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Springfield, Illinois

Documents Needed to Sell a Side by Side in Springfield

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private side by side sale in Springfield, Illinois. File at the IL Secretary of State – Springfield Main Office — title transfer fee: $150.00, sales tax: 8.75%.

Seller Must Provide

  • 1Signed Side by Side 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 Side by Side title from seller
  • 2Signed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $150.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 8.75% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Illinois insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Illinois

Illinois does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Where to File in Springfield

Office

IL Secretary of State – Springfield Main Office

Address

2701 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62723

Phone

(217) 782-6306

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Fees for Side by Side Title Transfer in Springfield

Title Transfer Fee

$150.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.75%

Notarization

Not Required

Illinois state rate 6.25% + Sangamon County 0.5% + Springfield city 2.0%

FAQ — Documents for Side by Side Sale in Springfield

What documents do I need to sell a side by side in Springfield?
To sell a side by side in Springfield you need: a signed Side by Side title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the IL Secretary of State – Springfield Main Office.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a side by side in Springfield, Illinois?
Yes. The IL Secretary of State – Springfield Main Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Illinois-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the side by side title transfer fee in Springfield?
The title transfer fee in Sangamon County is $150.00. Sales tax of 8.75% is also due at the time of registration. Illinois state rate 6.25% + Sangamon County 0.5% + Springfield city 2.0%
Where do I file a side by side title transfer in Springfield?
File at the IL Secretary of State – Springfield Main Office, 2701 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62723. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (217) 782-6306.

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