Centennial, Colorado
Documents Needed to Sell a Car in Centennial
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private car sale in Centennial, Colorado. File at the Arapahoe County Motor Vehicle — title transfer fee: $7.20, sales tax: 6.75%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Car title (sign on the back where it says "Seller's Signature")
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Odometer disclosure statement (if not printed on the back of the title)
- 5Lien release letter (if a loan was paid off) from the lender
Buyer Must Bring to DMV
- 1Signed Car title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $7.20
- 5Payment for sales tax: 6.75% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Colorado insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Colorado
Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Where to File in Centennial
Office
Arapahoe County Motor Vehicle
Address
5334 S Prince St, Littleton, CO 80120
Phone
(720) 874-6500
Hours
Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for Car Title Transfer in Centennial
Title Transfer Fee
$7.20
Sales Tax Rate
6.75%
Notarization
Not Required
Colorado state rate 2.9% + Arapahoe County 0.25% + Centennial city 2.5% + RTD 1.0%
FAQ — Documents for Car Sale in Centennial
- What documents do I need to sell a car in Centennial?
- To sell a car in Centennial you need: a signed Car title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. An odometer disclosure is also required for most motor vehicles. File the title transfer at the Arapahoe County Motor Vehicle.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a car in Centennial, Colorado?
- Yes. The Arapahoe County Motor Vehicle requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Colorado-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the car title transfer fee in Centennial?
- The title transfer fee in Arapahoe County is $7.20. Sales tax of 6.75% is also due at the time of registration. Colorado state rate 2.9% + Arapahoe County 0.25% + Centennial city 2.5% + RTD 1.0%
- Where do I file a car title transfer in Centennial?
- File at the Arapahoe County Motor Vehicle, 5334 S Prince St, Littleton, CO 80120. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (720) 874-6500.