What to Keep in Mind
1. You need to complete the legal transfer
Ownership must be in your name before you can re-list or resell the plate. Until then, you can’t claim resale rights, even if the physical plate is in hand.
2. Some plates can’t be transferred
A small number of plates (e.g. promo giveaways or government-allocated plates) may have restrictions. These will be flagged during the transfer process, and we don’t allow them to be listed on Marketplates.
3. Holding is common
Many buyers choose to store plates through their state authority, especially if they’re waiting for the right time to sell. Storage keeps the plate legally yours, even if you’re not using it yet.
Thinking About Reselling?
You’re in the right place. Marketplates is designed to support both first-time and experienced sellers. We make it easy to list again, and we offer exclusive benefits for repeat sellers who’ve completed a verified sale through the platform.
CTA: Create a free account and complete your first sale to unlock early-access listing features and future fee incentives, log in.
Not Sure What Your Plate Could Be Worth?
We’re working on valuation tools and resale trend data to help sellers make smarter pricing decisions. In the meantime, explore similar listings or reach out to our Pit Crew if you need support.
Need pricing help?
Tell us your plate and state, and we’ll point you to comps and transfer settings. Contact the Pit Crew.
