What county is Salem in, and which office handles title transfers?
Salem is in Marion County. Title transfers are handled by the Oregon DMV – Salem Office at 1905 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97301. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (503) 945-5000.
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Salem, Oregon Side by Side Bill of Sale
Use this bill of sale when selling a side by side in Salem, Oregon. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.
Salem, OregonSide by SidePopulation rank #141
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 — Marion County
DMV / Title Office
Oregon DMV – Salem Office
Address
1905 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Phone
(503) 945-5000
Office Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Transfer Fees & Taxes
Title Transfer Fee
$77.00
Sales Tax Rate
0.00%
Base Registration Fee
$122.00
Oregon has no sales tax. No tax on used private-party sales.
Notarization: NOT REQUIRED
Oregon does not require notarization.
Salem Transfer Checklist
- No sales tax on used vehicle purchases
- Title transfer within 30 days
- DEQ emissions testing required in Salem area
- Seller must sign title assignment
County Information — Marion County
County Clerk / Recorder
Marion County Clerk
Phone
(503) 588-5225
Private party vehicle sales in Marion County may be exempt from sales tax — verify with the county clerk before completing your transaction.
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 Oregon, 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 Oregon
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 Salem, Oregon
Salem residents completing a side by side 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 side by side 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 is the sales tax rate on a side by side sale in Salem?
The combined rate is 0.00%. Oregon has no sales tax. No tax on used private-party sales..
Is notarization required for a side by side bill of sale in Salem?
No. Oregon does not require notarization.
What fees should I expect when transferring a side by side title in Salem?
Title transfer fee: $77.00. Base registration fee: $122.00. Sales tax at 0.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.