How to Sell an ATV Privately in Arizona (2026)
| Titling agency | Arizona DMV ↗ |
| Transfer deadline | 15 days from sale |
| Sales / use tax | 5.6% (Private party sales pay a flat $20 vehicle license transfer fee instead of sales tax) |
| Bill of sale notary | Not required |
| OHV permit required | Yes — separate Arizona OHV sticker for public land |
| DMV title issued for ATVs | Yes |
| Lien release form | Title (lien section) |
How to Sell an ATV Privately in Arizona — 8 Steps
- 1Locate the frame VIN — on ATVs the 17-character frame VIN is stamped on the frame near the engine, on the steering head, or on a stamped plate on the left side of the frame rail. Arizona requires this on every bill of sale and the title.
- 2Note the engine displacement and class — ATV engines are sized in cc (cubic centimeters); youth ATVs under 90cc fall under separate Arizona youth-rider rules and may have different registration paths than adult ATVs 250cc+.
- 3Clear any liens — if the ATV was financed, request a payoff quote and lien release letter. Arizona uses Title (lien section).
- 4Gather documentation — clean Arizona title (no liens), current registration card, maintenance records, manufacturer's owner's manual, and any OHV/trail permit stickers on the ATV.
- 5Price the ATV — check Kelley Blue Book Powersports, NADA Guides (ATVs), and recent Arizona ATV Trader / Craigslist / Facebook Marketplace comps. Hours, condition, aftermarket parts (winch, plow, tires), and youth/adult class all affect value.
- 6Complete the bill of sale — frame VIN, year/make/model, engine displacement, hours (if tracked), sale price, sale date, and both parties' full legal names and addresses. Note that the buyer will also need to obtain a Arizona OHV permit to ride on public land.
- 7Sign the title — endorse the back of the Arizona ATV title with buyer info, hours (if title shows hours), and sale date. Arizona requires odometer/hour disclosure for ATVs under 15 years old.
- 8Notify Arizona DMV — buyer must title and register within 15 days of the sale. Seller files release of liability with Arizona DMV to remove future liability. The buyer also obtains the Arizona OHV permit before riding on public land.
Arizona lien release procedure
- Lienholder completes the lien release section on the back of the existing title.
- Owner submits the released title with a title application at an AZ MVD office or Authorized Third Party.
- Pay the title fee and receive a new title without lien notation.
Arizona OHV permit — what the buyer needs to know
Arizona requires every off-highway vehicle (ATV, UTV, dirt bike) to display a current OHV sticker before operating on BLM land, national forest trails, state forest land, or state park OHV areas. The permit is purchased annually and is separate from any DMV title or registration — note this on the bill of sale so the buyer is not surprised at the trailhead.
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Start My Arizona ATV Bill of Sale →Frequently Asked Questions — Arizona
Do I need a bill of sale to sell an ATV in Arizona?▾
Yes. Arizona requires a written bill of sale for private ATV transfers to document the frame VIN, year/make/model, engine displacement, sale price, and both parties' signatures. The buyer needs the bill of sale to register the ATV with Arizona DMV.
Does Arizona title ATVs?▾
Yes — Arizona titles ATVs through Arizona DMV. The seller endorses the title to the buyer, and the buyer presents the endorsed title plus the signed bill of sale to title and register the ATV in their name.
What is the Arizona ATV title transfer deadline?▾
Arizona requires the buyer to transfer the ATV title within 15 days of the sale date. Missing the deadline can trigger late fees and back-dated registration penalties.
Is sales tax owed on a private ATV sale in Arizona?▾
Arizona charges 5.6% sales/use tax on private ATV sales. Private party sales pay a flat $20 vehicle license transfer fee instead of sales tax The buyer typically pays the tax at Arizona DMV when titling the ATV.
Do I need an OHV permit to ride a privately purchased ATV in Arizona?▾
Yes — Arizona runs a separate Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) permit program. The new owner must purchase an OHV sticker before riding the ATV on public land, BLM trails, state forest land, or state park OHV areas. The sticker is separate from any DMV title or registration. Check the Arizona OHV program website for the current annual fee.
Do I need a notary for a Arizona ATV bill of sale?▾
Arizona does not require notarization for a private ATV bill of sale. A signed bill of sale with both parties' information is sufficient for Arizona DMV.
Source: Arizona DMV ↗ · Last verified 2026-05-07