Quick answer: the same small estate affidavit that reaches bank accounts and securities also explicitly covers vehicle titles — present it directly to Driver and Vehicle Services, no separate DMV form required.
One affidavit does double duty
Where it's presented
The completed affidavit goes directly to Driver and Vehicle Services (part of the Department of Public Safety), the same agency that processes ordinary title transfers — not to a probate court.
Still counts toward the $75,000 cap
A vehicle is personal property like any other asset under this framework — its value counts toward the same $75,000 threshold as bank accounts, securities, and everything else covered by the affidavit.
If the estate needs full probate anyway
When the estate exceeds the small estate threshold or otherwise requires probate, the personal representative transfers the vehicle using letters testamentary or letters of general administration as proof of authority, rather than the affidavit.
A local probate attorney can review your estate — many offer a free consultation.
Driver and Vehicle Services processes these transfers statewide — Hennepin, Ramsey, Dakota, Anoka County, and everywhere else follow the same rules regardless of office location.