Griggs County, North Dakota Truck Bill of Sale | Printable PDF

North Dakota Truck transfer fees and requirements

In North Dakota, the title transfer fee is $5 and registration costs Based on weight and age; $49 - $274. Truck sales are subject to 5% excise tax on vehicle purchase price. North Dakota does not require notarization for private-party truck transfers. North Dakota does not require emission testing for private-party truck sales.

• 5% motor vehicle excise tax applies
• Title transfer at county motor vehicle office
• No emissions testing requirement

North Dakota sales tax on truck purchases

North Dakota has a 5% state sales tax rate. 5% motor vehicle excise tax statewide. Private-party truck sales in North Dakota are subject to sales tax. Excise tax applies to all vehicle purchases. The title transfer fee is $5.

Truck market data and safety information

The most common truck makes in private-party sales are Ford, Chevrolet, RAM, Toyota, GMC. Average private-party truck prices range from $8,000–$55,000. The average NCAP safety rating for recent truck models is 4 out of 5 stars. Trucks average 3.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Power Train, Fuel System, Steering.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used truck

Before completing a truck bill of sale in North Dakota, verify these safety items:

• 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

Truck insurance and depreciation in North Dakota

Full-size trucks cost 10–20% more to insure than sedans. Lifted trucks or diesel modifications may increase premiums further. Trucks hold value better than cars — full-size pickups retain 60–70% of value after 5 years. Diesel models retain the most. Peak season for private truck sales is late spring through summer when construction and outdoor activity demand rises, with an average of 18 days on market.

Truck registration and titling

Trucks are classified as "Light truck (under 8,500 lbs) or Medium truck (8,500–26,000 lbs)" for registration purposes. Trucks under 16,000 lbs GVWR follow passenger rules. Over 16,000 lbs GVWR triggers commercial vehicle requirements and federal odometer exemption. Federal odometer disclosure is required for trucks under 20 years old.

Truck transfers in Griggs County County, North Dakota

Griggs County County truck transfers follow North Dakota state requirements. Title transfer fee: $5.

North Dakota bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 194 bill of sale documents for North Dakota transactions, with 5 generated this month alone. The most popular vehicle type is car.