San Diego, California
Documents Needed to Sell a Trailer in San Diego
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private trailer sale in San Diego, California. File at the DMV San Diego – Clairemont Mesa Office — title transfer fee: $15.00, sales tax: 7.75%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Trailer title (sign on the back where it says "Seller's Signature")
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Odometer disclosure statement (if not printed on the back of the title)
- 5Lien release letter (if a loan was paid off) from the lender
Buyer Must Bring to DMV
- 1Signed Trailer title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 7.75% of purchase price
- 6Proof of California insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in California
California does not require notarization. Seller must sign the title and submit a Notice of Transfer (REG 138) within 5 days of sale.
Where to File in San Diego
Office
DMV San Diego – Clairemont Mesa Office
Address
4375 Derrick Dr, San Diego, CA 92117
Phone
(800) 777-0133
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM)
Fees for Trailer Title Transfer in San Diego
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Sales Tax Rate
7.75%
Notarization
Not Required
California state base 7.25% + San Diego County district tax 0.50%
FAQ — Documents for Trailer Sale in San Diego
- What documents do I need to sell a trailer in San Diego?
- To sell a trailer in San Diego you need: a signed Trailer title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. An odometer disclosure is also required for most motor vehicles. File the title transfer at the DMV San Diego – Clairemont Mesa Office.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a trailer in San Diego, California?
- Yes. The DMV San Diego – Clairemont Mesa Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a California-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the trailer title transfer fee in San Diego?
- The title transfer fee in San Diego County is $15.00. Sales tax of 7.75% is also due at the time of registration. California state base 7.25% + San Diego County district tax 0.50%
- Where do I file a trailer title transfer in San Diego?
- File at the DMV San Diego – Clairemont Mesa Office, 4375 Derrick Dr, San Diego, CA 92117. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM). Phone: (800) 777-0133.