What county is Auburn in, and which office handles title transfers?
Auburn is in Lee County. Title transfers are handled by the Lee County License Office at 215 S 9th St, Opelika, AL 36801. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (334) 737-3660.
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Auburn, Alabama Golf Cart Bill of Sale
Use this bill of sale when selling a golf cart in Auburn, Alabama. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.
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What to include
- Buyer and seller names and addresses
- Golf Cart VIN and vehicle details
- Sale price and date
- Signatures from both parties
Next step
Create a compliant bill of sale and download the signed PDF immediately.
Local Requirements — Lee County
DMV / Title Office
Lee County License Office
Address
215 S 9th St, Opelika, AL 36801
Phone
(334) 737-3660
Office Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Transfer Fees & Taxes
Title Transfer Fee
$18.00
Sales Tax Rate
9.00%
Base Registration Fee
$23.00
Alabama state rate 2% (vehicles) + Lee County 2% + Auburn city 5%
Notarization: NOT REQUIRED
Alabama does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Auburn Transfer Checklist
- Transfer title at the Lee County License Office within 20 days
- Alabama sales tax paid at time of title transfer
- Seller must sign the title assignment
- Odometer disclosure required for vehicles under 10 years old
County Information — Lee County
County Clerk / Recorder
Lee County Probate Judge
Phone
(334) 737-3660
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 Alabama, 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
Golf Cart insurance and depreciation in Alabama
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 sales in Auburn, Alabama
Auburn residents completing a golf cart bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Alabama state rules. The state sales tax rate is 2%, 2% state rate for private sales; county/city taxes may add 1–4%. The most popular golf cart makes in Alabama include Club Car, E-Z-GO, Yamaha.
Alabama bill of sale statistics
BillOfSaleNow has generated 1,243 bill of sale documents for Alabama transactions, with 34 generated this month alone. The most popular vehicle type is car.
Why Documentation Helps Protect Asking Price
45% faster sale
Vehicles whose listings include a history report spend ~45% less time on site before selling, and report-viewers are 5x more likely to become a lead.
Source: Experian / AutoCheck
$4,000 avg loss
NHTSA estimates 450,000+ vehicles per year are sold with rolled-back odometers — the average victim loses about $4,000 in downstream repair costs.
Source: NHTSA
17.5M private sales/yr
About 17.5 million private-party vehicle transactions happen in the U.S. each year — roughly 47% of the used market.
Source: Cox Automotive 2024
1 in 3 buyers
Roughly 1 in 3 used-car buyers say they suspect private sellers are hiding mechanical problems — documentation closes that trust gap.
Source: JW Surety Bonds (n=3,000)
Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate on a golf cart sale in Auburn?
The combined rate is 9.00%. Alabama state rate 2% (vehicles) + Lee County 2% + Auburn city 5%.
Is notarization required for a golf cart bill of sale in Auburn?
No. Alabama does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
What fees should I expect when transferring a golf cart title in Auburn?
Title transfer fee: $18.00. Base registration fee: $23.00. Sales tax at 9.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.