Buffalo, New York
How to Fill Out a Buffalo UTV Bill of Sale
Complete guide for filling out a utv bill of sale in Buffalo, New York (Form MV-912). Includes the exact Erie County DMV – Buffalo location, current tax rates, and notarization requirements.
Title Transfer Fee
$50.00
Sales Tax Rate
8.00%
Notarization
Not Required
Step-by-Step: Filling Out Your Buffalo UTV 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 Erie County DMV – Buffalo.
- 2
Record UTV 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 New York 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. New York does not require notarization. Print at least two originals — one for each party.
- 5
Submit to the Erie County DMV – Buffalo
Bring the signed bill of sale, the vehicle title (signed over on the back), and a valid ID to: 1800 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14208. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM. Phone: (716) 858-8864. You'll pay the title transfer fee of $50.00 and sales tax at 8.00%.
Buffalo Title & Registration Office
Office
Erie County DMV – Buffalo
Address
1800 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14208
Phone
(716) 858-8864
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
Special requirements in Erie County:
- Complete MV-912 at the Erie County DMV
- Sales tax at title transfer
- Odometer disclosure for vehicles under 10 years old
- Both parties sign the title
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 NY 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 — UTV Bill of Sale in Buffalo
- Where do I file a utv bill of sale in Buffalo?
- File at the Erie County DMV – Buffalo, located at 1800 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14208. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM. Phone: (716) 858-8864.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Buffalo?
- The title transfer fee in Erie County is $50.00. Combined sales tax rate: 8.00%. New York State 4% + Erie County 4%
- Does Buffalo, New York require notarization for a utv bill of sale?
- No. New York does not require notarization.
- What form do I use for a utv bill of sale in New York?
- New York uses Form MV-912 for utv title transfers. You can download it from the Erie County DMV – Buffalo or generate a state-compliant version at BillOfSaleNow.