You will need to visit your local Tennessee County Clerk’s Office with the following paperwork:

• Bill of Sale: Optional, but helpful as supporting proof of the transaction.
• Certificate of Title: Required for a used vehicle.
• Copy of Current Registration: Required if transferring your license plate.
• Odometer Disclosure Statement: Required if applicable.
• Proof of Identification and Proof of Residency

Out-of-State Purchase

• Most Current Out-of-State Registration
• Out-of-State Title: Required if there is no lienholder.

Notes

• For a new vehicle, Tennessee requires the Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin and the new vehicle invoice.

Source: Tennessee Department of Revenue (Titling a Vehicle — Current Residents), Tennessee Department of Revenue (Titling a Vehicle — New Residents or Those Relocating to Tennessee)

There is no general requirement to register a firearm after purchase in Tennessee.