Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Documents Needed to Sell a Car in Winston-Salem
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private car sale in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. File at the NCDMV – Winston-Salem Office — title transfer fee: $56.00, sales tax: 3.00%.
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: $56.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 3.00% of purchase price
- 6Proof of North Carolina insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in North Carolina
North Carolina does not require notarization.
Where to File in Winston-Salem
Office
NCDMV – Winston-Salem Office
Address
6830 Old US 421, Kernersville, NC 27284
Phone
(919) 715-7000
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for Car Title Transfer in Winston-Salem
Title Transfer Fee
$56.00
Sales Tax Rate
3.00%
Notarization
Not Required
NC Highway Use Tax 3% (capped at $2,000)
FAQ — Documents for Car Sale in Winston-Salem
- What documents do I need to sell a car in Winston-Salem?
- To sell a car in Winston-Salem 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 NCDMV – Winston-Salem Office.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a car in Winston-Salem, North Carolina?
- Yes. The NCDMV – Winston-Salem Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a North Carolina-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the car title transfer fee in Winston-Salem?
- The title transfer fee in Forsyth County is $56.00. Sales tax of 3.00% is also due at the time of registration. NC Highway Use Tax 3% (capped at $2,000)
- Where do I file a car title transfer in Winston-Salem?
- File at the NCDMV – Winston-Salem Office, 6830 Old US 421, Kernersville, NC 27284. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (919) 715-7000.