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Fort Collins, Colorado

Documents Needed to Sell a Utility Trailer in Fort Collins

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private utility trailer sale in Fort Collins, Colorado. File at the Larimer County Motor Vehicle — title transfer fee: $7.20, sales tax: 7.55%.

Seller Must Provide

  • 1Signed Utility Trailer 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 Utility Trailer title from seller
  • 2Signed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $7.20
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 7.55% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Colorado insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Colorado

Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Where to File in Fort Collins

Office

Larimer County Motor Vehicle

Address

200 W Oak St, Fort Collins, CO 80521

Phone

(970) 498-7878

Hours

Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM

Fees for Utility Trailer Title Transfer in Fort Collins

Title Transfer Fee

$7.20

Sales Tax Rate

7.55%

Notarization

Not Required

Colorado state rate 2.9% + Larimer County 0.65% + Fort Collins city 3.85% + transit 0.15%

FAQ — Documents for Utility Trailer Sale in Fort Collins

What documents do I need to sell a utility trailer in Fort Collins?
To sell a utility trailer in Fort Collins you need: a signed Utility Trailer title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the Larimer County Motor Vehicle.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a utility trailer in Fort Collins, Colorado?
Yes. The Larimer County Motor Vehicle requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Colorado-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the utility trailer title transfer fee in Fort Collins?
The title transfer fee in Larimer County is $7.20. Sales tax of 7.55% is also due at the time of registration. Colorado state rate 2.9% + Larimer County 0.65% + Fort Collins city 3.85% + transit 0.15%
Where do I file a utility trailer title transfer in Fort Collins?
File at the Larimer County Motor Vehicle, 200 W Oak St, Fort Collins, CO 80521. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (970) 498-7878.

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