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To prove your vehicle’s eligibility for the tax credit, you will need the following documents and information:
- Time-of-Sale Report: The seller must provide you with a time-of-sale report along with the IRS confirmation that they submitted the report through IRS ECO. This document includes:
- Proof of purchase eligibility for the credit.
- The amount of credit available for the specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
- Confirmation that the credit was transferred to the dealer (if applicable).
- Confirmation of Vehicle Information: Ensure the report includes:
- Name and taxpayer identification number (TIN) of the seller.
- Your name and TIN.
- Date of sale and sales price.
- Verification of the maximum tax credit the vehicle is eligible for.
- The VIN.
- The vehicle’s battery capacity.
- Verification that you are the original user of the vehicle.
- A statement of declaration from the seller under penalty of perjury.
- Form 8936: You must file Form 8936 with your tax return for the year you acquired the vehicle. This form is used to figure your credit for clean vehicles.
- Proof of Income Eligibility: Ensure you meet the Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) requirements for the tax credit. This is particularly relevant if you elect to transfer the credit to the dealer for a discount.
- Personal Use Declaration: Confirm that the vehicle will be primarily for personal use if claiming the credit.
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