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Columbus, Ohio Camper Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a camper in Columbus, Ohio. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Columbus, OhioCamperPopulation rank #15

What to include

Buyer and seller names and addresses
Camper 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 — Franklin County

DMV / Title Office

Franklin County BMV Title Office

Address

373 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215

Phone

(614) 525-3090

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Sales Tax Rate

7.50%

Base Registration Fee

$34.50

Ohio state rate 5.75% + Franklin County permissive tax 1.50% + transit 0.25%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Ohio does not require notarization for a standard private vehicle sale. Both parties sign the title.

Columbus Transfer Checklist

Title must be transferred at the Franklin County Clerk of Courts Auto Title Office
Ohio sales tax collected at time of title transfer based on purchase price
Odometer disclosure required on the title for vehicles under 10 years old
Buyer must obtain Ohio title and plates before operating the vehicle

County Information — Franklin County

County Clerk / Recorder

Franklin County Clerk of Courts

Phone

(614) 525-3600

Website

https://franklincountyohio.gov/clerk

Camper market data and safety information

The most common camper makes in private-party sales are Lance, Palomino, Northern Lite, Adventurer, Host. Average private-party camper prices range from $5,000–$40,000. Campers average 1.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Propane System, Electrical, Water System.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used camper

Before completing a camper bill of sale in Ohio, verify these safety items:

Verify camper weight matches truck payload capacity — overloading is common and dangerous
Check tie-down/turnbuckle mounting points on both camper and truck
Inspect roof and all seams for water damage
Test all LP appliances, water pump, and 12V/120V systems

Camper insurance and depreciation in Ohio

Usually covered as an add-on to truck insurance policy. Standalone camper coverage: $200–$600/year. Truck campers hold value well — 35–45% loss over 5 years. Four-season models command premiums. Peak season for private camper sales is spring for adventure-seekers, fall for hunters, with an average of 40 days on market.

Camper registration and titling

Campers are classified as "Truck camper (not separately titled in most states — considered equipment, not a vehicle)" for registration purposes. Truck campers weigh 1,000–5,000 lbs. Must match truck payload rating, not towing capacity. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to campers.

Camper sales in Columbus, Ohio

Columbus residents completing a camper bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Ohio state rules. The state sales tax rate is 5.75%, 5.75% state plus county taxes (total up to 8%). The most popular camper makes in Ohio include Lance, Palomino, Northern Lite.

Ohio bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 2,847 bill of sale documents for Ohio transactions, with 77 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 Columbus in, and which office handles title transfers?

Columbus is in Franklin County. Title transfers are handled by the Franklin County BMV Title Office at 373 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (614) 525-3090.

What is the sales tax rate on a camper sale in Columbus?

The combined rate is 7.50%. Ohio state rate 5.75% + Franklin County permissive tax 1.50% + transit 0.25%.

Is notarization required for a camper bill of sale in Columbus?

No. Ohio does not require notarization for a standard private vehicle sale. Both parties sign the title.

What fees should I expect when transferring a camper title in Columbus?

Title transfer fee: $15.00. Base registration fee: $34.50. Sales tax at 7.50% is collected at the time of title transfer.