Johnstown, Colorado

Johnstown, Colorado Utility Trailer Bill of Sale for Private sale — Print a Ready-to-Sign Form

Print a utility trailer bill of sale form for your private sale in Johnstown, Colorado. Fill in the details online, then print the completed document for both parties to sign.

Print a ready-to-sign form

Print Instructions

Paper Size

US Letter (8.5 × 11 in)

Margins

0.5 in minimum all sides

Ink

Black ink, laser or inkjet

Before You Print

☐Verify the VIN matches the utility trailer title exactly
☐Confirm buyer and seller names match government-issued IDs
☐Have both parties present at the time of signing
☐Bring a valid photo ID accepted by Colorado
☐Print at least two copies — one for each party

Both parties should sign with a ballpoint pen in blue or black ink. Initial any corrections rather than using correction fluid.

Private sale — What You Need to Know

A transaction between two private individuals without dealer involvement. Both parties negotiate directly and the seller transfers the title after payment.

Seller guidance

You are responsible for disclosing known defects, providing an accurate odometer statement, and delivering a clean title. Once the bill of sale is signed and funds received, remove the vehicle from your insurance and notify your DMV of the transfer.

Buyer guidance

Run a title search or VIN history report (NMVTIS, CARFAX) before handing over funds. Confirm the seller is the titled owner and the title is free of liens. Take possession of the signed title on the day of sale.

Legal note (Colorado-specific)

CO charges 2.9% state use tax plus county/city taxes on vehicle sales. Title must be transferred at the county clerk within 60 days.

Private sale checklist

Verify the seller name matches the title exactly
Confirm no open liens via your state DMV or NMVTIS
Complete federal odometer disclosure (vehicles <10 years old)
Sign and date the bill of sale with both parties present
Transfer title and notify DMV within your state deadline
Buyer pays 2.9% state use tax plus local taxes at county clerk
Transfer title within 60 days

Utility Trailer Safety & Recall Information

Data sourced from NHTSA safety ratings and recall databases

Average Safety Rating

0 / 5

Avg. Price Range

$1,000–$10,000

Odometer Disclosure

Not required

Safety checkpoints for utility trailer buyers

Check tongue weight and coupler size compatibility with tow vehicle
Inspect all lighting connections and ground wire
Verify axle rating matches loaded weight capacity needs
Test surge or electric brakes if GVWR exceeds 3,000 lbs
Confirm safety chains are correctly cross-routed and properly rated
Verify breakaway switch and battery on braked trailers
Inspect tie-down D-rings for weld cracks and rated capacity
Test ramp-gate spring assists and locking pins

Common recall categories

TiresElectricalAxleCouplingBrakes

On average, each utility trailer model has approximately 1.3 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

Private Party Exempt

2.9% state plus county/city taxes (total 3–10%)

Sales tax applies; ownership tax also assessed based on vehicle age

Visit the official Colorado DMV website

Local Requirements — Johnstown County

DMV / Title Office

County Clerk & Recorder – Johnstown

Address

Visit https://dmv.colorado.gov for the nearest Johnstown, CO office

Phone

See state DMV website for local office phone numbers

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

https://dmv.colorado.gov

Transfer Fees & Taxes — Johnstown

Title Transfer Fee

$7.00

Sales Tax Rate

4.40%

Base Registration Fee

$7.20

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.

Johnstown 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

County Information — Johnstown County

County Clerk / Recorder

Johnstown County Clerk & Recorder

Phone

See county website for contact information

Website

https://www.google.com/search?q=Johnstown%20Colorado%20county%20clerk%20%26%20recorder

Johnstown Private sale utility trailer printable — when to file

Colorado requires title transfer within 60 days of the sale date on the bill of sale. For private sale transactions specifically, file at County Clerk & Recorder – Johnstown (Visit https://dmv.colorado.gov for the nearest Johnstown, 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 Johnstown 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.

Printable reminder. Whether you keep your printable as a printed two-copy paper record, both buyer and seller should leave the signing with an identical executed copy. The buyer needs the original to present at County Clerk & Recorder – Johnstown; 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 private sale documents do I need for a utility trailer sale in Johnstown, Colorado?

For a private sale utility trailer transaction in Johnstown, you need: Verify the seller name matches the title exactly; Confirm no open liens via your state DMV or NMVTIS; Complete federal odometer disclosure (vehicles <10 years old); Sign and date the bill of sale with both parties present; Transfer title and notify DMV within your state deadline; Buyer pays 2.9% state use tax plus local taxes at county clerk; Transfer title within 60 days.

What is the sales tax on a utility trailer private sale in Johnstown, Colorado?

The combined sales tax rate in Johnstown is 4.40%. Colorado state rate 2.9% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)

Do I need to notarize a utility trailer 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 utility trailer?

Common recall categories for utility trailers include: Tires, Electrical, Axle, Coupling, Brakes. On average, each utility trailer model has approximately 1.3 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov before completing a sale.