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Aurora, Colorado Golf Cart Bill of Sale

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

Aurora, ColoradoGolf CartPopulation rank #47

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 — 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

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 Colorado, 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 Colorado

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 Aurora, Colorado

Aurora residents completing a golf cart 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 golf cart makes in Colorado include Club Car, E-Z-GO, Yamaha.

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 golf cart 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 golf cart bill of sale in Aurora?

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

What fees should I expect when transferring a golf cart 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.