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Use this bill of sale when selling a travel trailer in New Bedford, Massachusetts. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.
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DMV / Title Office
MA RMV – New Bedford Service Center
Address
1082 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745
Phone
(857) 368-8000
Office Hours
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$75.00
Sales Tax Rate
6.25%
Base Registration Fee
$60.00
Massachusetts statewide rate 6.25%
Massachusetts does not require notarization.
County Clerk / Recorder
Bristol County Register of Deeds
Phone
(508) 993-2603
Website
https://www.bristoldeeds.comThe most common travel trailer makes in private-party sales are Forest River, Jayco, Keystone, Coachmen, Grand Design. Average private-party travel trailer prices range from $10,000–$80,000. Travel trailers average 3.5 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Propane/LP Gas, Electrical, Axle/Suspension.
Before completing a travel trailer bill of sale in Massachusetts, verify these safety items:
Travel trailer insurance averages $500–$1,500/year. Full-timer coverage costs more. Travel trailers lose 40–50% in 5 years. Airstream and Grand Design models retain value above average. Peak season for private travel trailer sales is late winter to early spring (january–march), with an average of 45 days on market.
Travel Trailers are classified as "Travel trailer / Recreational trailer (separate from motorhome registration)" for registration purposes. Dry weight and GVWR determine tow vehicle requirements. Tongue weight should be 10–15% of loaded trailer weight. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to travel trailers.
New Bedford residents completing a travel trailer bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Massachusetts state rules. The state sales tax rate is 6.25%, flat 6.25% statewide; no additional local vehicle taxes. The most popular travel trailer makes in Massachusetts include Forest River, Jayco, Keystone.
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New Bedford is in Bristol County. Title transfers are handled by the MA RMV – New Bedford Service Center at 1082 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745. Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (857) 368-8000.
The combined rate is 6.25%. Massachusetts statewide rate 6.25%.
No. Massachusetts does not require notarization.
Title transfer fee: $75.00. Base registration fee: $60.00. Sales tax at 6.25% is collected at the time of title transfer.