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Columbia, South Carolina RV Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a rv in Columbia, South Carolina. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Columbia, South CarolinaRVPopulation rank #187

What to include

Buyer and seller names and addresses
RV 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 — Richland County

DMV / Title Office

SC SCDMV – Columbia Shop Road Office

Address

1630 Shop Rd, Columbia, SC 29201

Phone

(803) 896-5000

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Sales Tax Rate

9.00%

Base Registration Fee

$40.00

SC IMF fee $500 max on vehicle purchases

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

South Carolina does not require notarization.

Columbia Transfer Checklist

$500 max IMF fee instead of standard sales tax
Title transfer at SCDMV within 45 days
Seller must sign title
Property tax paid to Richland County

County Information — Richland County

County Clerk / Recorder

Richland County Clerk of Court

Phone

(803) 576-1950

Website

https://www.richlandcountysc.gov/clerk

RV market data and safety information

The most common rv makes in private-party sales are Winnebago, Thor, Forest River, Coachmen, Jayco. Average private-party rv prices range from $15,000–$150,000. Rvs average 4.2 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Electrical, Propane/LP Gas System, Tires.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used rv

Before completing a rv bill of sale in South Carolina, verify these safety items:

Test all LP gas appliances and check propane system for leaks
Inspect roof and seams for water damage — the #1 destroyer of RV value
Verify generator run hours and service history
Check slide-out mechanism operation and seal condition

RV insurance and depreciation in South Carolina

Full-timer RV insurance differs from recreational-use coverage. Average $1,000–$3,000/year depending on class. RVs depreciate 40–50% in the first 5 years. Class B vans and Airstream trailers retain value best. Peak season for private rv sales is late winter to early spring (january–march) before camping season, with an average of 60 days on market.

RV registration and titling

RVs are classified as "Recreational vehicle (some states register as motorhome, others as special-purpose)" for registration purposes. Class A motorhomes (26,000+ lbs) may require a non-commercial Class B license in some states. Class C and B motorhomes under 26,000 lbs require a standard license. Federal odometer disclosure is required for rvs under 20 years old.

RV sales in Columbia, South Carolina

Columbia residents completing a rv bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to South Carolina state rules. The state sales tax rate is 5%, 5% infrastructure maintenance fee (imf), capped at $500. The most popular rv makes in South Carolina include Winnebago, Thor, Forest River.

South Carolina bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 1,283 bill of sale documents for South Carolina transactions, with 35 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 Columbia in, and which office handles title transfers?

Columbia is in Richland County. Title transfers are handled by the SC SCDMV – Columbia Shop Road Office at 1630 Shop Rd, Columbia, SC 29201. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (803) 896-5000.

What is the sales tax rate on a rv sale in Columbia?

The combined rate is 9.00%. SC IMF fee $500 max on vehicle purchases.

Is notarization required for a rv bill of sale in Columbia?

No. South Carolina does not require notarization.

What fees should I expect when transferring a rv title in Columbia?

Title transfer fee: $15.00. Base registration fee: $40.00. Sales tax at 9.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.