Lakewood, Colorado
How to Fill Out a Lakewood Truck Bill of Sale
Complete guide for filling out a truck bill of sale in Lakewood, Colorado (Form DR 2173). Includes the exact Jefferson County Motor Vehicle location, current tax rates, and notarization requirements.
Title Transfer Fee
$7.20
Sales Tax Rate
7.50%
Notarization
Not Required
Step-by-Step: Filling Out Your Lakewood Truck 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 Jefferson County Motor Vehicle.
- 2
Record Truck 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. Also enter the current odometer reading — federal law mandates accurate odometer disclosure for vehicles under 10 model years old.
- 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 Colorado 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. Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Print at least two originals — one for each party.
- 5
Submit to the Jefferson County Motor Vehicle
Bring the signed bill of sale, the vehicle title (signed over on the back), and a valid ID to: 100 Jefferson County Pkwy, Golden, CO 80419. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (303) 271-8100. You'll pay the title transfer fee of $7.20 and sales tax at 7.50%.
Lakewood Title & Registration Office
Office
Jefferson County Motor Vehicle
Address
100 Jefferson County Pkwy, Golden, CO 80419
Phone
(303) 271-8100
Hours
Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM
Special requirements in Jefferson County:
- Title must be transferred at the Jefferson County Motor Vehicle office within 60 days
- Emissions testing required in the Denver metro area including Lakewood
- Buyer pays sales/use tax at time of title transfer
- Vehicle specific ownership tax assessed annually
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 CO DMV to reject the title transfer
- ✗Leaving the sale price blank or writing "gift" if money changed hands — this triggers audit risk
- ✗Skipping odometer disclosure — federal law requires it for vehicles under 10 years old
- ✗Using correction fluid to fix mistakes — always initial handwritten corrections instead
- ✗Not keeping a copy — both buyer and seller need a signed original
FAQ — Truck Bill of Sale in Lakewood
- Where do I file a truck bill of sale in Lakewood?
- File at the Jefferson County Motor Vehicle, located at 100 Jefferson County Pkwy, Golden, CO 80419. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (303) 271-8100.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Lakewood?
- The title transfer fee in Jefferson County is $7.20. Combined sales tax rate: 7.50%. Colorado state rate 2.9% + Jefferson County 0.5% + Lakewood city 3.0% + RTD 1.0%
- Does Lakewood, Colorado require notarization for a truck bill of sale?
- No. Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
- What form do I use for a truck bill of sale in Colorado?
- Colorado uses Form DR 2173 for truck title transfers. You can download it from the Jefferson County Motor Vehicle or generate a state-compliant version at BillOfSaleNow.