sales tax
It depends upon how long you have owned the vehicle before you become a Texas resident, but if you do get charged Texas sales tax it will be 6.25%, less the amount that you have already paid to your previous state. I know that there is a point in time that they do not charge the sales tax, but I am not sure just how long that is. But I do know how to find out. If you call the folks below, they will be happy to help you, and if you plan to be an Escapee, they can ever tell you exactly what it will cost to register your vehicle.
For Tax Billing Information and Auto Registration:
Tax Assessor’s Office
416 N. Washington
Livingston, TX. 77351
936-327-6801