How to Sell an ATV Privately in New Jersey (2026)
| Titling agency | New Jersey DMV ↗ |
| Transfer deadline | 10 days from sale |
| Sales / use tax | 6.625% (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 | OS/SS-51 or Title (lien section) |
How to Sell an ATV Privately in New Jersey — 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. New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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. New Jersey uses OS/SS-51 or Title (lien section).
- 4Gather documentation — clean New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey ATV title with buyer info, hours (if title shows hours), and sale date. New Jersey requires odometer/hour disclosure for ATVs under 15 years old.
- 8Notify New Jersey DMV — buyer must title and register within 10 days of the sale. Seller files release of liability with New Jersey DMV to remove future liability.
New Jersey lien release procedure
- Lienholder completes Form OS/SS-51 or the lien release section on the existing NJ title.
- Owner submits the lien release with the title and title application at a NJ MVC agency.
- Pay the title fee and receive a clean New Jersey title.
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Do I need a bill of sale to sell an ATV in New Jersey?▾
Yes. New Jersey 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 New Jersey DMV.
Does New Jersey title ATVs?▾
Yes — New Jersey titles ATVs through New Jersey 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 New Jersey ATV title transfer deadline?▾
New Jersey 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 New Jersey?▾
New Jersey charges 6.625% sales/use tax on private ATV sales. Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases The buyer typically pays the tax at New Jersey DMV when titling the ATV.
Do I need an OHV permit to ride a privately purchased ATV in New Jersey?▾
New Jersey 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 New Jersey ATV bill of sale?▾
New Jersey does not require notarization for a private ATV bill of sale. A signed bill of sale with both parties' information is sufficient for New Jersey DMV.
Source: New Jersey DMV ↗ · Last verified 2026-05-07