Tell us what you have
Call, text, or send the short form. A photo of your paperwork is usually enough for us to know what is needed.
Lien Sale Processing
California Vehicle Lien Sale Processing
If a vehicle has been left with your business and the bill has not been paid, a lien sale is the process that resolves it. We prepare and process the paperwork for eligible businesses and parties.
- Licensed by the California DMV · OL #82554
- BBB accredited business
- Se habla español
Repair shops, tow yards and storage lots: call us with the vehicle details to start.
VYN is a private registration service, not a DMV office. We are licensed by the California DMV as a registration service (Occupational License #82554) and we do the paperwork for you. Government fees are set by the DMV and are separate from our service fee.
What we can help with
A lien sale runs on notices, timing and exact paperwork. Getting any of the three wrong restarts it.
- Vehicle information review
- Lien sale documentation
- Owner and interested-party information
- Notice preparation
- Registration paperwork
- Title-related documentation
- Processing assistance
How it works
We check the record
We look at what the DMV is asking for on your vehicle and tell you exactly which documents to bring.
We process the filing
We prepare the documentation and handle the processing so the lien sale is on record correctly.
What to bring
- The vehicle information, including the VIN
- Your invoices or the documents showing the debt
- Any owner or interested-party information you hold
- Your business details
Not sure?
Eligibility depends on the vehicle, the amount owed and how long it has been held. Call us with the details before you start the clock.
Fees and requirements vary. Eligibility, government fees and processing time depend on the vehicle record and the transaction. We confirm your exact situation before anything is filed.
What it costs
Two separate numbers, and we never blend them into one.
Our service fee
What VYN charges to handle the transaction for you. We quote it before anything is filed, so you always know it up front. Call and we will give you the number in a minute — free, no obligation.
DMV fees
Set by the state, not by us. They depend on your vehicle and on the transaction, and they are paid to the DMV. We show you the exact amount, always separate from our fee.
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DMV-Licensed Registration Service · OL #82554
CA Insurance License #6017249
3411 Tweedy Blvd Ste E, South Gate, CA 90280
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Questions people ask
Who can start a lien sale?
It is for businesses and parties with a valid lien on a vehicle, such as a repair shop, tow operator or storage facility. We confirm eligibility before anything is filed.
How long does the process take?
It runs on statutory notice periods, so it is not a same-day transaction. We will tell you the realistic timeline for your vehicle when we review it.
Where are you located?
3411 Tweedy Blvd Ste E, South Gate, CA 90280. We are open Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Are DMV fees included in your service fee?
No. Government fees are set by the DMV and are always separate from our service fee. They depend on your vehicle and the transaction.
Are you a DMV office?
No. We are a privately owned business licensed by the California DMV as a registration service, Occupational License #82554. We are not a branch of the DMV.
Other things we handle
Where to find us
- Address
- 3411 Tweedy Blvd Ste E
South Gate, CA 90280
Get directions - Hours
- Mon–Sat · 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Phone
- (323) 484-0354
Who we serve
South Gate, Lynwood, Huntington Park, Downey, Cudahy, Bell, Bell Gardens, Maywood, Paramount and Compton — plus the rest of Los Angeles County.
Vehicle left on your lot?
Call with the VIN and the amount owed and we will tell you whether a lien sale applies. We are at 3411 Tweedy Blvd Ste E, South Gate.