A Car In Pennsylvania Sales Tax — Buying

: Leased vehicles are subject to a 3% motor vehicle lease tax in addition to the standard state and local sales taxes on monthly payments. Out-of-State Buyers and Sellers Motor Vehicle Understated Value Program

: If you buy a used car privately for significantly less than its fair market value, the PA Department of Revenue may review the deal and assess tax based on the vehicle's actual market value . buying a car in pennsylvania sales tax

: Pennsylvania allows a sales tax credit for trade-ins. Tax is only calculated on the "net price"—the difference between the new car's price and your trade-in's value—provided the trade-in is part of the same dealer transaction. : Leased vehicles are subject to a 3%