How to Sell an RV Privately in Florida (2026)
| Titling agency | Florida DMV ↗ |
| Transfer deadline | 30 days from sale |
| Sales / use tax | 6% (Tax based on purchase price or NADA book value, whichever is higher) |
| Bill of sale notary | Not required |
| Title fees by weight class | No — flat fee regardless of weight |
| VIN inspection (out-of-state) | Required · Out-of-state vehicles must have a VIN verification (HSMV 82042) completed before FL title is issued. |
| Lien release form | HSMV 82260 ↗ |
How to Sell an RV Privately in Florida — 8 Steps
- 1Locate the chassis VIN — on motorhomes (Class A, B, C) the 17-character chassis VIN is on the cab door jamb, dashboard, or driver-side windshield. Florida titles the RV by chassis VIN, so this is the number that goes on every bill of sale.
- 2Record the coach serial — on motorhomes there's a second number on the coach builder's data plate (inside a cabinet door, near the entry steps, or in a basement bay). Note it alongside the chassis VIN on the bill of sale. Towable RVs (travel trailers, fifth wheels, pop-ups) only have one VIN, usually on the tongue or front A-frame.
- 3Clear any liens — if the RV was financed, request a payoff quote and lien release letter. Florida uses HSMV 82260.
- 4Gather documentation — clean Florida title (no liens), current registration card, RV maintenance records, manufacturer's owner's manual, appliance/slide-out service records, and tow capacity documentation for towables.
- 5Price the RV — check NADA RV Guides, RV Trader comps, and recent Florida dealer sold prices. Class A motorhomes, fifth wheels, and Class B vans hold value differently — factor in mileage on motorhomes and slide-out/appliance condition on all classes.
- 6Complete the bill of sale — chassis VIN, coach serial (if motorhome), year/make/model, length, RV class (A/B/C/travel trailer/fifth wheel/etc.), sale price, sale date, and both parties' full legal names and addresses.
- 7Sign the title — endorse the back of the Florida title with buyer info, odometer reading (motorhomes only), and sale date. Florida requires odometer disclosure for motorhomes under 15 years old.
- 8Notify Florida DMV — buyer must title and register within 30 days of the sale. Seller files release of liability with Florida DMV to remove future ticket/toll liability. Out-of-state RVs may require a VIN inspection — schedule with Florida DMV.
Florida lien release procedure
- Obtain HSMV 82260 from the FLHSMV website or tax collector office.
- Lienholder completes Section 1 and mails the form and title to the owner or directly to the tax collector.
- Submit HSMV 82260 with application for new title at a Florida county tax collector office.
- Pay title fee (~$85.25) and receive clean title.
Selling a travel trailer or fifth wheel
Towable RVs (travel trailers, fifth wheels, pop-ups, toy haulers) are titled as trailers in Florida, not as motorhomes — no chassis VIN, no odometer. The single VIN is on the tongue or front A-frame. If the trailer was sold with a tow vehicle as part of one transaction, prepare two bills of sale (one for the trailer, one for the tow vehicle) so each title transfers cleanly with Florida DMV.
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Do I need a bill of sale to sell an RV in Florida?▾
Yes. Florida requires a written bill of sale for private RV transfers to document the chassis VIN, coach serial number, year/make/model, sale price, and both parties' signatures. The buyer needs the bill of sale to title the RV with Florida DMV. For towable RVs (travel trailers, fifth wheels), the trailer itself usually also requires a separate bill of sale.
What's the difference between chassis VIN and coach serial on an RV?▾
Motorhomes (Class A, B, C) have two identifying numbers — the chassis VIN (on the cab door jamb, same place as a passenger truck VIN) and a coach serial number (on the coach builder's data plate, usually inside a cabinet door). Florida titles motorhomes by chassis VIN; record both numbers on the bill of sale to remove buyer confusion.
What is the Florida RV title transfer deadline?▾
Florida requires the buyer to transfer the RV title within 30 days of the sale date. Missing the deadline can trigger late fees and back-dated registration penalties. FL does not require a notarized bill of sale, but HSMV 82050 (or odometer disclosure) may require notarization depending on vehicle year.
Is sales tax owed on a private RV sale in Florida?▾
Florida charges 6% sales/use tax on private RV sales. Tax based on purchase price or NADA book value, whichever is higher The buyer typically pays the tax at Florida DMV when titling the RV.
Do I need a notary for a Florida RV bill of sale?▾
Florida does not require notarization for a private RV bill of sale. FL does not require a notarized bill of sale, but HSMV 82050 (or odometer disclosure) may require notarization depending on vehicle year. However, the title itself must be properly endorsed before Florida DMV will issue a new title in the buyer's name.
How does a buyer register an RV purchased privately in Florida?▾
The buyer takes the signed bill of sale and endorsed title to Florida DMV and pays the title fee plus 6% sales/use tax. Transfer must be completed within 30 days of the sale date. Out-of-state RVs may require a VIN inspection — schedule with Florida DMV or a licensed inspector. Out-of-state vehicles must have a VIN verification (HSMV 82042) completed before FL title is issued.
Source: Florida DMV ↗ · Last verified 2026-05-07