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Memphis, Tennessee

Documents Needed to Sell a RV in Memphis

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private rv sale in Memphis, Tennessee. File at the Shelby County Clerk – Title & Registration — title transfer fee: $13.50, sales tax: 9.75%.

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: $13.50
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 9.75% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Tennessee insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Tennessee

Tennessee does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Where to File in Memphis

Office

Shelby County Clerk – Title & Registration

Address

150 Washington Ave, Memphis, TN 38103

Phone

(901) 222-3000

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Fees for RV Title Transfer in Memphis

Title Transfer Fee

$13.50

Sales Tax Rate

9.75%

Notarization

Not Required

Tennessee state rate 7% + Shelby County 2.75%

FAQ — Documents for RV Sale in Memphis

What documents do I need to sell a rv in Memphis?
To sell a rv in Memphis 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 Shelby County Clerk – Title & Registration.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a rv in Memphis, Tennessee?
Yes. The Shelby County Clerk – Title & Registration 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 rv title transfer fee in Memphis?
The title transfer fee in Shelby County is $13.50. Sales tax of 9.75% is also due at the time of registration. Tennessee state rate 7% + Shelby County 2.75%
Where do I file a rv title transfer in Memphis?
File at the Shelby County Clerk – Title & Registration, 150 Washington Ave, Memphis, TN 38103. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (901) 222-3000.

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