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Thornton, Colorado

Documents Needed to Sell a RV in Thornton

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private rv sale in Thornton, Colorado. File at the Adams County Motor Vehicle — title transfer fee: $7.20, sales tax: 8.75%.

Seller Must Provide

  • 1Signed RV 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 RV title from seller
  • 2Signed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $7.20
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 8.75% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Colorado insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Colorado

Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Where to File in Thornton

Office

Adams County Motor Vehicle

Address

4430 S Adams County Pkwy, Brighton, CO 80601

Phone

(720) 523-6010

Hours

Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM

Fees for RV Title Transfer in Thornton

Title Transfer Fee

$7.20

Sales Tax Rate

8.75%

Notarization

Not Required

Colorado state rate 2.9% + Adams County 0.75% + Thornton city 3.75% + RTD 1.0% + cultural 0.1%

FAQ — Documents for RV Sale in Thornton

What documents do I need to sell a rv in Thornton?
To sell a rv in Thornton you need: a signed RV 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 Adams County Motor Vehicle.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a rv in Thornton, Colorado?
Yes. The Adams County Motor Vehicle requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Colorado-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the rv title transfer fee in Thornton?
The title transfer fee in Adams County is $7.20. Sales tax of 8.75% is also due at the time of registration. Colorado state rate 2.9% + Adams County 0.75% + Thornton city 3.75% + RTD 1.0% + cultural 0.1%
Where do I file a rv title transfer in Thornton?
File at the Adams County Motor Vehicle, 4430 S Adams County Pkwy, Brighton, CO 80601. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (720) 523-6010.

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