How to Sell an ATV Privately in Nevada (2026)
| Titling agency | Nevada DMV ↗ |
| Transfer deadline | 30 days from sale |
| Sales / use tax | 6.85% (Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases) |
| Bill of sale notary | Not required |
| OHV permit required | Yes — separate Nevada OHV sticker for public land |
| DMV title issued for ATVs | Yes |
| Lien release form | VP 009 or Lienholder Letter |
How to Sell an ATV Privately in Nevada — 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. Nevada 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 Nevada 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. Nevada uses VP 009 or Lienholder Letter.
- 4Gather documentation — clean Nevada 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 Nevada 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 Nevada OHV permit to ride on public land.
- 7Sign the title — endorse the back of the Nevada ATV title with buyer info, hours (if title shows hours), and sale date. Nevada requires odometer/hour disclosure for ATVs under 15 years old.
- 8Notify Nevada DMV — buyer must title and register within 30 days of the sale. Seller files release of liability with Nevada DMV to remove future liability. The buyer also obtains the Nevada OHV permit before riding on public land.
Nevada lien release procedure
- Obtain Form VP 009 from the Nevada DMV or request a lien release letter from the lienholder.
- Lienholder completes VP 009 or provides a signed release letter.
- Submit the lien release with the existing title and title application at a Nevada DMV office.
- Pay the title fee and receive a clean Nevada title.
Nevada OHV permit — what the buyer needs to know
Nevada 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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Do I need a bill of sale to sell an ATV in Nevada?▾
Yes. Nevada 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 Nevada DMV.
Does Nevada title ATVs?▾
Yes — Nevada titles ATVs through Nevada 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 Nevada ATV title transfer deadline?▾
Nevada 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.
Is sales tax owed on a private ATV sale in Nevada?▾
Nevada charges 6.85% sales/use tax on private ATV sales. Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases The buyer typically pays the tax at Nevada DMV when titling the ATV.
Do I need an OHV permit to ride a privately purchased ATV in Nevada?▾
Yes — Nevada 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 Nevada OHV program website for the current annual fee.
Do I need a notary for a Nevada ATV bill of sale?▾
Nevada does not require notarization for a private ATV bill of sale. A signed bill of sale with both parties' information is sufficient for Nevada DMV.
Source: Nevada DMV ↗ · Last verified 2026-05-07