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Knoxville, Tennessee

Documents Needed to Sell a UTV in Knoxville

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private utv sale in Knoxville, Tennessee. File at the Knox County Clerk – Title Office — title transfer fee: $13.50, sales tax: 9.25%.

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: $13.50
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 9.25% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Tennessee insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Tennessee

Tennessee does not require notarization.

Where to File in Knoxville

Office

Knox County Clerk – Title Office

Address

300 Main St, Knoxville, TN 37902

Phone

(865) 215-2385

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Fees for UTV Title Transfer in Knoxville

Title Transfer Fee

$13.50

Sales Tax Rate

9.25%

Notarization

Not Required

Tennessee state rate 7% + Knox County 2.25%

FAQ — Documents for UTV Sale in Knoxville

What documents do I need to sell a utv in Knoxville?
To sell a utv in Knoxville 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 Knox County Clerk – Title Office.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a utv in Knoxville, Tennessee?
Yes. The Knox County Clerk – Title Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Tennessee-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the utv title transfer fee in Knoxville?
The title transfer fee in Knox County is $13.50. Sales tax of 9.25% is also due at the time of registration. Tennessee state rate 7% + Knox County 2.25%
Where do I file a utv title transfer in Knoxville?
File at the Knox County Clerk – Title Office, 300 Main St, Knoxville, TN 37902. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (865) 215-2385.

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