How to Sell an ATV Privately in Florida (2026)
| Titling agency | Florida DMV ↗ |
| Transfer deadline | 30 days from sale |
| Sales / use tax | 6% (Tax based on purchase price or NADA book value, whichever is higher) |
| Bill of sale notary | Not required |
| OHV permit required | No separate permit program |
| DMV title issued for ATVs | Yes |
| Lien release form | HSMV 82260 ↗ |
How to Sell an ATV Privately in Florida — 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. Florida 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 Florida 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. Florida uses HSMV 82260.
- 4Gather documentation — clean Florida 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 Florida 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 Florida ATV title with buyer info, hours (if title shows hours), and sale date. Florida requires odometer/hour disclosure for ATVs under 15 years old.
- 8Notify Florida DMV — buyer must title and register within 30 days of the sale. Seller files release of liability with Florida DMV to remove future liability.
Florida lien release procedure
- Obtain HSMV 82260 from the FLHSMV website or tax collector office.
- Lienholder completes Section 1 and mails the form and title to the owner or directly to the tax collector.
- Submit HSMV 82260 with application for new title at a Florida county tax collector office.
- Pay title fee (~$85.25) and receive clean title.
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Do I need a bill of sale to sell an ATV in Florida?▾
Yes. Florida 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 Florida DMV.
Does Florida title ATVs?▾
Yes — Florida titles ATVs through Florida 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 Florida ATV title transfer deadline?▾
Florida requires the buyer to transfer the ATV title within 30 days of the sale date. Missing the deadline can trigger late fees and back-dated registration penalties. FL does not require a notarized bill of sale, but HSMV 82050 (or odometer disclosure) may require notarization depending on vehicle year.
Is sales tax owed on a private ATV sale in Florida?▾
Florida charges 6% sales/use tax on private ATV sales. Tax based on purchase price or NADA book value, whichever is higher The buyer typically pays the tax at Florida DMV when titling the ATV.
Do I need an OHV permit to ride a privately purchased ATV in Florida?▾
Florida 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 Florida ATV bill of sale?▾
Florida does not require notarization for a private ATV bill of sale. FL does not require a notarized bill of sale, but HSMV 82050 (or odometer disclosure) may require notarization depending on vehicle year. A signed bill of sale with both parties' information is sufficient for Florida DMV.
Source: Florida DMV ↗ · Last verified 2026-05-07