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Greeley, Colorado Utility Trailer Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a utility trailer in Greeley, 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
Utility Trailer 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 — Weld County

DMV / Title Office

Weld County Motor Vehicle Office – Greeley

Address

1100 10th St, Greeley, CO 80631

Phone

(970) 205-5600

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$7.20

Sales Tax Rate

6.61%

Base Registration Fee

$26.00

Colorado state rate 2.9% + Weld County 0.81% + Greeley city 2.9%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Both parties sign the title; a bill of sale is recommended.

Greeley Transfer Checklist

Title must be transferred at the Weld County motor vehicle office within 60 days of purchase
Colorado requires an emissions test (AirCare Colorado) for most vehicles in the Denver metro area
Vehicle specific ownership tax (VSOT) is assessed annually based on vehicle value
Buyer pays state and local sales/use tax at time of title transfer

County Information — Weld County

County Clerk / Recorder

Weld County Clerk and Recorder

Phone

(970) 304-6525

Website

https://www.weldgov.com/clerk

Utility Trailer market data and safety information

The most common utility trailer makes in private-party sales are Big Tex, PJ Trailers, Carry-On, Sure-Trac, Load Trail. Average private-party utility trailer prices range from $1,000–$10,000. Utility trailers average 1.3 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Tires, Electrical, Axle.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used utility trailer

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

Check tongue weight and coupler size compatibility with tow vehicle
Inspect all lighting connections and ground wire
Verify axle rating matches loaded weight capacity needs
Test surge or electric brakes if GVWR exceeds 3,000 lbs

Utility Trailer insurance and depreciation in Colorado

Optional unless financed. Liability often covered under tow vehicle policy. Standalone coverage: $100–$250/year. Steel utility trailers hold value extremely well — 70–85% retention over 10 years. Peak season for private utility trailer sales is spring through summer for landscaping and home projects, with an average of 12 days on market.

Utility Trailer registration and titling

Utility Trailers are classified as "Utility trailer (weight-class dependent titling)" for registration purposes. Many states exempt trailers under 2,000–3,000 lbs from titling. Check your state threshold. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to utility trailers.

Utility Trailer sales in Greeley, Colorado

Greeley residents completing a utility trailer 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 utility trailer makes in Colorado include Big Tex, PJ Trailers, Carry-On.

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 Greeley in, and which office handles title transfers?

Greeley is in Weld County. Title transfers are handled by the Weld County Motor Vehicle Office – Greeley at 1100 10th St, Greeley, CO 80631. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:00 PM. Phone: (970) 205-5600.

What is the sales tax rate on a utility trailer sale in Greeley?

The combined rate is 6.61%. Colorado state rate 2.9% + Weld County 0.81% + Greeley city 2.9%.

Is notarization required for a utility trailer bill of sale in Greeley?

No. Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Both parties sign the title; a bill of sale is recommended.

What fees should I expect when transferring a utility trailer title in Greeley?

Title transfer fee: $7.20. Base registration fee: $26.00. Sales tax at 6.61% is collected at the time of title transfer.