Mansfield, Texas
How to Fill Out a Mansfield Tractor Bill of Sale
Complete guide for filling out a tractor bill of sale in Mansfield, Texas (Form 130-U). Includes the exact Tarrant County Tax Assessor-Collector – Mansfield location, current tax rates, and notarization requirements.
Title Transfer Fee
$28.00
Sales Tax Rate
8.25%
Notarization
Not Required
Step-by-Step: Filling Out Your Mansfield Tractor Bill of Sale
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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 Tarrant County Tax Assessor-Collector – Mansfield.
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Record Tractor 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.
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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 Texas title transfer requirement. Note payment method: cash, check, or other.
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Both parties sign and date
Both buyer and seller sign and date the completed form. Sign with blue or black ballpoint ink. Texas does not require notarization for a private-party vehicle sale. A signed bill of sale and completed Form 130-U are sufficient. Print at least two originals — one for each party.
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Submit to the Tarrant County Tax Assessor-Collector – Mansfield
Bring the signed bill of sale, the vehicle title (signed over on the back), and a valid ID to: 1200 E Broad St, Mansfield, TX 76063. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (817) 274-8000. You'll pay the title transfer fee of $28.00 and sales tax at 8.25%.
Mansfield Title & Registration Office
Office
Tarrant County Tax Assessor-Collector – Mansfield
Address
1200 E Broad St, Mansfield, TX 76063
Phone
(817) 274-8000
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Special requirements in Tarrant County:
- Complete Texas Application for Texas Title (Form 130-U) at the Tarrant County tax office
- Title transfer must be completed within 30 days of sale to avoid a $25 penalty
- Seller must provide a signed title and odometer disclosure
- Vehicle must pass a Texas safety inspection before registration transfer
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 TX 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 — Tractor Bill of Sale in Mansfield
- Where do I file a tractor bill of sale in Mansfield?
- File at the Tarrant County Tax Assessor-Collector – Mansfield, located at 1200 E Broad St, Mansfield, TX 76063. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (817) 274-8000.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Mansfield?
- The title transfer fee in Tarrant County is $28.00. Combined sales tax rate: 8.25%. Texas state rate 6.25% + Tarrant County/Mansfield local rate 2.00%
- Does Mansfield, Texas require notarization for a tractor bill of sale?
- No. Texas does not require notarization for a private-party vehicle sale. A signed bill of sale and completed Form 130-U are sufficient.
- What form do I use for a tractor bill of sale in Texas?
- Texas uses Form 130-U for tractor title transfers. You can download it from the Tarrant County Tax Assessor-Collector – Mansfield or generate a state-compliant version at BillOfSaleNow.