Bristol, Connecticut
Documents Needed to Sell a Scooter in Bristol
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private scooter sale in Bristol, Connecticut. File at the CT DMV – Bristol — title transfer fee: $25.00, sales tax: 7.85%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Scooter 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 Scooter title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $25.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 7.85% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Connecticut insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Connecticut
Connecticut 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
CT DMV – Bristol
Address
Visit https://portal.ct.gov/dmv for the nearest Bristol, CT office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Fees for Scooter Title Transfer in Bristol
Title Transfer Fee
$25.00
Sales Tax Rate
7.85%
Notarization
Not Required
Connecticut state rate 6.35% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
FAQ — Documents for Scooter Sale in Bristol
- What documents do I need to sell a scooter in Bristol?
- To sell a scooter in Bristol you need: a signed Scooter title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the CT DMV – Bristol.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a scooter in Bristol, Connecticut?
- Yes. The CT DMV – Bristol requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Connecticut-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the scooter title transfer fee in Bristol?
- The title transfer fee in Bristol County is $25.00. Sales tax of 7.85% is also due at the time of registration. Connecticut state rate 6.35% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- Where do I file a scooter title transfer in Bristol?
- File at the CT DMV – Bristol, Visit https://portal.ct.gov/dmv for the nearest Bristol, CT office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.