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Bismarck, North Dakota UTV Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a utv in Bismarck, North Dakota. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Bismarck, North DakotaUTVPopulation rank #477

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • UTV 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 — Burleigh County

DMV / Title Office

ND DOT – Bismarck Driver License Office

Address

608 E Boulevard Ave, Bismarck, ND 58505

Phone

(701) 328-2725

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$5.00

Sales Tax Rate

5.50%

Base Registration Fee

$49.00

ND state 5% excise tax on vehicles + Bismarck city 0.5%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

North Dakota does not require notarization.

Bismarck Transfer Checklist

  • Title transfer at Burleigh County Recorder within 30 days
  • 5% excise tax on vehicle purchases
  • Seller must sign title
  • Odometer disclosure required

County Information — Burleigh County

County Clerk / Recorder

Burleigh County Recorder

Phone

(701) 222-6690

UTV market data and safety information

The most common utv makes in private-party sales are Polaris, Can-Am, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki. Average private-party utv prices range from $5,000–$25,000. Utvs average 2.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Steering, Fuel System, Fire Hazard.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used utv

Before completing a utv bill of sale in North Dakota, verify these safety items:

  • Verify ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) is intact and unmodified
  • Check seat belt function for all seating positions
  • Inspect half doors and nets for proper latching
  • Test differential lock and selectable drive modes

UTV insurance and depreciation in North Dakota

UTV insurance averages $200–$600/year. Multi-passenger models cost more to insure. UTVs depreciate similarly to ATVs — 30–40% in 3 years. Sport models depreciate faster than utility models. Peak season for private utv sales is spring for sport models, fall for hunting/utility models, with an average of 28 days on market.

UTV registration and titling

UTVs are classified as "Off-highway vehicle (OHV) — some states allow street-legal registration with modifications" for registration purposes. UTVs are classified by seating capacity and engine displacement. Side-by-sides over 1,000cc may face additional state restrictions. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to utvs.

UTV sales in Bismarck, North Dakota

Bismarck residents completing a utv bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to North Dakota state rules. The state sales tax rate is 5%, 5% motor vehicle excise tax statewide. The most popular utv makes in North Dakota include Polaris, Can-Am, Honda.

North Dakota bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 194 bill of sale documents for North Dakota transactions, with 5 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 Bismarck in, and which office handles title transfers?

Bismarck is in Burleigh County. Title transfers are handled by the ND DOT – Bismarck Driver License Office at 608 E Boulevard Ave, Bismarck, ND 58505. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (701) 328-2725.

What is the sales tax rate on a utv sale in Bismarck?

The combined rate is 5.50%. ND state 5% excise tax on vehicles + Bismarck city 0.5%.

Is notarization required for a utv bill of sale in Bismarck?

No. North Dakota does not require notarization.

What fees should I expect when transferring a utv title in Bismarck?

Title transfer fee: $5.00. Base registration fee: $49.00. Sales tax at 5.50% is collected at the time of title transfer.