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Jacksonville, Florida Truck Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a truck in Jacksonville, Florida. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Jacksonville, FloridaTruckPopulation rank #10

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Truck 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 — Duval County

DMV / Title Office

Duval County Tax Collector – Downtown Office

Address

231 E Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32202

Phone

(904) 255-5700

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$75.25

Sales Tax Rate

7.00%

Base Registration Fee

$27.60

Florida state rate 6% + Duval County discretionary surtax 1%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Florida does not require notarization for a private vehicle sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the title are sufficient.

Jacksonville Transfer Checklist

  • Complete HSMV 82040 (Application for Certificate of Title) at the Duval County Tax Collector
  • Florida sales tax (6%) + Duval County surtax (1%) must be paid at time of title transfer
  • Title must be transferred within 30 days of purchase
  • Odometer disclosure required on the title for vehicles under 10 years old

County Information — Duval County

County Clerk / Recorder

Duval County Clerk of Courts

Phone

(904) 255-2000

Truck market data and safety information

The most common truck makes in private-party sales are Ford, Chevrolet, RAM, Toyota, GMC. Average private-party truck prices range from $8,000–$55,000. The average NCAP safety rating for recent truck models is 4 out of 5 stars. Trucks average 3.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Power Train, Fuel System, Steering.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used truck

Before completing a truck bill of sale in Florida, verify these safety items:

  • Inspect frame for rust — trucks used in salt-belt states often have hidden corrosion
  • Check 4WD/AWD transfer case engagement and operation
  • Verify towing package wiring and hitch receiver condition
  • Test tailgate mechanism and bed liner condition

Truck insurance and depreciation in Florida

Full-size trucks cost 10–20% more to insure than sedans. Lifted trucks or diesel modifications may increase premiums further. Trucks hold value better than cars — full-size pickups retain 60–70% of value after 5 years. Diesel models retain the most. Peak season for private truck sales is late spring through summer when construction and outdoor activity demand rises, with an average of 18 days on market.

Truck registration and titling

Trucks are classified as "Light truck (under 8,500 lbs) or Medium truck (8,500–26,000 lbs)" for registration purposes. Trucks under 16,000 lbs GVWR follow passenger rules. Over 16,000 lbs GVWR triggers commercial vehicle requirements and federal odometer exemption. Federal odometer disclosure is required for trucks under 20 years old.

Truck sales in Jacksonville, Florida

Jacksonville residents completing a truck bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Florida state rules. The state sales tax rate is 6%, 6% state plus county discretionary surtax (0.5–1.5%). The most popular truck makes in Florida include Ford, Chevrolet, RAM.

Florida bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 8,923 bill of sale documents for Florida transactions, with 241 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 Jacksonville in, and which office handles title transfers?

Jacksonville is in Duval County. Title transfers are handled by the Duval County Tax Collector – Downtown Office at 231 E Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (904) 255-5700.

What is the sales tax rate on a truck sale in Jacksonville?

The combined rate is 7.00%. Florida state rate 6% + Duval County discretionary surtax 1%.

Is notarization required for a truck bill of sale in Jacksonville?

No. Florida does not require notarization for a private vehicle sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the title are sufficient.

What fees should I expect when transferring a truck title in Jacksonville?

Title transfer fee: $75.25. Base registration fee: $27.60. Sales tax at 7.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.