Would you buy a house with no deed? The bottom line is, if you paid for it you need the highest level of document available! If you intend to spend your money on upgrades, make sure it's completely yours. If that car ever had a title, you want it to be in your possession when you open your wallet. If it was a professionally built race car (dragster,pro stock, panel car, body in white, etc) the bill of sale with ID number would be the highest level of document. I had a buddy call me about a Corvette he had found. He knew that I wanted one for my next build. It can be seen here on CR under my photos. I was a little nervous about a Corvette (chop shops, modifications, chassis swaps, documents etc.) and he had a title. I had him meet me at the State Motor Vehicle Admin., and when the car was cleared (theft) and the title was placed in my name I paid the man in cash and recieved a receipt from him. I still was a little nervous untill I pulled the body off the frame, and located the ID number stamped in the frame where it was supposed to be and matched my title to the letter! Then I started to spend my time and more money! Whoever has the title can and will come and get your car with your upgrades! Make it a clean deal, then go and enjoy yourself. Don't worry if the other guy has a title or not, make sure your stuff is right! Wade
