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Fort Worth, Texas UTV Bill of Sale

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

Fort Worth, TexasUTVPopulation rank #11

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 — Tarrant County

DMV / Title Office

Tarrant County Tax Office – Main Branch

Address

100 E Weatherford St, Fort Worth, TX 76196

Phone

(817) 884-1100

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% + Tarrant County/Fort Worth local rate 2.00%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Texas does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Fort Worth Transfer Checklist

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

County Information — Tarrant County

County Clerk / Recorder

Tarrant County Clerk

Phone

(817) 884-1195

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 Texas, 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 Texas

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 Fort Worth, Texas

Fort Worth residents completing a utv 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 utv makes in Texas include Polaris, Can-Am, Honda.

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 Fort Worth in, and which office handles title transfers?

Fort Worth is in Tarrant County. Title transfers are handled by the Tarrant County Tax Office – Main Branch at 100 E Weatherford St, Fort Worth, TX 76196. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (817) 884-1100.

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

The combined rate is 8.25%. Texas state rate 6.25% + Tarrant County/Fort Worth local rate 2.00%.

Is notarization required for a utv bill of sale in Fort Worth?

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

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

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