Springfield, Massachusetts

Springfield, Massachusetts Semi Truck Bill of Sale for Salvage title — Print a Ready-to-Sign Form

Print a semi truck bill of sale form for your salvage title in Springfield, Massachusetts. 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 semi truck 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 Massachusetts
☐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.

Salvage title — What You Need to Know

The vehicle has been declared a total loss by an insurance company and carries a salvage title brand. Salvage vehicles cannot be legally driven until they pass a rebuilt/salvage inspection in most states.

Seller guidance

You must disclose the salvage title status in writing. The bill of sale should state "salvage title" prominently. Some states require a separate salvage disclosure form. Do not represent a salvage vehicle as a rebuilt title unless it has passed the required state inspection and been formally re-branded.

Buyer guidance

A salvage title vehicle cannot be registered for road use in any state until it passes a state-mandated rebuilt inspection. Lenders rarely finance salvage title vehicles, and insuring them for full value is difficult. Even after a salvage vehicle is re-branded as "rebuilt," it will always carry diminished resale value.

Legal note (Massachusetts-specific)

Massachusetts governs salvage vehicle inspections under MGL c.90D §20D. An insurer or owner who retains a total-loss vehicle must surrender the title and apply for a salvage title within 10 days of acquisition or settlement (MGL c.90D §20). Before a salvage vehicle can be registered, it must pass a salvage inspection conducted by the Massachusetts State Police. Complete the Application for Inspection of a Salvaged Motor Vehicle (Form TTL109) and pay the $50 inspection fee. The inspection verifies the VIN, reviews the insurance appraisal report, and checks bills of sale for all major replacement parts. After passing, apply for a Reconstructed Title using Form TTLREG100 and pay the $75 title fee. The title carries a permanent 'reconstructed' brand. Disclosing the salvage/reconstructed status in the bill of sale is required.

Salvage title checklist

Confirm the title is branded "salvage" and the brand is disclosed on the bill of sale
Run a NMVTIS or CARFAX report to verify complete title history
Disclose all known damage, repairs, and any prior insurance total-loss declarations
Confirm the vehicle cannot be legally driven until rebuilt inspection is complete
Check insurance availability before purchase — many carriers restrict salvage vehicle coverage
Complete Form TTL109 (Application for Inspection of a Salvaged Motor Vehicle) and pay the $50 fee at an RMV Service Center
Bring insurance appraisal report and bills of sale for all major replacement parts to the Massachusetts State Police salvage inspection (appointment required)
After passing inspection, apply for Reconstructed Title using Form TTLREG100 — $75 title fee; title carries permanent 'reconstructed' brand

Semi Truck Safety & Recall Information

Data sourced from NHTSA safety ratings and recall databases

Average Safety Rating

0 / 5

Avg. Price Range

$20,000–$180,000

Odometer Disclosure

Not required

Safety checkpoints for semi truck buyers

Inspect brake system — air brake components, slack adjusters, and pad condition
Check DPF/DEF emission system status — deletion is federally illegal and affects value
Verify DOT inspection history and annual inspection sticker currency
Test all lighting, reflectors, and conspicuity markings per FMCSA requirements
Confirm fifth-wheel locking jaw operation and proper grease level
Verify tractor-trailer ABS warning light cycles correctly
Test air-pressure build-up time meets FMCSA spec (governor cuts in by 60 PSI in 90 seconds)
Confirm landing-gear crank operates and pin/clevis are intact

Common recall categories

BrakesEngine/EmissionsElectricalSteeringCoupling

On average, each semi truck model has approximately 4.5 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov/recalls before completing a sale.

Massachusetts Tax & Fee Summary

State Sales Tax Rate

6.25%

Title Transfer Fee

$75

Private Party Exempt

Flat 6.25% statewide; no additional local vehicle taxes

Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases

Visit the official Massachusetts DMV website

Local Requirements — Hampden County

DMV / Title Office

MA RMV – Springfield Service Center

Address

436 Dwight St, Springfield, MA 01103

Phone

(857) 368-8000

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-registry-of-motor-vehicles

Transfer Fees & Taxes — Springfield

Title Transfer Fee

$75.00

Sales Tax Rate

6.25%

Base Registration Fee

$60.00

Massachusetts statewide rate 6.25%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Massachusetts does not require notarization.

Springfield Transfer Checklist

Complete RMV-1 at the RMV
6.25% sales tax on the purchase price
Safety and emissions inspection within 7 days of registration
Title transfer within 10 days

County Information — Hampden County

County Clerk / Recorder

Hampden County Register of Deeds

Phone

(413) 748-7713

Website

https://www.hampdencountydeeds.com

Springfield Salvage title semi truck printable — when to file

Massachusetts requires title transfer within 10 days of the sale date on the bill of sale. For salvage title transactions specifically, file at MA RMV – Springfield Service Center (436 Dwight St, Springfield, MA 01103) during normal hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Miss the 10-day window and Massachusetts 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 Springfield bill of sale, your government-issued ID, and payment for the $75.00 title transfer fee plus 6.25% 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 MA RMV – Springfield Service Center; 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 salvage title documents do I need for a semi truck sale in Springfield, Massachusetts?

For a salvage title semi truck transaction in Springfield, you need: Confirm the title is branded "salvage" and the brand is disclosed on the bill of sale; Run a NMVTIS or CARFAX report to verify complete title history; Disclose all known damage, repairs, and any prior insurance total-loss declarations; Confirm the vehicle cannot be legally driven until rebuilt inspection is complete; Check insurance availability before purchase — many carriers restrict salvage vehicle coverage; Complete Form TTL109 (Application for Inspection of a Salvaged Motor Vehicle) and pay the $50 fee at an RMV Service Center; Bring insurance appraisal report and bills of sale for all major replacement parts to the Massachusetts State Police salvage inspection (appointment required); After passing inspection, apply for Reconstructed Title using Form TTLREG100 — $75 title fee; title carries permanent 'reconstructed' brand.

What is the sales tax on a semi truck private sale in Springfield, Massachusetts?

The combined sales tax rate in Springfield is 6.25%. Massachusetts statewide rate 6.25%

Do I need to notarize a semi truck bill of sale in Massachusetts?

No, notarization is not required. Massachusetts does not require notarization.

What are common recalls for a semi truck?

Common recall categories for semi trucks include: Brakes, Engine/Emissions, Electrical, Steering, Coupling. On average, each semi truck model has approximately 4.5 recalls. Always check your specific vehicle at NHTSA.gov before completing a sale.