How to Sell an ATV Privately in Indiana (2026)
| Titling agency | Indiana DMV ↗ |
| Transfer deadline | 45 days from sale |
| Sales / use tax | 7% (Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases) |
| Bill of sale notary | Not required |
| OHV permit required | No separate permit program |
| DMV title issued for ATVs | Yes |
| Lien release form | State Form 1014 |
How to Sell an ATV Privately in Indiana — 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. Indiana 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 Indiana 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. Indiana uses State Form 1014.
- 4Gather documentation — clean Indiana 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 Indiana 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 Indiana ATV title with buyer info, hours (if title shows hours), and sale date. Indiana requires odometer/hour disclosure for ATVs under 15 years old.
- 8Notify Indiana DMV — buyer must title and register within 45 days of the sale. Seller files release of liability with Indiana DMV to remove future liability.
Indiana lien release procedure
- Obtain State Form 1014 from the Indiana BMV or the lienholder.
- Lienholder completes and signs State Form 1014 releasing the lien.
- Submit State Form 1014 with the existing title and title application at an Indiana BMV branch.
- Pay the title fee and receive a clean Indiana title.
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Start My Indiana ATV Bill of Sale →Frequently Asked Questions — Indiana
Do I need a bill of sale to sell an ATV in Indiana?▾
Yes. Indiana 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 Indiana DMV.
Does Indiana title ATVs?▾
Yes — Indiana titles ATVs through Indiana 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 Indiana ATV title transfer deadline?▾
Indiana requires the buyer to transfer the ATV title within 45 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 Indiana?▾
Indiana charges 7% sales/use tax on private ATV sales. Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases The buyer typically pays the tax at Indiana DMV when titling the ATV.
Do I need an OHV permit to ride a privately purchased ATV in Indiana?▾
Indiana 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 Indiana ATV bill of sale?▾
Indiana does not require notarization for a private ATV bill of sale. A signed bill of sale with both parties' information is sufficient for Indiana DMV.
Source: Indiana DMV ↗ · Last verified 2026-05-07