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Montgomery UTV Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a utv bill of sale in Montgomery, Alabama. Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the Montgomery County License Office.

Title Transfer Fee

$18.00

Sales Tax Rate

10.00%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — Montgomery UTV Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid utv bill of sale in Montgomery, Alabama:

  • 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
  • UTV 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 Montgomery: Not Required

Alabama does not require notarization for a utv bill of sale. Alabama does not require notarization. Both parties sign the title to complete the transfer. Both parties simply sign and date the completed form in the presence of each other.

Where to File — Montgomery Title Office

Office

Montgomery County License Office

Address

100 S Lawrence St, Montgomery, AL 36104

Phone

(334) 832-1335

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Additional requirements in Montgomery County:

  • Title transfer at the Montgomery County License Office within 20 days
  • Buyer pays state and local sales taxes at time of title transfer
  • Odometer disclosure required on the title for vehicles under 10 years old
  • Both parties should keep a copy of the bill of sale

What to Bring to the AL DMV

  • 1Completed, signed utv bill of sale
  • 2UTV title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $18.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax (10.00% of sale price)
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (if not included on title)

FAQ — UTV Bill of Sale Requirements in Montgomery

What are the required fields on a utv bill of sale in Montgomery?
A valid utv bill of sale in Montgomery, Alabama 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 utv in Montgomery?
The title transfer fee in Montgomery County is $18.00. The utv sales tax rate is 10.00%. Alabama state rate 2% (vehicles) + Montgomery County 2.5% + Montgomery city 5.5%
Is notarization required for a utv bill of sale in Montgomery?
No. Alabama does not require notarization. Both parties sign the title to complete the transfer.
Where do I file a utv title transfer in Montgomery?
File the title transfer at the Montgomery County License Office, 100 S Lawrence St, Montgomery, AL 36104. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (334) 832-1335.

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