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Create Surprise, Arizona Golf Cart Bill of Sale Online

Use this bill of sale when selling a golf cart in Surprise, Arizona. 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 — Maricopa County

DMV / Title Office

AZ MVD – Surprise Office

Address

12425 W Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ 85374

Phone

(602) 255-0072

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$4.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.10%

Base Registration Fee

$8.00

Arizona state rate 5.6% + Maricopa County 0.7% + Surprise city rate 1.8%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Arizona does not require notarization for a vehicle bill of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the title and a written bill of sale are sufficient.

Surprise Transfer Checklist

  • Complete an AZ MVD title application (Form 96-0236) within 15 days of sale
  • Seller must complete the assignment on the back of the Arizona title
  • Use tax (5.6%) paid by buyer at time of title transfer
  • Odometer disclosure required for vehicles under 10 years old

County Information — Maricopa County

County Clerk / Recorder

Maricopa County Clerk of the Superior Court

Phone

(602) 372-5375

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 Arizona, 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 Arizona

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 Surprise, Arizona

Surprise residents completing a golf cart bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Arizona state rules. The state sales tax rate is 5.6%, dealer sales: 5.6% + county. private sales: flat $20 vlt instead. The most popular golf cart makes in Arizona include Club Car, E-Z-GO, Yamaha.

Arizona bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 2,871 bill of sale documents for Arizona transactions, with 77 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 county is Surprise in, and which office handles title transfers?

Surprise is in Maricopa County. Title transfers are handled by the AZ MVD – Surprise Office at 12425 W Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ 85374. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (602) 255-0072.

What is the sales tax rate on a golf cart sale in Surprise?

The combined rate is 8.10%. Arizona state rate 5.6% + Maricopa County 0.7% + Surprise city rate 1.8%.

Is notarization required for a golf cart bill of sale in Surprise?

No. Arizona does not require notarization for a vehicle bill of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the title and a written bill of sale are sufficient.

What fees should I expect when transferring a golf cart title in Surprise?

Title transfer fee: $4.00. Base registration fee: $8.00. Sales tax at 8.10% is collected at the time of title transfer.