How to Sell an ATV Privately in Connecticut (2026)
| Titling agency | Connecticut DMV ↗ |
| Transfer deadline | 60 days from sale |
| Sales / use tax | 6.35% (Sales tax applies to private party sales) |
| Bill of sale notary | Not required |
| OHV permit required | No separate permit program |
| DMV title issued for ATVs | Yes |
| Lien release form | H-106 |
How to Sell an ATV Privately in Connecticut — 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. Connecticut 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 Connecticut 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. Connecticut uses H-106.
- 4Gather documentation — clean Connecticut 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 Connecticut 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.
- 7Sign the title — endorse the back of the Connecticut ATV title with buyer info, hours (if title shows hours), and sale date. Connecticut requires odometer/hour disclosure for ATVs under 15 years old.
- 8Notify Connecticut DMV — buyer must title and register within 60 days of the sale. Seller files release of liability with Connecticut DMV to remove future liability.
Connecticut lien release procedure
- Obtain Form H-106 from the Connecticut DMV or the lienholder.
- Lienholder completes and signs H-106 releasing the lien.
- Submit H-106 with the existing title and title application at a CT DMV office.
- Pay the title fee and receive a clean title.
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Do I need a bill of sale to sell an ATV in Connecticut?▾
Yes. Connecticut 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 Connecticut DMV.
Does Connecticut title ATVs?▾
Yes — Connecticut titles ATVs through Connecticut 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 Connecticut ATV title transfer deadline?▾
Connecticut requires the buyer to transfer the ATV title within 60 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 Connecticut?▾
Connecticut charges 6.35% sales/use tax on private ATV sales. Sales tax applies to private party sales The buyer typically pays the tax at Connecticut DMV when titling the ATV.
Do I need an OHV permit to ride a privately purchased ATV in Connecticut?▾
Connecticut does not run a separate OHV permit program. The buyer's title/registration plus the bill of sale is sufficient to operate the ATV on public OHV trails. Private-property use does not require additional permits.
Do I need a notary for a Connecticut ATV bill of sale?▾
Connecticut does not require notarization for a private ATV bill of sale. A signed bill of sale with both parties' information is sufficient for Connecticut DMV.
Source: Connecticut DMV ↗ · Last verified 2026-05-07