How to Sell an ATV Privately in Minnesota (2026)
| Titling agency | Minnesota DMV ↗ |
| Transfer deadline | 10 days from sale |
| Sales / use tax | 6.5% (Motor vehicle sales tax applies to all vehicle sales) |
| Bill of sale notary | Not required |
| OHV permit required | No separate permit program |
| DMV title issued for ATVs | Yes |
| Lien release form | PS2004 or title lien release section |
How to Sell an ATV Privately in Minnesota — 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. Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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. Minnesota uses PS2004 or title lien release section.
- 4Gather documentation — clean Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota ATV title with buyer info, hours (if title shows hours), and sale date. Minnesota requires odometer/hour disclosure for ATVs under 15 years old.
- 8Notify Minnesota DMV — buyer must title and register within 10 days of the sale. Seller files release of liability with Minnesota DMV to remove future liability.
Minnesota lien release procedure
- Lienholder completes Form PS2004 or the lien release section on the existing title.
- Owner submits the lien release with the title and title application at a Minnesota DVS office.
- Pay the title fee and receive a clean Minnesota title.
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Do I need a bill of sale to sell an ATV in Minnesota?▾
Yes. Minnesota 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 Minnesota DMV.
Does Minnesota title ATVs?▾
Yes — Minnesota titles ATVs through Minnesota 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 Minnesota ATV title transfer deadline?▾
Minnesota requires the buyer to transfer the ATV title within 10 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 Minnesota?▾
Minnesota charges 6.5% sales/use tax on private ATV sales. Motor vehicle sales tax applies to all vehicle sales The buyer typically pays the tax at Minnesota DMV when titling the ATV.
Do I need an OHV permit to ride a privately purchased ATV in Minnesota?▾
Minnesota 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 Minnesota ATV bill of sale?▾
Minnesota does not require notarization for a private ATV bill of sale. A signed bill of sale with both parties' information is sufficient for Minnesota DMV.
Source: Minnesota DMV ↗ · Last verified 2026-05-07