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Salt Lake City, Utah Farm Equipment Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a farm equipment in Salt Lake City, Utah. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

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What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Farm Equipment 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 — Salt Lake County

DMV / Title Office

Utah DMV – Salt Lake Office

Address

380 W 2880 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84115

Phone

(801) 297-7780

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$6.00

Sales Tax Rate

7.75%

Base Registration Fee

$44.00

Utah state rate 4.85% + Salt Lake County 1.1% + Salt Lake City 1.0% + transit 0.8%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Utah does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Salt Lake City Transfer Checklist

  • Title transfer at a Utah DMV office within 48 hours (not business days)
  • Utah sales tax collected at title transfer
  • Safety and emissions inspection required in Salt Lake County
  • Seller must sign the title assignment

County Information — Salt Lake County

County Clerk / Recorder

Salt Lake County Clerk

Phone

(385) 468-7400

Farm Equipment market data and safety information

The most common farm equipment makes in private-party sales are John Deere, Case IH, AGCO, CLAAS, Kubota. Average private-party farm equipment prices range from $5,000–$200,000. Farm equipments average 0.9 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Hydraulic System, Electrical, Safety Guards.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used farm equipment

Before completing a farm equipment bill of sale in Utah, verify these safety items:

  • Inspect all safety guards and shields — OSHA requires guarding on all PTO and moving parts
  • Check hydraulic system pressure and hose condition
  • Verify operator station controls and emergency shutoff function
  • Test lights and SMV signage for road transport

Farm Equipment insurance and depreciation in Utah

Covered under farm policy. Standalone equipment floater policies available for $300–$1,000/year. Well-maintained farm equipment retains value strongly — 50–70% after 10 years for major brands. Peak season for private farm equipment sales is late fall after harvest and late winter before planting, with an average of 50 days on market.

Farm Equipment registration and titling

Farm Equipments are classified as "Farm implement (exempt from standard registration in most states)" for registration purposes. Farm equipment is classified by function (combine, baler, planter, etc.) rather than weight. Oversized equipment may require transport permits for road movement. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to farm equipments.

Farm Equipment sales in Salt Lake City, Utah

Salt Lake City residents completing a farm equipment bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Utah state rules. The state sales tax rate is 6.1%, 6.1% state plus local taxes (total up to ~8.5%). The most popular farm equipment makes in Utah include John Deere, Case IH, AGCO.

Utah bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 901 bill of sale documents for Utah transactions, with 24 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 Salt Lake City in, and which office handles title transfers?

Salt Lake City is in Salt Lake County. Title transfers are handled by the Utah DMV – Salt Lake Office at 380 W 2880 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84115. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (801) 297-7780.

What is the sales tax rate on a farm equipment sale in Salt Lake City?

The combined rate is 7.75%. Utah state rate 4.85% + Salt Lake County 1.1% + Salt Lake City 1.0% + transit 0.8%.

Is notarization required for a farm equipment bill of sale in Salt Lake City?

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

What fees should I expect when transferring a farm equipment title in Salt Lake City?

Title transfer fee: $6.00. Base registration fee: $44.00. Sales tax at 7.75% is collected at the time of title transfer.