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Santa Ana, California

Documents Needed to Sell a Trailer in Santa Ana

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private trailer sale in Santa Ana, California. File at the DMV Santa Ana Office — title transfer fee: $23.00, sales tax: 9.25%.

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: $23.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 9.25% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of California insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in California

California does not require notarization for vehicle transfers.

Where to File in Santa Ana

Office

DMV Santa Ana Office

Address

1330 E First St, Santa Ana, CA 92701

Phone

(800) 777-0133

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM)

Fees for Trailer Title Transfer in Santa Ana

Title Transfer Fee

$23.00

Sales Tax Rate

9.25%

Notarization

Not Required

California state base 7.25% + Orange County 0.5% + Santa Ana city 1.5%

FAQ — Documents for Trailer Sale in Santa Ana

What documents do I need to sell a trailer in Santa Ana?
To sell a trailer in Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana Office.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a trailer in Santa Ana, California?
Yes. The DMV Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana?
The title transfer fee in Orange County is $23.00. Sales tax of 9.25% is also due at the time of registration. California state base 7.25% + Orange County 0.5% + Santa Ana city 1.5%
Where do I file a trailer title transfer in Santa Ana?
File at the DMV Santa Ana Office, 1330 E First St, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM). Phone: (800) 777-0133.

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