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Pueblo, Colorado Boat Bill of Sale

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

Pueblo, ColoradoBoatPopulation rank #283

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Boat 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 — Pueblo County

DMV / Title Office

Pueblo County Motor Vehicle

Address

720 N Main St, Suite 200, Pueblo, CO 81003

Phone

(719) 583-6520

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$7.20

Sales Tax Rate

7.90%

Base Registration Fee

$26.00

Colorado state rate 2.9% + Pueblo County 1.0% + Pueblo city 3.5% + PRRTA 0.5%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Pueblo Transfer Checklist

  • Title must be transferred at the Pueblo County Motor Vehicle office within 60 days
  • No emissions testing required outside the Denver metro area
  • Buyer pays sales/use tax at time of title transfer
  • Vehicle specific ownership tax assessed annually

County Information — Pueblo County

County Clerk / Recorder

Pueblo County Clerk and Recorder

Phone

(719) 583-6507

Boat market data and safety information

The most common boat makes in private-party sales are Bayliner, Sea Ray, Boston Whaler, Tracker, Yamaha. Average private-party boat prices range from $5,000–$75,000. Boats average 1.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Fuel System, Electrical, Steering.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used boat

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

  • Verify Hull Identification Number (HIN) matches registration documents
  • Check for delamination, blistering, or water intrusion in fiberglass hulls
  • Inspect transom for softness or rot — the most expensive structural repair
  • Test all bilge pumps, navigation lights, and required safety equipment

Boat insurance and depreciation in Colorado

Boat insurance averages $200–$500/year for boats under 26 ft. Agreed-value policies are preferred over actual-cash-value. Boats depreciate 30–40% in the first 5 years. Aluminum fishing boats hold value better than fiberglass sport boats. Peak season for private boat sales is early spring (march–may) ahead of boating season, with an average of 45 days on market.

Boat registration and titling

Boats are classified as "Watercraft (state-registered) or USCG-documented vessel" for registration purposes. Boats are measured by length, not weight, for registration. Trailers have separate weight-based registration. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to boats.

Boat sales in Pueblo, Colorado

Pueblo residents completing a boat 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 boat makes in Colorado include Bayliner, Sea Ray, Boston Whaler.

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 Pueblo in, and which office handles title transfers?

Pueblo is in Pueblo County. Title transfers are handled by the Pueblo County Motor Vehicle at 720 N Main St, Suite 200, Pueblo, CO 81003. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (719) 583-6520.

What is the sales tax rate on a boat sale in Pueblo?

The combined rate is 7.90%. Colorado state rate 2.9% + Pueblo County 1.0% + Pueblo city 3.5% + PRRTA 0.5%.

Is notarization required for a boat bill of sale in Pueblo?

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

What fees should I expect when transferring a boat title in Pueblo?

Title transfer fee: $7.20. Base registration fee: $26.00. Sales tax at 7.90% is collected at the time of title transfer.