Vehicle price plus $180 doc fee. No Iowa tax. Free title transfer. We handle the paperwork so you do not have to.
What Out-of-State Buyers Pay at Jensen Ford
Vehicle PriceAs listed
Doc Fee$180
Iowa Sales Tax$0
Title Transfer Fee$0 (Jensen covers it)
Additional Dealer Fees$0
You handle sales tax, title, and registration at your home-state DMV after the purchase. Jensen Ford does not collect tax on behalf of other states.
Why Buy From a Dealership in Iowa?
Iowa dealerships are known for competitive pricing and straightforward business practices. Jensen Ford has been family-owned since 1967 — 59 years of fair dealing in Marshalltown. Our overhead is lower than metro dealers, and we pass those savings directly to our customers.
Many out-of-state buyers find that even after transport costs, they save thousands compared to their local dealer. Our online pricing includes all discounts and rebates — the price you see is the price you pay, plus the $180 doc fee.
✓No Iowa tax for out-of-state buyers
✓Free out-of-state title transfer — included in our $180 doc fee
✓Temporary transit plate included for the drive home
✓Remote financing and credit application available
✓One hour from Des Moines International Airport
✓Vehicle transport arranged to any state
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy a car from Jensen Ford if I live out of state?
Yes. Jensen Ford sells vehicles to customers in all 50 states. We handle the out-of-state title transfer paperwork as part of our standard $180 document fee. There are no additional charges for out-of-state purchases.
Do I pay Iowa sales tax on an out-of-state purchase?
No. Out-of-state buyers do not pay Iowa sales tax at Jensen Ford. You pay sales tax and registration fees in your home state when you title and register the vehicle at your local DMV.
What do I pay at Jensen Ford for an out-of-state purchase?
You pay the vehicle price plus a $180 document fee. That is it. No Iowa tax, no Iowa registration, and no additional title transfer fee. Jensen Ford covers the cost of the out-of-state title transfer.
How does the title transfer work for out-of-state buyers?
Jensen Ford processes the title paperwork and sends it to your home state DMV. Once your state receives the title, they will notify you to complete registration. The timeline depends on your state but typically takes two to four weeks.
Can I drive the vehicle home on a temporary plate?
Yes. Jensen Ford will issue a temporary transit plate that allows you to legally drive the vehicle home. The temporary plate is valid for the time needed to register in your home state. We include this as part of our standard process.
Does Jensen Ford deliver vehicles out of state?
Yes. We can arrange vehicle transport to your location anywhere in the United States. Transport costs vary by distance. Contact us for a shipping quote. Many customers also choose to fly into Des Moines and drive the vehicle home — Marshalltown is about an hour from the Des Moines airport.
Can I finance through Jensen Ford if I live out of state?
Yes. Our finance team works with lenders that handle out-of-state transactions. You can complete the entire purchase remotely — credit application, trade-in valuation, and financing — before you arrive to pick up the vehicle.
What about my trade-in on an out-of-state deal?
Jensen Ford accepts trade-ins from out-of-state customers. We can provide a preliminary trade-in value over the phone or through our website. The final value is confirmed when we inspect the vehicle in person. Your trade-in reduces the purchase price.