Salt Lake City, Utah
Salt Lake City Golf Cart Bill of Sale Requirements
Complete requirements checklist for a golf cart bill of sale in Salt Lake City, Utah (Form TC-656). Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the Utah DMV – Salt Lake Office.
Fees, notarization rules, and filing addresses on this page are reviewed against 49 CFR Part 580 — Odometer Disclosure Requirements and the Utah DMV – Salt Lake Office. Source documents are cross-checked each quarter so Salt Lake City buyers and sellers always see the current Utah golf cart bill of sale standard, not stale third-party summaries.
Title Transfer Fee
$6.00
Sales Tax Rate
7.75%
Notarization
Not Required
Required Fields — Salt Lake City Golf Cart Bill of Sale
All of the following must appear on a valid golf cart bill of sale in Salt Lake City, Utah per Form TC-656:
- ✓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
- ✓Golf Cart year, make, model, and body style
- ✓17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
- ✓Signature of seller
- ✓Signature of buyer
Notarization in Salt Lake City: Not Required
Utah does not require notarization for a golf cart bill of sale. Utah does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Both parties simply sign and date the completed form in the presence of each other.
Utah Golf Cart transfer fees and requirements
In Utah, the title transfer fee is $6 and registration costs $44 - $150+ depending on vehicle age and type. Golf Cart sales are subject to 6.1% state sales tax plus local taxes (up to ~8.5%). Utah does not require notarization for private-party golf cart transfers. Emission testing is required in Utah — verify the golf cart passes before completing the sale.
- Safety and emissions inspection required in Cache, Davis, Salt Lake, Utah, and Weber counties
- Title transfer at DMV within 48 hours of sale
- Age-based registration fee structure
Official Utah bill of sale form
The official Utah bill of sale form is TC-656 (Bill of Sale). BillOfSaleNow generates a document that meets all Utah requirements and can be used in place of the official form.
Utah sales tax on golf cart purchases
Utah has a 6.1% state sales tax rate. 6.1% state plus local taxes (total up to ~8.5%). Private-party golf cart sales in Utah are subject to sales tax. Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases. The title transfer fee is $6.
Golf Cart market data and safety information
The most common golf cart makes in private-party sales are Club Car, E-Z-GO, Yamaha, Star EV, Garia. Average private-party golf cart prices range from $2,000–$15,000. Golf carts average 0.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Electrical, Brakes, Steering.
Safety checkpoints for buying a used golf cart
Before completing a golf cart bill of sale in Utah, verify these safety items:
- Test all batteries — battery pack replacement is the biggest expense ($1,000–$3,000)
- Check controller and speed sensor for erratic operation
- Verify street-legal equipment if LSV-classified (lights, mirrors, seatbelts, VIN)
- Test brake system — golf carts often sit unused and brakes can seize
- Confirm DOT-approved windshield is present on LSV-classified carts
- Verify 17-character VIN is present and matches title (LSV requirement)
- Test horn and reverse-warning beeper function
- Inspect lap belts and mounting points on all seating positions (LSV)
Golf Cart insurance and depreciation in Utah
Golf cart insurance is $100–$300/year. Required if operated on public roads as an LSV. Electric golf carts depreciate slowly — 20–30% over 5 years — but battery condition is the key value driver. Peak season for private golf cart sales is spring for golf communities, year-round in retirement areas (fl, az, sc), with an average of 30 days on market.
Golf Cart registration and titling
Golf Carts are classified as "Low-speed vehicle (LSV) if street-legal; otherwise unregistered recreational equipment" for registration purposes. LSVs must not exceed 25 mph on level ground. Modifications increasing speed above 25 mph may reclassify the vehicle. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to golf carts.
Golf Cart title transfer rules
Golf cart title and registration requirements vary widely. Some states classify golf carts as low-speed vehicles (LSVs) and require title, registration, and insurance. Others do not title golf carts at all. A bill of sale is often the only transfer record. LSV-classified golf carts receive standard vehicle titles. Non-LSV golf carts may not be eligible for a title. A bill of sale with the serial number is the primary transfer document for untitled carts.
Odometer disclosure for golf cart sales
Golf carts are exempt from federal odometer disclosure. Golf carts typically do not have odometers.
- Applicable law: 49 CFR 571.500 — Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard for Low-Speed Vehicles
Required disclosures for golf cart sales in Utah
When selling a golf cart in Utah, the following disclosures apply:
- LSV (Low-Speed Vehicle) classification requires specific safety equipment: headlights, taillights, mirrors, seatbelts, and a 17-digit VIN.
- Battery condition and age are the primary value drivers for electric golf carts and should be documented.
- Street-legal status — confirm whether the cart meets state LSV requirements if the buyer plans to drive on public roads.
Utah bill of sale statistics
BillOfSaleNow has generated 901 bill of sale documents for Utah transactions, with 24 generated this month alone. The most popular vehicle type is car.
Where to File — Salt Lake City Title Office
Office
Utah DMV – Salt Lake Office
Address
380 W 2880 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84115
Phone
(801) 297-7780
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Additional requirements in Salt Lake County:
- Title transfer at a Utah DMV office within 48 hours (not business days)
- Utah sales tax collected at title transfer
- Safety and emissions inspection required in Salt Lake County
- Seller must sign the title assignment
What to Bring to the UT DMV
- 1Completed, signed golf cart bill of sale
- 2Golf Cart title signed over by seller on the back
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $6.00
- 5Payment for sales tax (7.75% of sale price)
FAQ — Golf Cart Bill of Sale Requirements in Salt Lake City
- What are the required fields on a golf cart bill of sale in Salt Lake City?
- A valid golf cart bill of sale in Salt Lake City, Utah 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 golf cart in Salt Lake City?
- The title transfer fee in Salt Lake County is $6.00. The golf cart sales tax rate is 7.75%. Utah state rate 4.85% + Salt Lake County 1.1% + Salt Lake City 1.0% + transit 0.8%
- Is notarization required for a golf cart bill of sale in Salt Lake City?
- No. Utah does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
- Where do I file a golf cart title transfer in Salt Lake City?
- File the title transfer at the Utah DMV – Salt Lake Office, 380 W 2880 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84115. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (801) 297-7780.