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Use this bill of sale when selling a yacht in Fishers, Indiana. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.
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DMV / Title Office
Indiana BMV – Fishers Branch
Address
8850 E 116th St, Fishers, IN 46038
Phone
(888) 692-6841
Office Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM; Sat 8:30 AM–12:00 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Sales Tax Rate
7.00%
Base Registration Fee
$21.35
Indiana flat statewide rate 7%
Indiana does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
County Clerk / Recorder
Hamilton County Clerk
Phone
(317) 776-9629
The most common yacht makes in private-party sales are Sea Ray, Beneteau, Boston Whaler, Grady-White, Viking. Average private-party yacht prices range from $50,000–$500,000+. Yachts average 1 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Fuel System, Electrical, Engine.
Before completing a yacht bill of sale in Indiana, verify these safety items:
Yacht insurance is 1–2% of hull value annually. Agreed-value policies are standard. Navigation limits and crew requirements affect premiums. Yachts depreciate 10–15% per year for the first 5 years. Well-maintained vessels from premium builders hold value best. Peak season for private yacht sales is fall/winter boat shows drive buyer interest for spring delivery, with an average of 90 days on market.
Yachts are classified as "USCG-documented vessel (over 5 net tons) or state-registered vessel" for registration purposes. Yachts are classified by length overall (LOA), not weight. Vessels over 65 ft may require a licensed captain. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to yachts.
Fishers residents completing a yacht bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Indiana state rules. The state sales tax rate is 7%, flat 7% statewide; no additional local vehicle taxes. The most popular yacht makes in Indiana include Sea Ray, Beneteau, Boston Whaler.
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$4,000 avg loss
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Fishers is in Hamilton County. Title transfers are handled by the Indiana BMV – Fishers Branch at 8850 E 116th St, Fishers, IN 46038. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM; Sat 8:30 AM–12:00 PM. Phone: (888) 692-6841.
The combined rate is 7.00%. Indiana flat statewide rate 7%.
No. Indiana does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Title transfer fee: $15.00. Base registration fee: $21.35. Sales tax at 7.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.