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Long Beach, California UTV Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a utv in Long Beach, California. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Long Beach, CaliforniaUTVPopulation rank #40

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • UTV 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 — Los Angeles County

DMV / Title Office

DMV Long Beach Office

Address

3700 E Willow St, Long Beach, CA 90815

Phone

(800) 777-0133

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM)

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$23.00

Sales Tax Rate

10.25%

Base Registration Fee

$46.00

California state base 7.25% + Los Angeles County 2.25% + Long Beach city 0.75%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

California does not require notarization for vehicle transfers.

Long Beach Transfer Checklist

  • Submit REG 138 within 5 days of sale
  • Buyer must transfer title within 10 days
  • Smog certificate required for vehicles more than 4 model years old
  • Both parties should keep a copy of the bill of sale

County Information — Los Angeles County

County Clerk / Recorder

Los Angeles County Clerk

Phone

(562) 462-2137

UTV market data and safety information

The most common utv makes in private-party sales are Polaris, Can-Am, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki. Average private-party utv prices range from $5,000–$25,000. Utvs average 2.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Steering, Fuel System, Fire Hazard.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used utv

Before completing a utv bill of sale in California, verify these safety items:

  • Verify ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) is intact and unmodified
  • Check seat belt function for all seating positions
  • Inspect half doors and nets for proper latching
  • Test differential lock and selectable drive modes

UTV insurance and depreciation in California

UTV insurance averages $200–$600/year. Multi-passenger models cost more to insure. UTVs depreciate similarly to ATVs — 30–40% in 3 years. Sport models depreciate faster than utility models. Peak season for private utv sales is spring for sport models, fall for hunting/utility models, with an average of 28 days on market.

UTV registration and titling

UTVs are classified as "Off-highway vehicle (OHV) — some states allow street-legal registration with modifications" for registration purposes. UTVs are classified by seating capacity and engine displacement. Side-by-sides over 1,000cc may face additional state restrictions. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to utvs.

UTV sales in Long Beach, California

Long Beach residents completing a utv bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to California state rules. The state sales tax rate is 7.25%, 7.25% base; county/city adds 0.25–3.25% (total up to 10.75%). The most popular utv makes in California include Polaris, Can-Am, Honda.

California bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 14,217 bill of sale documents for California transactions, with 382 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 Long Beach in, and which office handles title transfers?

Long Beach is in Los Angeles County. Title transfers are handled by the DMV Long Beach Office at 3700 E Willow St, Long Beach, CA 90815. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM). Phone: (800) 777-0133.

What is the sales tax rate on a utv sale in Long Beach?

The combined rate is 10.25%. California state base 7.25% + Los Angeles County 2.25% + Long Beach city 0.75%.

Is notarization required for a utv bill of sale in Long Beach?

No. California does not require notarization for vehicle transfers.

What fees should I expect when transferring a utv title in Long Beach?

Title transfer fee: $23.00. Base registration fee: $46.00. Sales tax at 10.25% is collected at the time of title transfer.