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Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky Camper Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a camper in Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Lexington-Fayette, KentuckyCamperPopulation rank #54

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Camper 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 — Fayette County

DMV / Title Office

Fayette County Clerk – Motor Vehicle

Address

150 E Main St, Lexington, KY 40507

Phone

(859) 574-6520

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$9.00

Sales Tax Rate

6.00%

Base Registration Fee

$21.00

Kentucky state rate 6% — no local sales tax on vehicles

Notarization: REQUIRED

Kentucky requires notarization of the title assignment when transferring vehicle ownership between private parties.

Lexington-Fayette Transfer Checklist

  • Title assignment must be notarized in Kentucky
  • Title transfer at the Fayette County Clerk within 15 days
  • Kentucky 6% usage tax collected at title transfer
  • Odometer disclosure required for vehicles under 10 years old

County Information — Fayette County

County Clerk / Recorder

Fayette County Clerk

Phone

(859) 253-3344

Camper market data and safety information

The most common camper makes in private-party sales are Lance, Palomino, Northern Lite, Adventurer, Host. Average private-party camper prices range from $5,000–$40,000. Campers average 1.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Propane System, Electrical, Water System.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used camper

Before completing a camper bill of sale in Kentucky, verify these safety items:

  • Verify camper weight matches truck payload capacity — overloading is common and dangerous
  • Check tie-down/turnbuckle mounting points on both camper and truck
  • Inspect roof and all seams for water damage
  • Test all LP appliances, water pump, and 12V/120V systems

Camper insurance and depreciation in Kentucky

Usually covered as an add-on to truck insurance policy. Standalone camper coverage: $200–$600/year. Truck campers hold value well — 35–45% loss over 5 years. Four-season models command premiums. Peak season for private camper sales is spring for adventure-seekers, fall for hunters, with an average of 40 days on market.

Camper registration and titling

Campers are classified as "Truck camper (not separately titled in most states — considered equipment, not a vehicle)" for registration purposes. Truck campers weigh 1,000–5,000 lbs. Must match truck payload rating, not towing capacity. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to campers.

Camper sales in Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky

Lexington-Fayette residents completing a camper bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Kentucky state rules. The state sales tax rate is 6%, flat 6% motor vehicle usage tax statewide. The most popular camper makes in Kentucky include Lance, Palomino, Northern Lite.

Kentucky bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 1,071 bill of sale documents for Kentucky transactions, with 29 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 Lexington-Fayette in, and which office handles title transfers?

Lexington-Fayette is in Fayette County. Title transfers are handled by the Fayette County Clerk – Motor Vehicle at 150 E Main St, Lexington, KY 40507. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (859) 574-6520.

What is the sales tax rate on a camper sale in Lexington-Fayette?

The combined rate is 6.00%. Kentucky state rate 6% — no local sales tax on vehicles.

Is notarization required for a camper bill of sale in Lexington-Fayette?

Yes. Kentucky requires notarization of the title assignment when transferring vehicle ownership between private parties.

What fees should I expect when transferring a camper title in Lexington-Fayette?

Title transfer fee: $9.00. Base registration fee: $21.00. Sales tax at 6.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.