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Macon-Bibb County, Georgia UTV Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a utv in Macon-Bibb County, Georgia. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Macon-Bibb County, GeorgiaUTVPopulation rank #165

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • UTV 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 — Bibb County

DMV / Title Office

Bibb County Tag Office – Macon-Bibb County

Address

477 Mulberry St, Macon, GA 31201

Phone

(678) 413-8400

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–6:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM–12:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$18.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.00%

Base Registration Fee

$20.00

Georgia TAVT 7.0% of fair market value replaces sales tax; local rate approx 8.0%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Georgia does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is the primary transfer document.

Macon-Bibb County Transfer Checklist

  • Georgia charges a Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) at 7.0% of the fair market value instead of annual ad valorem tax
  • Title transfer at the Bibb County Tag Office within 30 days
  • Seller must sign the title and provide odometer disclosure
  • Buyer must obtain a Georgia tag within 30 days of establishing residency

County Information — Bibb County

County Clerk / Recorder

Bibb County Clerk of Superior Court

Phone

(478) 621-6527

UTV market data and safety information

The most common utv makes in private-party sales are Polaris, Can-Am, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki. Average private-party utv prices range from $5,000–$25,000. Utvs average 2.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Steering, Fuel System, Fire Hazard.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used utv

Before completing a utv bill of sale in Georgia, verify these safety items:

  • Verify ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) is intact and unmodified
  • Check seat belt function for all seating positions
  • Inspect half doors and nets for proper latching
  • Test differential lock and selectable drive modes

UTV insurance and depreciation in Georgia

UTV insurance averages $200–$600/year. Multi-passenger models cost more to insure. UTVs depreciate similarly to ATVs — 30–40% in 3 years. Sport models depreciate faster than utility models. Peak season for private utv sales is spring for sport models, fall for hunting/utility models, with an average of 28 days on market.

UTV registration and titling

UTVs are classified as "Off-highway vehicle (OHV) — some states allow street-legal registration with modifications" for registration purposes. UTVs are classified by seating capacity and engine displacement. Side-by-sides over 1,000cc may face additional state restrictions. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to utvs.

UTV sales in Macon-Bibb County, Georgia

Macon-Bibb County residents completing a utv bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Georgia state rules. The state sales tax rate is 6.6%, 6.6% tavt (title ad valorem tax) on fair market value. The most popular utv makes in Georgia include Polaris, Can-Am, Honda.

Georgia bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 3,204 bill of sale documents for Georgia transactions, with 86 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 Macon-Bibb County in, and which office handles title transfers?

Macon-Bibb County is in Bibb County. Title transfers are handled by the Bibb County Tag Office – Macon-Bibb County at 477 Mulberry St, Macon, GA 31201. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–6:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM–12:00 PM. Phone: (678) 413-8400.

What is the sales tax rate on a utv sale in Macon-Bibb County?

The combined rate is 8.00%. Georgia TAVT 7.0% of fair market value replaces sales tax; local rate approx 8.0%.

Is notarization required for a utv bill of sale in Macon-Bibb County?

No. Georgia does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is the primary transfer document.

What fees should I expect when transferring a utv title in Macon-Bibb County?

Title transfer fee: $18.00. Base registration fee: $20.00. Sales tax at 8.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.