You can transfer used cars with a residence permit. According to the Regulations on Motor Vehicle Registration, the foreign household registration, the local application for vehicle transfer, the ID card when handling the transfer procedures, and the local residence permit of the parties are all originals.
Residence permit is an attempt made by some developed cities in China to learn from the green card system of developed countries, which has accumulated experience for China to formulate skilled migration measures and eventually form the national green card system of China. Holders of residence permits can enjoy the treatment of local residents.