Bristol, Tennessee
Documents Needed to Sell a Farm Equipment in Bristol
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private farm equipment sale in Bristol, Tennessee. File at the County Clerk – Bristol — title transfer fee: $11.00, sales tax: 8.50%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Farm Equipment 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 Farm Equipment title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $11.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.50% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Tennessee insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Tennessee
Tennessee does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Where to File in Bristol
Office
County Clerk – Bristol
Address
Visit https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services for the nearest Bristol, TN office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Fees for Farm Equipment Title Transfer in Bristol
Title Transfer Fee
$11.00
Sales Tax Rate
8.50%
Notarization
Not Required
Tennessee state rate 7% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
FAQ — Documents for Farm Equipment Sale in Bristol
- What documents do I need to sell a farm equipment in Bristol?
- To sell a farm equipment in Bristol you need: a signed Farm Equipment title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the County Clerk – Bristol.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a farm equipment in Bristol, Tennessee?
- Yes. The County Clerk – Bristol requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Tennessee-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the farm equipment title transfer fee in Bristol?
- The title transfer fee in Bristol County is $11.00. Sales tax of 8.50% is also due at the time of registration. Tennessee state rate 7% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- Where do I file a farm equipment title transfer in Bristol?
- File at the County Clerk – Bristol, Visit https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services for the nearest Bristol, TN office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.