Madison, Wisconsin
Documents Needed to Sell a Car in Madison
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private car sale in Madison, Wisconsin. File at the WI DMV – Madison East Service Center — title transfer fee: $164.50, sales tax: 5.50%.
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: $164.50
- 5Payment for sales tax: 5.50% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Wisconsin insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Wisconsin
Wisconsin does not require notarization.
Where to File in Madison
Office
WI DMV – Madison East Service Center
Address
2001 Bartillon Dr, Madison, WI 53704
Phone
(608) 264-7447
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:45 PM
Fees for Car Title Transfer in Madison
Title Transfer Fee
$164.50
Sales Tax Rate
5.50%
Notarization
Not Required
Wisconsin state 5% + Dane County 0.5%
FAQ — Documents for Car Sale in Madison
- What documents do I need to sell a car in Madison?
- To sell a car in Madison 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 WI DMV – Madison East Service Center.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a car in Madison, Wisconsin?
- Yes. The WI DMV – Madison East Service Center requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Wisconsin-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the car title transfer fee in Madison?
- The title transfer fee in Dane County is $164.50. Sales tax of 5.50% is also due at the time of registration. Wisconsin state 5% + Dane County 0.5%
- Where do I file a car title transfer in Madison?
- File at the WI DMV – Madison East Service Center, 2001 Bartillon Dr, Madison, WI 53704. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:45 PM. Phone: (608) 264-7447.