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New Rochelle, New York Golf Cart Bill of Sale

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

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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 — Westchester County

DMV / Title Office

NY DMV – New Rochelle Office

Address

515 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801

Phone

(718) 477-4820

Office Hours

Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM; Thu 8:30 AM–6:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$50.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.375%

Base Registration Fee

$26.00

New York State 4% + Westchester County 4% + MTA surcharge 0.375%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

New York does not require notarization of a bill of sale.

New Rochelle Transfer Checklist

  • Complete form MV-912 (Transferee Certification) included on the title certificate
  • Buyer must pay sales tax at the DMV when titling the vehicle
  • Odometer disclosure required on the back of the title for vehicles under 10 years old
  • Both parties must sign the title; a separate bill of sale is strongly recommended

County Information — Westchester County

County Clerk / Recorder

Westchester County Clerk

Phone

(914) 995-3080

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 New York, 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 New York

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 New Rochelle, New York

New Rochelle residents completing a golf cart 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 golf cart makes in New York include Club Car, E-Z-GO, Yamaha.

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 county is New Rochelle in, and which office handles title transfers?

New Rochelle is in Westchester County. Title transfers are handled by the NY DMV – New Rochelle Office at 515 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801. Hours: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM; Thu 8:30 AM–6:00 PM. Phone: (718) 477-4820.

What is the sales tax rate on a golf cart sale in New Rochelle?

The combined rate is 8.375%. New York State 4% + Westchester County 4% + MTA surcharge 0.375%.

Is notarization required for a golf cart bill of sale in New Rochelle?

No. New York does not require notarization of a bill of sale.

What fees should I expect when transferring a golf cart title in New Rochelle?

Title transfer fee: $50.00. Base registration fee: $26.00. Sales tax at 8.375% is collected at the time of title transfer.