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Raleigh, North Carolina Side by Side Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a side by side in Raleigh, North Carolina. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Raleigh, North CarolinaSide by SidePopulation rank #35

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 — Wake County

DMV / Title Office

NCDMV – Raleigh East Office

Address

2431 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615

Phone

(919) 715-7000

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$56.00

Sales Tax Rate

3.00%

Base Registration Fee

$36.00

NC Highway Use Tax 3% (capped at $2,000)

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

North Carolina does not require notarization.

Raleigh Transfer Checklist

  • 3% HUT (max $2,000) instead of sales tax
  • Title transfer within 28 days
  • Annual property tax by Wake County
  • Emissions inspection required in Wake County

County Information — Wake County

County Clerk / Recorder

Wake County Register of Deeds

Phone

(919) 856-5460

Website

https://www.wakegov.com/rod

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 North Carolina, 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 North Carolina

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 Raleigh, North Carolina

Raleigh residents completing a side by side bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to North Carolina state rules. The state sales tax rate is 3%, 3% highway use tax (capped at $250 for private party sales). The most popular side by side makes in North Carolina include Polaris, Can-Am, Honda.

North Carolina bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 2,618 bill of sale documents for North Carolina transactions, with 70 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 Raleigh in, and which office handles title transfers?

Raleigh is in Wake County. Title transfers are handled by the NCDMV – Raleigh East Office at 2431 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (919) 715-7000.

What is the sales tax rate on a side by side sale in Raleigh?

The combined rate is 3.00%. NC Highway Use Tax 3% (capped at $2,000).

Is notarization required for a side by side bill of sale in Raleigh?

No. North Carolina does not require notarization.

What fees should I expect when transferring a side by side title in Raleigh?

Title transfer fee: $56.00. Base registration fee: $36.00. Sales tax at 3.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.

Trusted by private vehicle sellers nationwide

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)

$60–$85 mobile notary

Mobile notary visit minimums run $60–$85 — higher on weekends, plus per-mile travel fees. State-formatted documents skip the trip.

Source: Thumbtack / NNA