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Denver, Colorado

Denver DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

Colorado vehicle title transfer office for Denver and Denver County. Get your Denver bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Denver County Motor Vehicle – Downtown.

Denver Title & Registration Office

Office Name

Denver County Motor Vehicle – Downtown

Address

201 W Colfax Ave, Dept 102, Denver, CO 80202

Phone

(720) 913-1311

Hours

Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:00 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$7.20

Vehicle Sales Tax

8.81%

Special requirements in Denver County:

  • Title must be transferred at the Denver County Motor Vehicle office within 60 days of purchase
  • Colorado requires an emissions test (AirCare Colorado) for most vehicles in the Denver metro area
  • Vehicle specific ownership tax (VSOT) is assessed annually based on vehicle value
  • Buyer pays state and local sales/use tax at time of title transfer

Notarization in Denver: ✓ Not Required

Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Both parties sign the title; a bill of sale is recommended.

Documents Required for Denver Title Transfer

  • 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
  • 2Completed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $7.20
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 8.81% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — Denver DMV

Where is the DMV in Denver, Colorado?
The Denver title office is the Denver County Motor Vehicle – Downtown, located at 201 W Colfax Ave, Dept 102, Denver, CO 80202. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:00 PM. Phone: (720) 913-1311.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Denver?
The title transfer fee in Denver County is $7.20. The vehicle sales tax rate is 8.81%. Colorado state rate 2.9% + Denver city/county rate 4.81% + RTD/SCFD 1.1% combined
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Denver?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $7.20 title fee plus 8.81% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Denver?
A signed bill of sale is required by the Denver County Motor Vehicle – Downtown to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.

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