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Portland, Oregon UTV Bill of Sale

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

Portland, OregonUTVPopulation rank #24

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 — Multnomah County

DMV / Title Office

Oregon DMV – Portland Office

Address

8710 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR 97266

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.

Portland 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 required in the Portland metro area
  • Seller must sign the title assignment

County Information — Multnomah County

County Clerk / Recorder

Multnomah County Clerk

Phone

(503) 988-3957

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

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 Oregon, 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 Oregon

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 Portland, Oregon

Portland residents completing a utv 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 utv makes in Oregon include Polaris, Can-Am, Honda.

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 Portland in, and which office handles title transfers?

Portland is in Multnomah County. Title transfers are handled by the Oregon DMV – Portland Office at 8710 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR 97266. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (503) 299-9999.

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

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 utv bill of sale in Portland?

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

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

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