Chicago, Illinois
Documents Needed to Sell a UTV in Chicago
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private utv sale in Chicago, Illinois. File at the IL Secretary of State – Chicago West Office — title transfer fee: $150.00, sales tax: 10.25%.
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: $150.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 10.25% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Illinois insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Illinois
Illinois does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is the primary transfer document.
Where to File in Chicago
Office
IL Secretary of State – Chicago West Office
Address
5401 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60630
Phone
(312) 793-1010
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for UTV Title Transfer in Chicago
Title Transfer Fee
$150.00
Sales Tax Rate
10.25%
Notarization
Not Required
Illinois state rate 6.25% + Cook County 1.75% + Chicago city 1.25% + RTA 1.0%
FAQ — Documents for UTV Sale in Chicago
- What documents do I need to sell a utv in Chicago?
- To sell a utv in Chicago 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 IL Secretary of State – Chicago West Office.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a utv in Chicago, Illinois?
- Yes. The IL Secretary of State – Chicago West Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Illinois-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the utv title transfer fee in Chicago?
- The title transfer fee in Cook County is $150.00. Sales tax of 10.25% is also due at the time of registration. Illinois state rate 6.25% + Cook County 1.75% + Chicago city 1.25% + RTA 1.0%
- Where do I file a utv title transfer in Chicago?
- File at the IL Secretary of State – Chicago West Office, 5401 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60630. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (312) 793-1010.