BillOfSaleNow

City release page

Create Yonkers, New York Boat Bill of Sale Online

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

Yonkers, New YorkBoatPopulation rank #109

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Boat 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

Westchester County DMV – Yonkers

Address

200 Hamilton Ave, White Plains, NY 10601

Phone

(914) 995-2100

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 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 4.375%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

New York does not require notarization.

Yonkers Transfer Checklist

  • Complete MV-912 at Westchester County DMV
  • Sales tax at title transfer
  • Odometer disclosure for vehicles under 10 years
  • Both parties must sign the title

County Information — Westchester County

County Clerk / Recorder

Westchester County Clerk

Phone

(914) 995-3080

Boat market data and safety information

The most common boat makes in private-party sales are Bayliner, Sea Ray, Boston Whaler, Tracker, Yamaha. Average private-party boat prices range from $5,000–$75,000. Boats average 1.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Fuel System, Electrical, Steering.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used boat

Before completing a boat bill of sale in New York, verify these safety items:

  • Verify Hull Identification Number (HIN) matches registration documents
  • Check for delamination, blistering, or water intrusion in fiberglass hulls
  • Inspect transom for softness or rot — the most expensive structural repair
  • Test all bilge pumps, navigation lights, and required safety equipment

Boat insurance and depreciation in New York

Boat insurance averages $200–$500/year for boats under 26 ft. Agreed-value policies are preferred over actual-cash-value. Boats depreciate 30–40% in the first 5 years. Aluminum fishing boats hold value better than fiberglass sport boats. Peak season for private boat sales is early spring (march–may) ahead of boating season, with an average of 45 days on market.

Boat registration and titling

Boats are classified as "Watercraft (state-registered) or USCG-documented vessel" for registration purposes. Boats are measured by length, not weight, for registration. Trailers have separate weight-based registration. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to boats.

Boat sales in Yonkers, New York

Yonkers residents completing a boat 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 boat makes in New York include Bayliner, Sea Ray, Boston Whaler.

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 Yonkers in, and which office handles title transfers?

Yonkers is in Westchester County. Title transfers are handled by the Westchester County DMV – Yonkers at 200 Hamilton Ave, White Plains, NY 10601. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM. Phone: (914) 995-2100.

What is the sales tax rate on a boat sale in Yonkers?

The combined rate is 8.375%. New York State 4% + Westchester County 4.375%.

Is notarization required for a boat bill of sale in Yonkers?

No. New York does not require notarization.

What fees should I expect when transferring a boat title in Yonkers?

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