Clinton, Iowa
Documents Needed to Sell a Side by Side in Clinton
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private side by side sale in Clinton, Iowa. File at the County Treasurer – Clinton — title transfer fee: $25.00, sales tax: 6.50%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Side by Side title (sign on the back where it says "Seller's Signature")
- 2Completed bill of sale (notarized)
- 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 (notarized)
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $25.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 6.50% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Iowa insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ⚠ Required in Iowa
Iowa requires notarization of the bill of sale or title assignment for vehicle transfers. Visit a local notary public before submitting documents.
Where to File in Clinton
Office
County Treasurer – Clinton
Address
Visit https://iowadot.gov/mvd for the nearest Clinton, IA office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Fees for Side by Side Title Transfer in Clinton
Title Transfer Fee
$25.00
Sales Tax Rate
6.50%
Notarization
Required (~$15)
Iowa state rate 5% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
FAQ — Documents for Side by Side Sale in Clinton
- What documents do I need to sell a side by side in Clinton?
- To sell a side by side in Clinton you need: a signed Side by Side title, a completed bill of sale (notarized), and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the County Treasurer – Clinton.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a side by side in Clinton, Iowa?
- Yes. The County Treasurer – Clinton requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Iowa-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the side by side title transfer fee in Clinton?
- The title transfer fee in Clinton County is $25.00. Sales tax of 6.50% is also due at the time of registration. Iowa state rate 5% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- Where do I file a side by side title transfer in Clinton?
- File at the County Treasurer – Clinton, Visit https://iowadot.gov/mvd for the nearest Clinton, IA office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.