Sydney’s Deceased Vehicle Dilemma: Funera’s 8-Step Solution

Sydney's Deceased Vehicle Dilemma: Funera Sydney's 8-Step Roadmap

Dealing with a deceased loved one's vehicle presents challenges. Funera Sydney eases the burden with an 8-step guide to navigate this process.

1. Ownership Clarification: Identify the executor or estate administrator responsible for the vehicle, considering joint ownership if applicable.
2. Distribution Decision: Decide whether to transfer the vehicle to a beneficiary, sell it, or distribute cash proceeds among estate beneficiaries.
3. Vehicle Maintenance Check: Assess the need for maintenance before selling or transferring the vehicle for optimal valuation.
4. Insurance and Registration Management: Continue insurance coverage until the vehicle is sold or transferred. Ensure registration is updated and toll accounts settled.
5. Valuation and Selling Process: Obtain three valuations for tax and probate applications. If selling is necessary, initiate the process.
6. Registration Transfer Process: If registered, transfer ownership or cancel registration through the relevant road authority. For unregistered vehicles, register them to a new owner.
7. Licence Cancellation Procedure: Notify the roads department of the deceased's status, cancel licenses, and return plates following state-specific procedures.
8. Road Toll Account Closure: Close toll road accounts at a transport service centre, settling outstanding fees. Refunds, if applicable, are typically processed within six to eight weeks.

Funera Sydney empathetically supports families in managing a deceased person's vehicle. Contact us at Funera's website or via our helpline: Sydney Main: 1300 659 833, Sydney: (02) 9954 6655, Newcastle: (02) 4955 1110, Wollongong: (02) 4243 8755.