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Fort Collins, Colorado

Fort Collins DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

Colorado vehicle title transfer office for Fort Collins and Larimer County. Get your Fort Collins bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Larimer County Motor Vehicle.

Fort Collins Title & Registration Office

Office Name

Larimer County Motor Vehicle

Address

200 W Oak St, Fort Collins, CO 80521

Phone

(970) 498-7878

Hours

Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$7.20

Vehicle Sales Tax

7.55%

Special requirements in Larimer County:

  • Title must be transferred at the Larimer County Motor Vehicle office within 60 days
  • Emissions testing required in the Northern Colorado area
  • Buyer pays sales/use tax at time of title transfer
  • Vehicle specific ownership tax assessed annually based on vehicle value

Notarization in Fort Collins: ✓ Not Required

Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Documents Required for Fort Collins 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: 7.55% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — Fort Collins DMV

Where is the DMV in Fort Collins, Colorado?
The Fort Collins title office is the Larimer County Motor Vehicle, located at 200 W Oak St, Fort Collins, CO 80521. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (970) 498-7878.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Fort Collins?
The title transfer fee in Larimer County is $7.20. The vehicle sales tax rate is 7.55%. Colorado state rate 2.9% + Larimer County 0.65% + Fort Collins city 3.85% + transit 0.15%
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Fort Collins?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $7.20 title fee plus 7.55% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Fort Collins?
A signed bill of sale is required by the Larimer County Motor Vehicle 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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