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Columbia, Missouri Camper Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a camper in Columbia, Missouri. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Columbia, MissouriCamperPopulation rank #215

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 — Boone County

DMV / Title Office

MO DOR License Office – Columbia

Address

2705 Paris Rd, Columbia, MO 65202

Phone

(573) 526-3669

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$11.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.475%

Base Registration Fee

$51.25

Missouri state rate 4.225% + Boone County 1.75% + Columbia city 2.5%

Notarization: REQUIRED

Missouri requires notarization of the title assignment.

Columbia Transfer Checklist

Title assignment must be notarized
Title transfer within 30 days
Sales tax collected at title transfer
Vehicle safety inspection required

County Information — Boone County

County Clerk / Recorder

Boone County Recorder of Deeds

Phone

(573) 886-4375

Website

https://www.showmeboone.com/recorder

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 Missouri, 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 Missouri

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 Columbia, Missouri

Columbia residents completing a camper bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Missouri state rules. The state sales tax rate is 4.225%, 4.225% state plus local taxes (total 5–10%). The most popular camper makes in Missouri include Lance, Palomino, Northern Lite.

Missouri bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 1,492 bill of sale documents for Missouri transactions, with 40 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 Columbia in, and which office handles title transfers?

Columbia is in Boone County. Title transfers are handled by the MO DOR License Office – Columbia at 2705 Paris Rd, Columbia, MO 65202. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (573) 526-3669.

What is the sales tax rate on a camper sale in Columbia?

The combined rate is 8.475%. Missouri state rate 4.225% + Boone County 1.75% + Columbia city 2.5%.

Is notarization required for a camper bill of sale in Columbia?

Yes. Missouri requires notarization of the title assignment.

What fees should I expect when transferring a camper title in Columbia?

Title transfer fee: $11.00. Base registration fee: $51.25. Sales tax at 8.475% is collected at the time of title transfer.