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Create Yonkers, New York Truck Bill of Sale Online

Use this bill of sale when selling a truck in Yonkers, 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
  • Truck 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

Truck market data and safety information

The most common truck makes in private-party sales are Ford, Chevrolet, RAM, Toyota, GMC. Average private-party truck prices range from $8,000–$55,000. The average NCAP safety rating for recent truck models is 4 out of 5 stars. Trucks average 3.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Power Train, Fuel System, Steering.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used truck

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

  • Inspect frame for rust — trucks used in salt-belt states often have hidden corrosion
  • Check 4WD/AWD transfer case engagement and operation
  • Verify towing package wiring and hitch receiver condition
  • Test tailgate mechanism and bed liner condition

Truck insurance and depreciation in New York

Full-size trucks cost 10–20% more to insure than sedans. Lifted trucks or diesel modifications may increase premiums further. Trucks hold value better than cars — full-size pickups retain 60–70% of value after 5 years. Diesel models retain the most. Peak season for private truck sales is late spring through summer when construction and outdoor activity demand rises, with an average of 18 days on market.

Truck registration and titling

Trucks are classified as "Light truck (under 8,500 lbs) or Medium truck (8,500–26,000 lbs)" for registration purposes. Trucks under 16,000 lbs GVWR follow passenger rules. Over 16,000 lbs GVWR triggers commercial vehicle requirements and federal odometer exemption. Federal odometer disclosure is required for trucks under 20 years old.

Truck sales in Yonkers, New York

Yonkers residents completing a truck 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 truck makes in New York include Ford, Chevrolet, RAM.

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 truck sale in Yonkers?

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

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

No. New York does not require notarization.

What fees should I expect when transferring a truck 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.