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Create St. George, Utah Semi Truck Bill of Sale Online

Use this bill of sale when selling a semi truck in St. George, Utah. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

St. George, UtahSemi TruckPopulation rank #300

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Semi Truck 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 — Washington County

DMV / Title Office

Utah DMV – St. George Office

Address

175 E 200 N, St. George, UT 84770

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

6.75%

Base Registration Fee

$44.00

Utah state rate 4.85% + Washington County/St. George local taxes 1.90%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Utah does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

St. George 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 may be required depending on county
  • Seller must sign the title assignment

County Information — Washington County

County Clerk / Recorder

Washington County Clerk

Phone

(435) 634-5712

Semi Truck market data and safety information

The most common semi truck makes in private-party sales are Freightliner, Kenworth, Peterbilt, Volvo, International. Average private-party semi truck prices range from $20,000–$180,000. Semi trucks average 4.5 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Brakes, Engine/Emissions, Electrical.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used semi truck

Before completing a semi truck bill of sale in Utah, verify these safety items:

  • Inspect brake system — air brake components, slack adjusters, and pad condition
  • Check DPF/DEF emission system status — deletion is federally illegal and affects value
  • Verify DOT inspection history and annual inspection sticker currency
  • Test all lighting, reflectors, and conspicuity markings per FMCSA requirements

Semi Truck insurance and depreciation in Utah

Commercial truck insurance ranges $5,000–$15,000/year for owner-operators. Authority holders need $750K–$1M liability minimum. Diesel trucks depreciate based on mileage — expect 40–50% loss after 500,000 miles. Glider kits and pre-emission models command premiums. Peak season for private semi truck sales is january–march as trucking companies refresh fleets before peak shipping season, with an average of 35 days on market.

Semi Truck registration and titling

Semi Trucks are classified as "Commercial motor vehicle (CMV) — requires CDL to operate; IRP/IFTA registration for interstate operation" for registration purposes. Class 7 (26,001–33,000 lbs GVWR) and Class 8 (33,001+ lbs GVWR). Over 16,000 lbs GVWR exempts from federal odometer disclosure. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to semi trucks.

Semi Truck sales in St. George, Utah

St. George residents completing a semi truck 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 semi truck makes in Utah include Freightliner, Kenworth, Peterbilt.

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 St. George in, and which office handles title transfers?

St. George is in Washington County. Title transfers are handled by the Utah DMV – St. George Office at 175 E 200 N, St. George, UT 84770. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (801) 297-7780.

What is the sales tax rate on a semi truck sale in St. George?

The combined rate is 6.75%. Utah state rate 4.85% + Washington County/St. George local taxes 1.90%.

Is notarization required for a semi truck bill of sale in St. George?

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

What fees should I expect when transferring a semi truck title in St. George?

Title transfer fee: $6.00. Base registration fee: $44.00. Sales tax at 6.75% is collected at the time of title transfer.