How to Sell an ATV Privately in Ohio (2026)
| Titling agency | Ohio DMV ↗ |
| Transfer deadline | 30 days from sale |
| Sales / use tax | 5.75% (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 | BMV 3774 |
How to Sell an ATV Privately in Ohio — 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. Ohio 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 Ohio 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. Ohio uses BMV 3774.
- 4Gather documentation — clean Ohio 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 Ohio 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 Ohio ATV title with buyer info, hours (if title shows hours), and sale date. Ohio requires odometer/hour disclosure for ATVs under 15 years old.
- 8Notify Ohio DMV — buyer must title and register within 30 days of the sale. Seller files release of liability with Ohio DMV to remove future liability.
Ohio lien release procedure
- Obtain Form BMV 3774 from the Ohio BMV or the lienholder.
- Lienholder completes and signs BMV 3774 releasing the lien.
- Submit BMV 3774 with the existing title and title application at a county title office.
- Pay the title fee and receive a clean Ohio title.
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Do I need a bill of sale to sell an ATV in Ohio?▾
Yes. Ohio 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 Ohio DMV.
Does Ohio title ATVs?▾
Yes — Ohio titles ATVs through Ohio 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 Ohio ATV title transfer deadline?▾
Ohio 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 Ohio?▾
Ohio charges 5.75% sales/use tax on private ATV sales. Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases The buyer typically pays the tax at Ohio DMV when titling the ATV.
Do I need an OHV permit to ride a privately purchased ATV in Ohio?▾
Ohio 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 Ohio ATV bill of sale?▾
Ohio does not require notarization for a private ATV bill of sale. A signed bill of sale with both parties' information is sufficient for Ohio DMV.
Source: Ohio DMV ↗ · Last verified 2026-05-07