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Olathe, Kansas

Documents Needed to Sell a Truck in Olathe

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private truck sale in Olathe, Kansas. File at the Johnson County Tag Office – Olathe — title transfer fee: $10.00, sales tax: 9.475%.

Seller Must Provide

  • 1Signed Truck 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 Truck title from seller
  • 2Signed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $10.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 9.475% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Kansas insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Kansas

Kansas does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Where to File in Olathe

Office

Johnson County Tag Office – Olathe

Address

11811 S Sunset Dr, Olathe, KS 66061

Phone

(913) 826-1800

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Fees for Truck Title Transfer in Olathe

Title Transfer Fee

$10.00

Sales Tax Rate

9.475%

Notarization

Not Required

Kansas state rate 6.5% + Johnson County 1.475% + Olathe city 1.5%

FAQ — Documents for Truck Sale in Olathe

What documents do I need to sell a truck in Olathe?
To sell a truck in Olathe you need: a signed Truck 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 Johnson County Tag Office – Olathe.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a truck in Olathe, Kansas?
Yes. The Johnson County Tag Office – Olathe requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Kansas-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the truck title transfer fee in Olathe?
The title transfer fee in Johnson County is $10.00. Sales tax of 9.475% is also due at the time of registration. Kansas state rate 6.5% + Johnson County 1.475% + Olathe city 1.5%
Where do I file a truck title transfer in Olathe?
File at the Johnson County Tag Office – Olathe, 11811 S Sunset Dr, Olathe, KS 66061. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (913) 826-1800.

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