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Madison, Wisconsin

Madison Truck Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a truck bill of sale in Madison, Wisconsin (Form MV2928). Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the WI DMV – Madison East Service Center.

Title Transfer Fee

$164.50

Sales Tax Rate

5.50%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — Madison Truck Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid truck bill of sale in Madison, Wisconsin per Form MV2928:

  • 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
  • Truck year, make, model, and body style
  • 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
  • Odometer reading at time of sale (federal disclosure required for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • Signature of seller
  • Signature of buyer

Notarization in Madison: Not Required

Wisconsin does not require notarization for a truck bill of sale. Wisconsin does not require notarization. Both parties simply sign and date the completed form in the presence of each other.

Where to File — Madison Title Office

Office

WI DMV – Madison East Service Center

Address

2001 Bartillon Dr, Madison, WI 53704

Phone

(608) 264-7447

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:45 PM

Additional requirements in Dane County:

  • Title transfer at DMV within 30 days
  • Sales tax at title transfer
  • Seller must sign title
  • Odometer disclosure required

What to Bring to the WI DMV

  • 1Completed, signed truck bill of sale
  • 2Truck title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $164.50
  • 5Payment for sales tax (5.50% of sale price)
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (if not included on title)

FAQ — Truck Bill of Sale Requirements in Madison

What are the required fields on a truck bill of sale in Madison?
A valid truck bill of sale in Madison, Wisconsin 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 truck in Madison?
The title transfer fee in Dane County is $164.50. The truck sales tax rate is 5.50%. Wisconsin state 5% + Dane County 0.5%
Is notarization required for a truck bill of sale in Madison?
No. Wisconsin does not require notarization.
Where do I file a truck title transfer in Madison?
File the title transfer at the WI DMV – Madison East Service Center, 2001 Bartillon Dr, Madison, WI 53704. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:45 PM. Phone: (608) 264-7447.

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