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