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West Palm Beach Side by Side Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a side by side bill of sale in West Palm Beach, Florida (Form HSMV 82050). Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the Palm Beach County Tax Collector – West Palm Beach.

Title Transfer Fee

$75.25

Sales Tax Rate

7.00%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — West Palm Beach Side by Side Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid side by side bill of sale in West Palm Beach, Florida per Form HSMV 82050:

  • 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
  • Side by Side year, make, model, and body style
  • 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
  • Signature of seller
  • Signature of buyer

Notarization in West Palm Beach: Not Required

Florida does not require notarization for a side by side bill of sale. Florida does not require notarization for a private vehicle sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the title are sufficient. Both parties simply sign and date the completed form in the presence of each other.

Where to File — West Palm Beach Title Office

Office

Palm Beach County Tax Collector – West Palm Beach

Address

205 N Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Phone

(561) 355-5000

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Additional requirements in Palm Beach County:

  • Complete HSMV 82040 (Application for Certificate of Title) at the Palm Beach County Tax Collector
  • Florida sales tax + county discretionary surtax paid at time of title transfer
  • Title must be transferred within 30 days of purchase
  • Odometer disclosure required on the title for vehicles under 10 years old

What to Bring to the FL DMV

  • 1Completed, signed side by side bill of sale
  • 2Side by Side title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $75.25
  • 5Payment for sales tax (7.00% of sale price)

FAQ — Side by Side Bill of Sale Requirements in West Palm Beach

What are the required fields on a side by side bill of sale in West Palm Beach?
A valid side by side bill of sale in West Palm Beach, Florida 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 side by side in West Palm Beach?
The title transfer fee in Palm Beach County is $75.25. The side by side sales tax rate is 7.00%. Florida state rate 6% + Palm Beach County discretionary surtax 1%
Is notarization required for a side by side bill of sale in West Palm Beach?
No. Florida does not require notarization for a private vehicle sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the title are sufficient.
Where do I file a side by side title transfer in West Palm Beach?
File the title transfer at the Palm Beach County Tax Collector – West Palm Beach, 205 N Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (561) 355-5000.

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