Southfield, Michigan
Southfield DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Michigan vehicle title transfer office for Southfield and Oakland County. Get your Southfield bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the MI Secretary of State – Southfield Office.
Southfield Title & Registration Office
Office Name
MI Secretary of State – Southfield Office
Address
26000 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076
Phone
(888) 767-6424
Hours
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
6.00%
Special requirements in Oakland County:
- Title transfer at a Secretary of State office within 15 days
- Michigan 6% use tax on private vehicle purchases
- Seller must sign the title and provide odometer reading
- Buyer must obtain Michigan plates at the time of title transfer
Notarization in Southfield: ✓ Not Required
Michigan does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is the primary transfer document.
Documents Required for Southfield Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 6.00% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Southfield Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Southfield DMV
- Where is the DMV in Southfield, Michigan?
- The Southfield title office is the MI Secretary of State – Southfield Office, located at 26000 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076. Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (888) 767-6424.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Southfield?
- The title transfer fee in Oakland County is $15.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 6.00%. Michigan statewide rate 6% — no local vehicle sales tax
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Southfield?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $15.00 title fee plus 6.00% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Southfield?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the MI Secretary of State – Southfield Office to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.