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Overland Park, Kansas Utility Trailer Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a utility trailer in Overland Park, Kansas. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Overland Park, KansasUtility TrailerPopulation rank #117

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 — Johnson County

DMV / Title Office

Johnson County Tag Office

Address

6000 Lamar Ave, Suite 150, Mission, KS 66202

Phone

(913) 826-1800

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$10.00

Sales Tax Rate

9.10%

Base Registration Fee

$42.50

Kansas state rate 6.5% + Johnson County 1.475% + Overland Park city 1.125%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Kansas does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Overland Park Transfer Checklist

  • Title transfer at the Johnson County Tag Office within 60 days
  • Kansas sales tax at combined state/county/city rate
  • Personal property tax required before registration
  • Seller must sign title assignment

County Information — Johnson County

County Clerk / Recorder

Johnson County Clerk

Phone

(913) 715-0775

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 Kansas, 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 Kansas

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 Overland Park, Kansas

Overland Park residents completing a utility trailer bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Kansas state rules. The state sales tax rate is 6.5%, 6.5% state plus local taxes (total can exceed 10%). The most popular utility trailer makes in Kansas include Big Tex, PJ Trailers, Carry-On.

Kansas bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 712 bill of sale documents for Kansas transactions, with 19 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 Overland Park in, and which office handles title transfers?

Overland Park is in Johnson County. Title transfers are handled by the Johnson County Tag Office at 6000 Lamar Ave, Suite 150, Mission, KS 66202. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (913) 826-1800.

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

The combined rate is 9.10%. Kansas state rate 6.5% + Johnson County 1.475% + Overland Park city 1.125%.

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

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

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

Title transfer fee: $10.00. Base registration fee: $42.50. Sales tax at 9.10% is collected at the time of title transfer.