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Thornton Electric Vehicle Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a electric vehicle bill of sale in Thornton, Colorado (Form DR 2173). Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the Adams County Motor Vehicle.

Title Transfer Fee

$7.20

Sales Tax Rate

8.75%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — Thornton Electric Vehicle Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid electric vehicle bill of sale in Thornton, Colorado per Form DR 2173:

  • Full legal name and current address of seller
  • Full legal name and current address of buyer
  • Agreed sale price (in numerals and words)
  • Date of sale
  • Electric Vehicle year, make, model, and body style
  • 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
  • Signature of seller
  • Signature of buyer

Notarization in Thornton: Not Required

Colorado does not require notarization for a electric vehicle bill of sale. Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Both parties simply sign and date the completed form in the presence of each other.

Where to File — Thornton Title Office

Office

Adams County Motor Vehicle

Address

4430 S Adams County Pkwy, Brighton, CO 80601

Phone

(720) 523-6010

Hours

Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM

Additional requirements in Adams County:

  • Title must be transferred at the Adams County Motor Vehicle office within 60 days
  • Emissions testing required in the Denver metro area
  • Buyer pays sales/use tax at time of title transfer
  • Vehicle specific ownership tax assessed annually

What to Bring to the CO DMV

  • 1Completed, signed electric vehicle bill of sale
  • 2Electric Vehicle title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $7.20
  • 5Payment for sales tax (8.75% of sale price)

FAQ — Electric Vehicle Bill of Sale Requirements in Thornton

What are the required fields on a electric vehicle bill of sale in Thornton?
A valid electric vehicle bill of sale in Thornton, Colorado must include both parties' full legal names and addresses, sale date, agreed sale price, VIN, year, make, model, and signatures of buyer and seller.
What is the title transfer fee for a electric vehicle in Thornton?
The title transfer fee in Adams County is $7.20. The electric vehicle sales tax rate is 8.75%. Colorado state rate 2.9% + Adams County 0.75% + Thornton city 3.75% + RTD 1.0% + cultural 0.1%
Is notarization required for a electric vehicle bill of sale in Thornton?
No. Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Where do I file a electric vehicle title transfer in Thornton?
File the title transfer at the Adams County Motor Vehicle, 4430 S Adams County Pkwy, Brighton, CO 80601. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (720) 523-6010.

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