What county is Buffalo in, and which office handles title transfers?
Buffalo is in Erie County. Title transfers are handled by the Erie County DMV – Buffalo at 1800 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14208. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM. Phone: (716) 858-8864.
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Buffalo, New York Side by Side Bill of Sale
Use this bill of sale when selling a side by side in Buffalo, New York. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.
Buffalo, New YorkSide by SidePopulation rank #77
What to include
- Buyer and seller names and addresses
- Side by Side 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 — Erie County
DMV / Title Office
Erie County DMV – Buffalo
Address
1800 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14208
Phone
(716) 858-8864
Office Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
Transfer Fees & Taxes
Title Transfer Fee
$50.00
Sales Tax Rate
8.00%
Base Registration Fee
$26.00
New York State 4% + Erie County 4%
Notarization: NOT REQUIRED
New York does not require notarization.
Buffalo Transfer Checklist
- Complete MV-912 at the Erie County DMV
- Sales tax at title transfer
- Odometer disclosure for vehicles under 10 years old
- Both parties sign the title
County Information — Erie County
Side by Side market data and safety information
The most common side by side makes in private-party sales are Polaris, Can-Am, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki. Average private-party side by side prices range from $5,000–$30,000. Side by sides average 2.6 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Steering, Fuel System, Fire Hazard.
Safety checkpoints for buying a used side by side
Before completing a side by side bill of sale in New York, verify these safety items:
- Verify ROPS (cage) is intact and meets manufacturer specifications
- Check all seat belts and door/net latching mechanisms
- Inspect CV axles and boots — the highest-wear item on side-by-sides
- Test power steering operation and differential lock engagement
Side by Side insurance and depreciation in New York
Insurance averages $200–$600/year. Multi-passenger models cost more. Required for on-road use. Side-by-sides depreciate 30–40% in 3 years. Sport models (RZR, Maverick) depreciate faster than utility models (Ranger). Peak season for private side by side sales is spring for recreation, fall for hunting season, with an average of 25 days on market.
Side by Side registration and titling
Side by Sides are classified as "Off-highway vehicle (OHV) — some states allow street-legal conversion" for registration purposes. Side-by-sides range from 1,000–2,000 lbs. Multi-seat crew models weigh more. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to side by sides.
Side by Side sales in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo residents completing a side by side bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to New York state rules. The state sales tax rate is 4%, 4% state plus county/city taxes (total up to 8.875% in nyc). The most popular side by side makes in New York include Polaris, Can-Am, Honda.
New York bill of sale statistics
BillOfSaleNow has generated 6,134 bill of sale documents for New York transactions, with 165 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 is the sales tax rate on a side by side sale in Buffalo?
The combined rate is 8.00%. New York State 4% + Erie County 4%.
Is notarization required for a side by side bill of sale in Buffalo?
No. New York does not require notarization.
What fees should I expect when transferring a side by side title in Buffalo?
Title transfer fee: $50.00. Base registration fee: $26.00. Sales tax at 8.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.