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Passaic, New Jersey UTV Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a utv in Passaic, New Jersey. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Passaic, New JerseyUTVPopulation rank #538

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • UTV 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 — Passaic County

DMV / Title Office

MVC Agency – Passaic

Address

Visit https://www.nj.gov/mvc for the nearest Passaic, NJ office

Phone

See state DMV website for local office phone numbers

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$60.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.13%

Base Registration Fee

$35.50

New Jersey state rate 6.625% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

New Jersey does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.

Passaic Transfer Checklist

  • Complete a title transfer at your local New Jersey title office within the required timeframe
  • Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases
  • Both buyer and seller should retain a signed copy of the bill of sale
  • Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and proof of insurance

County Information — Passaic County

County Clerk / Recorder

Passaic County Clerk

Phone

See county website for contact information

UTV market data and safety information

The most common utv makes in private-party sales are Polaris, Can-Am, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki. Average private-party utv prices range from $5,000–$25,000. Utvs average 2.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Steering, Fuel System, Fire Hazard.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used utv

Before completing a utv bill of sale in New Jersey, verify these safety items:

  • Verify ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) is intact and unmodified
  • Check seat belt function for all seating positions
  • Inspect half doors and nets for proper latching
  • Test differential lock and selectable drive modes

UTV insurance and depreciation in New Jersey

UTV insurance averages $200–$600/year. Multi-passenger models cost more to insure. UTVs depreciate similarly to ATVs — 30–40% in 3 years. Sport models depreciate faster than utility models. Peak season for private utv sales is spring for sport models, fall for hunting/utility models, with an average of 28 days on market.

UTV registration and titling

UTVs are classified as "Off-highway vehicle (OHV) — some states allow street-legal registration with modifications" for registration purposes. UTVs are classified by seating capacity and engine displacement. Side-by-sides over 1,000cc may face additional state restrictions. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to utvs.

UTV sales in Passaic, New Jersey

Passaic residents completing a utv bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to New Jersey state rules. The state sales tax rate is 6.625%, flat 6.625% statewide; no additional local vehicle taxes. The most popular utv makes in New Jersey include Polaris, Can-Am, Honda.

New Jersey bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 2,183 bill of sale documents for New Jersey transactions, with 59 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 Passaic in, and which office handles title transfers?

Passaic is in Passaic County. Title transfers are handled by the MVC Agency – Passaic at Visit https://www.nj.gov/mvc for the nearest Passaic, NJ office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.

What is the sales tax rate on a utv sale in Passaic?

The combined rate is 8.13%. New Jersey state rate 6.625% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county).

Is notarization required for a utv bill of sale in Passaic?

No. New Jersey does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.

What fees should I expect when transferring a utv title in Passaic?

Title transfer fee: $60.00. Base registration fee: $35.50. Sales tax at 8.13% is collected at the time of title transfer.