Los Altos, California
Documents Needed to Sell a UTV in Los Altos
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private utv sale in Los Altos, California. File at the California DMV – Los Altos — title transfer fee: $23.00, sales tax: 8.75%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed UTV 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 UTV title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $23.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.75% of purchase price
- 6Proof of California insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in California
California does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Where to File in Los Altos
Office
California DMV – Los Altos
Address
Visit https://www.dmv.ca.gov for the nearest Los Altos, CA office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for UTV Title Transfer in Los Altos
Title Transfer Fee
$23.00
Sales Tax Rate
8.75%
Notarization
Not Required
California state rate 7.25% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
FAQ — Documents for UTV Sale in Los Altos
- What documents do I need to sell a utv in Los Altos?
- To sell a utv in Los Altos you need: a signed UTV 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 California DMV – Los Altos.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a utv in Los Altos, California?
- Yes. The California DMV – Los Altos 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 utv title transfer fee in Los Altos?
- The title transfer fee in Los Altos County is $23.00. Sales tax of 8.75% is also due at the time of registration. California state rate 7.25% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- Where do I file a utv title transfer in Los Altos?
- File at the California DMV – Los Altos, Visit https://www.dmv.ca.gov for the nearest Los Altos, CA office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.