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Thornton, Colorado

Thornton SUV Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a suv 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 SUV Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid suv 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
  • SUV 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 suv 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 suv bill of sale
  • 2SUV 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 — SUV Bill of Sale Requirements in Thornton

What are the required fields on a suv bill of sale in Thornton?
A valid suv 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 suv in Thornton?
The title transfer fee in Adams County is $7.20. The suv 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 suv bill of sale in Thornton?
No. Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Where do I file a suv 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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