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Farmington Hills, Michigan Golf Cart Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a golf cart in Farmington Hills, Michigan. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Farmington Hills, MichiganGolf CartPopulation rank #423

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Golf Cart 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 — Oakland County

DMV / Title Office

MI Secretary of State – Farmington Hills Office

Address

34000 W 10 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48336

Phone

(888) 767-6424

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Sales Tax Rate

6.00%

Base Registration Fee

$20.00

Michigan statewide rate 6% — no local vehicle sales tax

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

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

Farmington Hills Transfer Checklist

  • Title transfer at a Secretary of State office within 15 days
  • Michigan 6% use tax on private vehicle purchases
  • Seller must sign the title and provide odometer reading
  • Buyer must obtain Michigan plates at the time of title transfer

County Information — Oakland County

County Clerk / Recorder

Oakland County Clerk

Phone

(248) 858-0581

Golf Cart market data and safety information

The most common golf cart makes in private-party sales are Club Car, E-Z-GO, Yamaha, Star EV, Garia. Average private-party golf cart prices range from $2,000–$15,000. Golf carts average 0.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Electrical, Brakes, Steering.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used golf cart

Before completing a golf cart bill of sale in Michigan, verify these safety items:

  • Test all batteries — battery pack replacement is the biggest expense ($1,000–$3,000)
  • Check controller and speed sensor for erratic operation
  • Verify street-legal equipment if LSV-classified (lights, mirrors, seatbelts, VIN)
  • Test brake system — golf carts often sit unused and brakes can seize

Golf Cart insurance and depreciation in Michigan

Golf cart insurance is $100–$300/year. Required if operated on public roads as an LSV. Electric golf carts depreciate slowly — 20–30% over 5 years — but battery condition is the key value driver. Peak season for private golf cart sales is spring for golf communities, year-round in retirement areas (fl, az, sc), with an average of 30 days on market.

Golf Cart registration and titling

Golf Carts are classified as "Low-speed vehicle (LSV) if street-legal; otherwise unregistered recreational equipment" for registration purposes. LSVs must not exceed 25 mph on level ground. Modifications increasing speed above 25 mph may reclassify the vehicle. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to golf carts.

Golf Cart sales in Farmington Hills, Michigan

Farmington Hills residents completing a golf cart bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Michigan state rules. The state sales tax rate is 6%, flat 6% use tax statewide. The most popular golf cart makes in Michigan include Club Car, E-Z-GO, Yamaha.

Michigan bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 2,419 bill of sale documents for Michigan transactions, with 65 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 Farmington Hills in, and which office handles title transfers?

Farmington Hills is in Oakland County. Title transfers are handled by the MI Secretary of State – Farmington Hills Office at 34000 W 10 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48336. Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (888) 767-6424.

What is the sales tax rate on a golf cart sale in Farmington Hills?

The combined rate is 6.00%. Michigan statewide rate 6% — no local vehicle sales tax.

Is notarization required for a golf cart bill of sale in Farmington Hills?

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

What fees should I expect when transferring a golf cart title in Farmington Hills?

Title transfer fee: $15.00. Base registration fee: $20.00. Sales tax at 6.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.