Yes - sales tax does include cars, boats, etc. You definatly pay for it.
Standard deductions are listed here:
Single: $5,350
Head of Household: $7,850
Married Filing Joint: $10,700
Married Filing Separately: $5,350
Qualifying Widow/Widower: $10,700
Dependent: $850-$5,350*
Additional Amount if Blind: $1,050
Additional Amount if age 65 or older: $1,050



