Detroit, Michigan
Documents Needed to Sell a UTV in Detroit
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private utv sale in Detroit, Michigan. File at the MI Secretary of State – Detroit Office — title transfer fee: $15.00, sales tax: 6.00%.
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: $15.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 6.00% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Michigan insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Michigan
Michigan does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is the primary transfer document.
Where to File in Detroit
Office
MI Secretary of State – Detroit Office
Address
3046 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48202
Phone
(888) 767-6424
Hours
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for UTV Title Transfer in Detroit
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Sales Tax Rate
6.00%
Notarization
Not Required
Michigan statewide rate 6% — no local vehicle sales tax
FAQ — Documents for UTV Sale in Detroit
- What documents do I need to sell a utv in Detroit?
- To sell a utv in Detroit 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 MI Secretary of State – Detroit Office.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a utv in Detroit, Michigan?
- Yes. The MI Secretary of State – Detroit Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Michigan-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the utv title transfer fee in Detroit?
- The title transfer fee in Wayne County is $15.00. Sales tax of 6.00% is also due at the time of registration. Michigan statewide rate 6% — no local vehicle sales tax
- Where do I file a utv title transfer in Detroit?
- File at the MI Secretary of State – Detroit Office, 3046 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48202. Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (888) 767-6424.