Troy, Michigan
Documents Needed to Sell a Horse Trailer in Troy
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private horse trailer sale in Troy, Michigan. File at the MI Secretary of State – Troy Office — title transfer fee: $15.00, sales tax: 6.00%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Horse Trailer 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 Horse Trailer title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 6.00% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Michigan insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Michigan
Michigan does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is the primary transfer document.
Where to File in Troy
Office
MI Secretary of State – Troy Office
Address
1605 E Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48083
Phone
(888) 767-6424
Hours
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for Horse Trailer Title Transfer in Troy
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Sales Tax Rate
6.00%
Notarization
Not Required
Michigan statewide rate 6% — no local vehicle sales tax
FAQ — Documents for Horse Trailer Sale in Troy
- What documents do I need to sell a horse trailer in Troy?
- To sell a horse trailer in Troy you need: a signed Horse Trailer title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the MI Secretary of State – Troy Office.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a horse trailer in Troy, Michigan?
- Yes. The MI Secretary of State – Troy Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Michigan-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the horse trailer title transfer fee in Troy?
- The title transfer fee in Oakland County is $15.00. Sales tax of 6.00% is also due at the time of registration. Michigan statewide rate 6% — no local vehicle sales tax
- Where do I file a horse trailer title transfer in Troy?
- File at the MI Secretary of State – Troy Office, 1605 E Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48083. Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (888) 767-6424.