Franklin, Wisconsin
How to Fill Out a Franklin Golf Cart Bill of Sale
Complete guide for filling out a golf cart bill of sale in Franklin, Wisconsin (Form MV2928). Includes the exact WisDOT DMV – Franklin location, current tax rates, and notarization requirements.
Title Transfer Fee
$165.00
Sales Tax Rate
6.50%
Notarization
Not Required
Step-by-Step: Filling Out Your Franklin Golf Cart Bill of Sale
- 1
Enter seller and buyer information
Write full legal names and current addresses exactly as they appear on government-issued IDs. Both buyer and seller must use their full legal names — no nicknames or abbreviations. Errors here cause delays at the WisDOT DMV – Franklin.
- 2
Record Golf Cart details and VIN
Enter the year, make, model, body style, color, and the 17-character VIN exactly as printed on the dashboard (visible through the windshield) or door jamb sticker. The VIN must match the vehicle title exactly.
- 3
Record sale price, date, and payment method
Write the agreed sale price in both numeral form ($12,500.00) and written form (twelve thousand five hundred dollars). Enter the exact date of the sale — this date triggers the Wisconsin title transfer requirement. Note payment method: cash, check, or other.
- 4
Both parties sign and date
Both buyer and seller sign and date the completed form. Sign with blue or black ballpoint ink. Wisconsin does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient. Print at least two originals — one for each party.
- 5
Submit to the WisDOT DMV – Franklin
Bring the signed bill of sale, the vehicle title (signed over on the back), and a valid ID to: Visit https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv for the nearest Franklin, WI office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers. You'll pay the title transfer fee of $165.00 and sales tax at 6.50%.
Franklin Title & Registration Office
Office
WisDOT DMV – Franklin
Address
Visit https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv for the nearest Franklin, WI office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Special requirements in Franklin County:
- Complete a title transfer at your local Wisconsin title office within the required timeframe
- Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases
- Both buyer and seller should retain a signed copy of the bill of sale
- Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and proof of insurance
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ✗Signing before the notary if notarization is required — the notary must witness the signature
- ✗VIN errors — even one wrong character causes the WI DMV to reject the title transfer
- ✗Leaving the sale price blank or writing "gift" if money changed hands — this triggers audit risk
- ✗Using correction fluid to fix mistakes — always initial handwritten corrections instead
- ✗Not keeping a copy — both buyer and seller need a signed original
FAQ — Golf Cart Bill of Sale in Franklin
- Where do I file a golf cart bill of sale in Franklin?
- File at the WisDOT DMV – Franklin, located at Visit https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv for the nearest Franklin, WI office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Franklin?
- The title transfer fee in Franklin County is $165.00. Combined sales tax rate: 6.50%. Wisconsin state rate 5% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- Does Franklin, Wisconsin require notarization for a golf cart bill of sale?
- No. Wisconsin does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
- What form do I use for a golf cart bill of sale in Wisconsin?
- Wisconsin uses Form MV2928 for golf cart title transfers. You can download it from the WisDOT DMV – Franklin or generate a state-compliant version at BillOfSaleNow.