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Wilmington, North Carolina

Documents Needed to Sell a Dirt Bike in Wilmington

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private dirt bike sale in Wilmington, North Carolina. File at the NCDMV – Wilmington Office — title transfer fee: $56.00, sales tax: 3.00%.

Seller Must Provide

  • 1Signed Dirt Bike 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 Dirt Bike 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. Both parties sign the title.

Where to File in Wilmington

Office

NCDMV – Wilmington Office

Address

230 Government Center Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403

Phone

(919) 715-7000

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Fees for Dirt Bike Title Transfer in Wilmington

Title Transfer Fee

$56.00

Sales Tax Rate

3.00%

Notarization

Not Required

North Carolina Highway Use Tax (HUT) 3% (capped at $2,000) instead of standard sales tax

FAQ — Documents for Dirt Bike Sale in Wilmington

What documents do I need to sell a dirt bike in Wilmington?
To sell a dirt bike in Wilmington you need: a signed Dirt Bike title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the NCDMV – Wilmington Office.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a dirt bike in Wilmington, North Carolina?
Yes. The NCDMV – Wilmington 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 dirt bike title transfer fee in Wilmington?
The title transfer fee in New Hanover County is $56.00. Sales tax of 3.00% is also due at the time of registration. North Carolina Highway Use Tax (HUT) 3% (capped at $2,000) instead of standard sales tax
Where do I file a dirt bike title transfer in Wilmington?
File at the NCDMV – Wilmington Office, 230 Government Center Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (919) 715-7000.

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