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Create Dallas, Texas Golf Cart Bill of Sale Online

Use this bill of sale when selling a golf cart in Dallas, Texas. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

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What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Golf Cart 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 — Dallas County

DMV / Title Office

Dallas County Tax Office – Main Branch

Address

1201 Elm St, Suite 1250, Dallas, TX 75270

Phone

(214) 653-7811

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$28.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.25%

Base Registration Fee

$51.75

Texas state rate 6.25% + Dallas County/City local rate 2.00%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Texas does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Dallas Transfer Checklist

  • Complete Form 130-U at the Dallas County Tax Office
  • Title transfer within 30 days
  • Texas safety inspection required; emissions testing required in Dallas County
  • Seller must sign title assignment

County Information — Dallas County

County Clerk / Recorder

Dallas County Clerk

Phone

(214) 653-7099

Golf Cart market data and safety information

The most common golf cart makes in private-party sales are Club Car, E-Z-GO, Yamaha, Star EV, Garia. Average private-party golf cart prices range from $2,000–$15,000. Golf carts average 0.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Electrical, Brakes, Steering.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used golf cart

Before completing a golf cart bill of sale in Texas, verify these safety items:

  • Test all batteries — battery pack replacement is the biggest expense ($1,000–$3,000)
  • Check controller and speed sensor for erratic operation
  • Verify street-legal equipment if LSV-classified (lights, mirrors, seatbelts, VIN)
  • Test brake system — golf carts often sit unused and brakes can seize

Golf Cart insurance and depreciation in Texas

Golf cart insurance is $100–$300/year. Required if operated on public roads as an LSV. Electric golf carts depreciate slowly — 20–30% over 5 years — but battery condition is the key value driver. Peak season for private golf cart sales is spring for golf communities, year-round in retirement areas (fl, az, sc), with an average of 30 days on market.

Golf Cart registration and titling

Golf Carts are classified as "Low-speed vehicle (LSV) if street-legal; otherwise unregistered recreational equipment" for registration purposes. LSVs must not exceed 25 mph on level ground. Modifications increasing speed above 25 mph may reclassify the vehicle. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to golf carts.

Golf Cart sales in Dallas, Texas

Dallas residents completing a golf cart bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Texas state rules. The state sales tax rate is 6.25%, flat 6.25% motor vehicle sales tax statewide. The most popular golf cart makes in Texas include Club Car, E-Z-GO, Yamaha.

Texas bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 10,842 bill of sale documents for Texas transactions, with 292 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 Dallas in, and which office handles title transfers?

Dallas is in Dallas County. Title transfers are handled by the Dallas County Tax Office – Main Branch at 1201 Elm St, Suite 1250, Dallas, TX 75270. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (214) 653-7811.

What is the sales tax rate on a golf cart sale in Dallas?

The combined rate is 8.25%. Texas state rate 6.25% + Dallas County/City local rate 2.00%.

Is notarization required for a golf cart bill of sale in Dallas?

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

What fees should I expect when transferring a golf cart title in Dallas?

Title transfer fee: $28.00. Base registration fee: $51.75. Sales tax at 8.25% is collected at the time of title transfer.