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Create Beaverton, Oregon Car Bill of Sale Online

Use this bill of sale when selling a car in Beaverton, Oregon. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

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What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Car 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 — Washington County

DMV / Title Office

Oregon DMV – Beaverton Office

Address

3975 SW 114th Ave, Beaverton, OR 97005

Phone

(503) 299-9999

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$77.00

Sales Tax Rate

0.50%

Base Registration Fee

$122.00

Oregon has no sales tax but charges a 0.5% vehicle privilege/use tax on new vehicles. No tax on used private-party sales.

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Oregon does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Beaverton Transfer Checklist

  • No sales tax on used private-party vehicle sales in Oregon
  • Title transfer at an Oregon DMV office within 30 days
  • DEQ emissions test may be required depending on the county
  • Seller must sign the title assignment

County Information — Washington County

County Clerk / Recorder

Washington County Clerk

Phone

(503) 846-8749

Private party vehicle sales in Washington County may be exempt from sales tax — verify with the county clerk before completing your transaction.

Car market data and safety information

The most common car makes in private-party sales are Toyota, Honda, Ford, Chevrolet, Nissan. Average private-party car prices range from $5,000–$25,000. The average NCAP safety rating for recent car models is 4.2 out of 5 stars. Cars average 3.1 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Airbags (Takata), Power Train, Fuel System.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used car

Before completing a car bill of sale in Oregon, verify these safety items:

  • Verify airbag recall status (Takata recall affected 67M+ vehicles)
  • Check tire age — tires over 6 years old degrade regardless of tread depth
  • Confirm brake pad thickness and rotor condition
  • Test all seatbelts for proper retraction and latching

Car insurance and depreciation in Oregon

Liability insurance required in 49 states (New Hampshire is the exception). Average annual premium: $1,600–$2,200. Cars lose approximately 20% of value in the first year and 60% over five years. Japanese brands retain value best. Peak season for private car sales is spring (march–may) when tax refunds boost demand, with an average of 21 days on market.

Car registration and titling

Cars are classified as "Passenger vehicle" for registration purposes. Standard passenger cars weigh 2,500–4,500 lbs; no special weight-class registration required. Federal odometer disclosure is required for cars under 20 years old.

Car sales in Beaverton, Oregon

Beaverton residents completing a car bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Oregon state rules. The state sales tax rate is 0%, no sales tax; 0.5% statewide transit tax on new vehicles only. The most popular car makes in Oregon include Toyota, Honda, Ford.

Oregon bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 1,038 bill of sale documents for Oregon transactions, with 28 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 Beaverton in, and which office handles title transfers?

Beaverton is in Washington County. Title transfers are handled by the Oregon DMV – Beaverton Office at 3975 SW 114th Ave, Beaverton, OR 97005. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (503) 299-9999.

What is the sales tax rate on a car sale in Beaverton?

The combined rate is 0.50%. Oregon has no sales tax but charges a 0.5% vehicle privilege/use tax on new vehicles. No tax on used private-party sales..

Is notarization required for a car bill of sale in Beaverton?

No. Oregon does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

What fees should I expect when transferring a car title in Beaverton?

Title transfer fee: $77.00. Base registration fee: $122.00. Sales tax at 0.50% is collected at the time of title transfer.