Champaign, Illinois
Documents Needed to Sell a Bus in Champaign
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private bus sale in Champaign, Illinois. File at the IL Secretary of State – Champaign Office — title transfer fee: $150.00, sales tax: 8.25%.
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: $150.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.25% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Illinois insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Illinois
Illinois does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is the primary transfer document.
Where to File in Champaign
Office
IL Secretary of State – Champaign Office
Address
505 S Lierman Ave, Champaign, IL 61822
Phone
(312) 793-1010
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for Bus Title Transfer in Champaign
Title Transfer Fee
$150.00
Sales Tax Rate
8.25%
Notarization
Not Required
Illinois state rate 6.25% + Champaign County/local taxes 2.00%
FAQ — Documents for Bus Sale in Champaign
- What documents do I need to sell a bus in Champaign?
- To sell a bus in Champaign you need: a signed Bus title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the IL Secretary of State – Champaign Office.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a bus in Champaign, Illinois?
- Yes. The IL Secretary of State – Champaign Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Illinois-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the bus title transfer fee in Champaign?
- The title transfer fee in Champaign County is $150.00. Sales tax of 8.25% is also due at the time of registration. Illinois state rate 6.25% + Champaign County/local taxes 2.00%
- Where do I file a bus title transfer in Champaign?
- File at the IL Secretary of State – Champaign Office, 505 S Lierman Ave, Champaign, IL 61822. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (312) 793-1010.