Charleston, South Carolina
Documents Needed to Sell a Scooter in Charleston
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private scooter sale in Charleston, South Carolina. File at the SC SCDMV – Charleston Office — title transfer fee: $15.00, sales tax: 9.00%.
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: $15.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 9.00% of purchase price
- 6Proof of South Carolina insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in South Carolina
South Carolina does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Where to File in Charleston
Office
SC SCDMV – Charleston Office
Address
3790 Leeds Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405
Phone
(803) 896-5000
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for Scooter Title Transfer in Charleston
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Sales Tax Rate
9.00%
Notarization
Not Required
South Carolina Infrastructure Maintenance Trust Fund (IMF) fee: $500 max on vehicle purchases instead of regular sales tax
FAQ — Documents for Scooter Sale in Charleston
- What documents do I need to sell a scooter in Charleston?
- To sell a scooter in Charleston you need: a signed Scooter title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the SC SCDMV – Charleston Office.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a scooter in Charleston, South Carolina?
- Yes. The SC SCDMV – Charleston Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a South Carolina-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the scooter title transfer fee in Charleston?
- The title transfer fee in Charleston County is $15.00. Sales tax of 9.00% is also due at the time of registration. South Carolina Infrastructure Maintenance Trust Fund (IMF) fee: $500 max on vehicle purchases instead of regular sales tax
- Where do I file a scooter title transfer in Charleston?
- File at the SC SCDMV – Charleston Office, 3790 Leeds Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (803) 896-5000.