do if the vehicle’s owner is deceased or you’re signing with power of attorney.
Still unsure? You can always call one of our Title Clerks for help. And if something about the title is unclear, we include DMV links and contact information to help you move forward without delay. Everything you need is right here.
The person (or persons)* listed on the front of the title must follow these steps, unless otherwise noted:
- Print your name (or names)* on the back of the title where it says, “Seller’s Printed Name”.
- Sign your name (or names)* on the back of the title where it says, “Seller’s Signature”.
To help with your donation, we have showcased the various Connecticut vehicle titles below as well as annotated on each title where to print and sign your name. To enlarge an image, simply click on the image. Questions? Give one of our friendly Title Clerks a call at (866) 233-8586.
Note: Actual title designs may vary slightly from the images shown above.
Official Connecticut Government Links & Contact Info
Here you will find helpful links and contact info to make transferring your Connecticut vehicle title easy. Use these tools to get forms, answers, and office details.
- County Title Offices
- Obtain Vehicle Specific Information
- Unclaimed/Abandoned Vehicles
- Vehicle Title FAQs
- Vehicle Title Forms
Contact the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles:
860-263-5700 (within Hartford area or outside of Connecticut)
800-842-8222 (elsewhere in Connecticut)
Contact the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles – Title Division: 860-263-5725
Connecticut Vehicle Titles: How To For Multiple Owners
If there is more than one owner listed on the title, one or both must sign it depending on how the names appear. See the chart below for details.
Remember, the name used to sign the title must match the name shown on the title exactly. Therefore, always remember to print/sign your name exactly as it is shown on the title.
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John Doe OR Jane Doe |
If “OR” is present between the names, only one of the owners must sign the title. |
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John Doe AND/OR Jane Doe |
If “AND/OR” is present between the names, both owners must sign the title. |
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John Doe AND Jane Doe |
If “AND” is present between the names, both owners must sign the title. |
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John Doe Jane Doe |
If there is nothing present between the names, both owners must sign the title. |
Please take note to adhere to the instructions below so as not to void your title.
- Do not use markers or pencils. Only blue or black pen are allowed.
- Do not cross out or strikethrough any text or writing.
- Do not use white-out or similar substances.
- Do not rip, tear, or tape the title.
- Do not doodle on the title.
Still have questions? Feel free to give us a call at (866) 233-8586.
Last Updated: August 25th, 2025