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Arvada, Colorado

Documents Needed to Sell a Semi Truck in Arvada

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private semi truck sale in Arvada, Colorado. File at the Jefferson County Motor Vehicle — title transfer fee: $7.20, sales tax: 8.28%.

Seller Must Provide

  • 1Signed Semi Truck 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 Semi Truck title from seller
  • 2Signed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $7.20
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 8.28% 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 Arvada

Office

Jefferson County Motor Vehicle

Address

100 Jefferson County Pkwy, Golden, CO 80419

Phone

(303) 271-8100

Hours

Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM

Fees for Semi Truck Title Transfer in Arvada

Title Transfer Fee

$7.20

Sales Tax Rate

8.28%

Notarization

Not Required

Colorado state rate 2.9% + Jefferson County 0.5% + Arvada city 3.46% + RTD 1.0% + cultural 0.1%

FAQ — Documents for Semi Truck Sale in Arvada

What documents do I need to sell a semi truck in Arvada?
To sell a semi truck in Arvada you need: a signed Semi Truck title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the Jefferson County Motor Vehicle.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a semi truck in Arvada, Colorado?
Yes. The Jefferson 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 semi truck title transfer fee in Arvada?
The title transfer fee in Jefferson County is $7.20. Sales tax of 8.28% is also due at the time of registration. Colorado state rate 2.9% + Jefferson County 0.5% + Arvada city 3.46% + RTD 1.0% + cultural 0.1%
Where do I file a semi truck title transfer in Arvada?
File at the Jefferson County Motor Vehicle, 100 Jefferson County Pkwy, Golden, CO 80419. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (303) 271-8100.

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