This blank truck bill of sale template for Colorado contains the following sections:
Seller Info
Name, address, phone, email
Buyer Info
Name, address, phone, email
Vehicle Details
Year, make, model, color, body
VIN & Odometer
17-digit VIN, current mileage
Sale Terms
Price, payment method, date
Disclosures
As-is status, known defects
Signatures
Buyer/seller lines with date
Notarization
Notary block if state requires
How to Fill Out This Template
1Print the blank template on US Letter paper
2Enter the truck details exactly as they appear on the title
3Record the odometer reading at the time of sale
4Agree on the sale price and fill in the payment terms
5Both parties sign and date in the presence of each other
6File the completed form with your local Colorado DMV within the required timeframe
Tip: Our online generator pre-fills Colorado-specific requirements so you don’t miss any required fields.
As-is sale — What You Need to Know
The vehicle is sold in its current condition with no warranty from the seller. The buyer accepts all risk of defects known or unknown at the time of sale.
Seller guidance
Include explicit "as-is" language in the bill of sale. Under UCC § 2-316(3)(a), writing "as-is" or "with all faults" in the contract effectively disclaims all implied warranties, including the implied warranty of merchantability under UCC § 2-314. Still disclose known material defects — concealing known defects can constitute fraud even in an as-is sale.
Buyer guidance
An as-is sale gives you no recourse for undisclosed defects after closing. Order a pre-purchase inspection from a licensed mechanic before agreeing to price. Review any known issue list the seller provides and get it in writing.
Legal note (Colorado-specific)
Colorado allows private party as-is sales. The Colorado Consumer Protection Act (CRS 6-1-101) prohibits deceptive trade practices regardless of as-is language. Colorado does not require a state safety inspection for private sales, but emissions testing is required in the Denver metro area. Include explicit as-is language in the bill of sale.
As-is sale checklist
Include "sold as-is, with all faults" language conspicuously in the bill of sale
Attach a written list of known defects signed by the seller
Complete a pre-purchase inspection before finalizing price
Confirm odometer reading is accurate and document it
Buyer signs acknowledgment of as-is condition
Include explicit as-is language conspicuously in the bill of sale
Disclose all known material defects in writing
Verify if emissions testing applies in the buyer's county (Denver metro area)
Truck Safety & Recall Information
Data sourced from NHTSA safety ratings and recall databases
Average Safety Rating
4 / 5
Avg. Price Range
$8,000–$55,000
Odometer Disclosure
Required
Safety checkpoints for truck buyers
Inspect frame for rust — trucks used in salt-belt states often have hidden corrosion
Check 4WD/AWD transfer case engagement and operation
Verify towing package wiring and hitch receiver condition
Test tailgate mechanism and bed liner condition
Confirm trailer brake controller integration if equipped
Verify backup camera and parking sensors function correctly
Test tow/haul mode and check transmission cooler condition
Inspect cab corners and rocker panels for hidden rust
Common recall categories
Power TrainFuel SystemSteeringStructureElectrical
On average, each truck model has approximately 3.8 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov/recalls before completing a sale.
Colorado Tax & Fee Summary
State Sales Tax Rate
2.9%
Title Transfer Fee
$7
Private Party Exempt
No
2.9% state plus county/city taxes (total 3–10%)
Sales tax applies; ownership tax also assessed based on vehicle age
Colorado state rate 2.9% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
Notarization: NOT REQUIRED
Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Fountain Transfer Checklist
Complete a title transfer at your local Colorado title office within the required timeframe
Sales tax applies; ownership tax also assessed based on vehicle age
Both buyer and seller should retain a signed copy of the bill of sale
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and proof of insurance
Before signing your as-is sale bill of sale in Fountain, run a NHTSA recall check on the specific year and model. Recent-model trucks with the most open recalls:
Model + year
NHTSA recalls
Top categories
2019 Ram 1500
29
Air Bags, Electrical System, Steering
2021 Ford F-150
27
Power Train, Visibility, Electrical System
2022 Ford F-150
22
Exterior Lighting, Power Train, Electrical System
2022 Ram 1500
15
Back Over Prevention, Air Bags, Visibility
2021 Ram 1500
14
Back Over Prevention, Air Bags, Service Brakes
Run a NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls before purchase — open recalls are the seller’s responsibility to disclose under federal law, and unresolved campaigns are a routine negotiating point on the as-is sale sale price.
Fountain As-is sale truck template — when to file
Colorado requires title transfer within 60 days of the sale date on the bill of sale. For as-is sale transactions specifically, file at County Clerk & Recorder – Fountain (Visit https://dmv.colorado.gov for the nearest Fountain, CO office) during normal hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Miss the 60-day window and Colorado typically charges a late-transfer penalty plus accrued use tax, and the seller can remain on the title for civil liability until the buyer completes retitling. Bring the signed title, the completed Fountain bill of sale, your government-issued ID, and payment for the $7.00 title transfer fee plus 4.40% sales tax on the purchase price.
Template reminder. Whether you keep your template as a blank template you fill in by hand, both buyer and seller should leave the signing with an identical executed copy. The buyer needs the original to present at County Clerk & Recorder – Fountain; the seller keeps a duplicate to prove the date of transfer if a future liability question arises before the title fully retitles.
Frequently asked questions
What as-is sale documents do I need for a truck sale in Fountain, Colorado?
For a as-is sale truck transaction in Fountain, you need: Include "sold as-is, with all faults" language conspicuously in the bill of sale; Attach a written list of known defects signed by the seller; Complete a pre-purchase inspection before finalizing price; Confirm odometer reading is accurate and document it; Buyer signs acknowledgment of as-is condition; Include explicit as-is language conspicuously in the bill of sale; Disclose all known material defects in writing; Verify if emissions testing applies in the buyer's county (Denver metro area).
What is the sales tax on a truck private sale in Fountain, Colorado?
The combined sales tax rate in Fountain is 4.40%. Colorado state rate 2.9% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
Do I need to notarize a truck bill of sale in Colorado?
No, notarization is not required. Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
What are common recalls for a truck?
Common recall categories for trucks include: Power Train, Fuel System, Steering, Structure, Electrical. On average, each truck model has approximately 3.8 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov before completing a sale.
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