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Aurora, Colorado Car Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a car in Aurora, Colorado. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

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What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Car 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 — Arapahoe County

DMV / Title Office

Arapahoe County Motor Vehicle

Address

5334 S Prince St, Littleton, CO 80120

Phone

(720) 874-6500

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$7.20

Sales Tax Rate

8.00%

Base Registration Fee

$26.00

Colorado state rate 2.9% + Arapahoe County 0.25% + Aurora city 3.75% + RTD 1.0%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Aurora Transfer Checklist

  • Title must be transferred at the Arapahoe County Motor Vehicle office within 60 days
  • Emissions testing required in the Denver metro area including Aurora
  • Buyer pays sales/use tax at time of title transfer
  • Vehicle specific ownership tax assessed annually based on vehicle value

County Information — Arapahoe County

County Clerk / Recorder

Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder

Phone

(303) 795-4200

Car market data and safety information

The most common car makes in private-party sales are Toyota, Honda, Ford, Chevrolet, Nissan. Average private-party car prices range from $5,000–$25,000. The average NCAP safety rating for recent car models is 4.2 out of 5 stars. Cars average 3.1 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Airbags (Takata), Power Train, Fuel System.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used car

Before completing a car bill of sale in Colorado, verify these safety items:

  • Verify airbag recall status (Takata recall affected 67M+ vehicles)
  • Check tire age — tires over 6 years old degrade regardless of tread depth
  • Confirm brake pad thickness and rotor condition
  • Test all seatbelts for proper retraction and latching

Car insurance and depreciation in Colorado

Liability insurance required in 49 states (New Hampshire is the exception). Average annual premium: $1,600–$2,200. Cars lose approximately 20% of value in the first year and 60% over five years. Japanese brands retain value best. Peak season for private car sales is spring (march–may) when tax refunds boost demand, with an average of 21 days on market.

Car registration and titling

Cars are classified as "Passenger vehicle" for registration purposes. Standard passenger cars weigh 2,500–4,500 lbs; no special weight-class registration required. Federal odometer disclosure is required for cars under 20 years old.

Car sales in Aurora, Colorado

Aurora residents completing a car bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Colorado state rules. The state sales tax rate is 2.9%, 2.9% state plus county/city taxes (total 3–10%). The most popular car makes in Colorado include Toyota, Honda, Ford.

Colorado bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 1,683 bill of sale documents for Colorado transactions, with 45 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 Aurora in, and which office handles title transfers?

Aurora is in Arapahoe County. Title transfers are handled by the Arapahoe County Motor Vehicle at 5334 S Prince St, Littleton, CO 80120. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (720) 874-6500.

What is the sales tax rate on a car sale in Aurora?

The combined rate is 8.00%. Colorado state rate 2.9% + Arapahoe County 0.25% + Aurora city 3.75% + RTD 1.0%.

Is notarization required for a car bill of sale in Aurora?

No. Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

What fees should I expect when transferring a car title in Aurora?

Title transfer fee: $7.20. Base registration fee: $26.00. Sales tax at 8.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.