San Luis Obispo, California
Documents Needed to Sell a Bus in San Luis Obispo
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private bus sale in San Luis Obispo, California. File at the California DMV – San Luis Obispo — title transfer fee: $23.00, sales tax: 8.75%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Bus title (sign on the back where it says "Seller's Signature")
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Lien release letter (if a loan was paid off) from the lender
Buyer Must Bring to DMV
- 1Signed Bus title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $23.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.75% of purchase price
- 6Proof of California insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in California
California does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Where to File in San Luis Obispo
Office
California DMV – San Luis Obispo
Address
Visit https://www.dmv.ca.gov for the nearest San Luis Obispo, CA office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for Bus Title Transfer in San Luis Obispo
Title Transfer Fee
$23.00
Sales Tax Rate
8.75%
Notarization
Not Required
California state rate 7.25% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
FAQ — Documents for Bus Sale in San Luis Obispo
- What documents do I need to sell a bus in San Luis Obispo?
- To sell a bus in San Luis Obispo you need: a signed Bus title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the California DMV – San Luis Obispo.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a bus in San Luis Obispo, California?
- Yes. The California DMV – San Luis Obispo requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a California-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the bus title transfer fee in San Luis Obispo?
- The title transfer fee in San Luis Obispo County is $23.00. Sales tax of 8.75% is also due at the time of registration. California state rate 7.25% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- Where do I file a bus title transfer in San Luis Obispo?
- File at the California DMV – San Luis Obispo, Visit https://www.dmv.ca.gov for the nearest San Luis Obispo, CA office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.