I bought a trailer in Ohio, well the guy said the trailer didn't have a title and I didn't need one.  It is a 2 horse gooseneck.  He figured it was not over 2500 pounds.  Well, needless to say...it is over 5000 pounds (yes I was a sucker!)

Anyhow I get it weighed, have the bill of sale, and get told I have to have the "original" title to the trailer.  I track down the original owner and she is a B with an "itch" and won't send me the title. 

So how the heck am I supposed to get this thing titled so I can use it?????

Won't be getting my money back.  Was told on phone I bought the trailer "as is" meaning..with or without a title.  In Ohio trailer didn't need to be titled so not "his" problem.

I called the woman and she is a pain.  Told me if I called again I could be accused of harassment.  She said she would send it to the guy she sold it to when she "had time". she said she wouldn't send it to me because I didn't buy the trailer from her. 

Very very difficult woman to deal with. 

I went into the Sec of States office and was told I  "HAD" to have the title before I could get the trailer in my name.  I told them the lady was being uncooperative and all the woman at the window did was shrug her shoulders. 

I am about to sell the thing for scrap steel at this point and cut a couple thousand dollar loss.  Not worth the headache!!!  Unless someone in another state that doesn't require titling on horse trailers wants to buy it for $1500...lol..

Good points from other posters. I'd also check with the state to make sure the trailer isn't stolen. Seems fishy you can't get a title. If it is stolen, you are probably out the money too. You'll need the VIN number from the trailer. Another solution after you find out the trailer isn't stolen is try to title it as a homemade trailer. I wish you luck. :)

This may apply.....  http://www.mich.gov/sos/0,1607,7-127-24451-29806--F,00.html

Number 3 would be the easiset.

I would forget trying to get a title from the old owner.  I would have the trailer weighed and with the receipt proceed to the nearest Sec. of State.  I am sure they will give you a title.

It cost me $110.00 for mine.  I have a small bumper pull, but I received the title, and plate.  It will cost you about $200.00 (they go by weight).  Good Luck.

Hi there -

I just plated a trailer in Michigan without a VIN/serial number or title paperwork.  Here is what I needed: a signed bill of sale with a description of the trailer, sale amount, signature and address of both buyer and seller AND a certified weight slip.  Since your trailer is over 2499 pounds, the permanent plate fee is $200.  I don't know if you have to pay 6% sales tax since you purchased outside of Michigan.  We went to the Secretary of State in Wixom, MI.  Hope that helps.