How to Sell an ATV Privately in Vermont (2026)
| Titling agency | Vermont DMV ↗ |
| Transfer deadline | 60 days from sale |
| Sales / use tax | 6% (Purchase and use 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 | VD-007 or Title Lien Section |
How to Sell an ATV Privately in Vermont — 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. Vermont 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 Vermont 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. Vermont uses VD-007 or Title Lien Section.
- 4Gather documentation — clean Vermont 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 Vermont 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 Vermont ATV title with buyer info, hours (if title shows hours), and sale date. Vermont requires odometer/hour disclosure for ATVs under 15 years old.
- 8Notify Vermont DMV — buyer must title and register within 60 days of the sale. Seller files release of liability with Vermont DMV to remove future liability.
Vermont lien release procedure
- Lienholder completes Form VD-007 or the lien release section on the existing Vermont title.
- Owner submits the lien release with the title and title application at a Vermont DMV office.
- Pay the title fee and receive a clean Vermont title.
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Do I need a bill of sale to sell an ATV in Vermont?▾
Yes. Vermont 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 Vermont DMV.
Does Vermont title ATVs?▾
Yes — Vermont titles ATVs through Vermont 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 Vermont ATV title transfer deadline?▾
Vermont requires the buyer to transfer the ATV title within 60 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 Vermont?▾
Vermont charges 6% sales/use tax on private ATV sales. Purchase and use tax applies to all vehicle sales The buyer typically pays the tax at Vermont DMV when titling the ATV.
Do I need an OHV permit to ride a privately purchased ATV in Vermont?▾
Vermont 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 Vermont ATV bill of sale?▾
Vermont does not require notarization for a private ATV bill of sale. A signed bill of sale with both parties' information is sufficient for Vermont DMV.
Source: Vermont DMV ↗ · Last verified 2026-05-07