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South Burlington, Vermont Camper Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a camper in South Burlington, Vermont. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

South Burlington, VermontCamperPopulation rank #1790

What to include

Buyer and seller names and addresses
Camper 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 — Chittenden County

DMV / Title Office

VT DMV – Burlington Office (serves South Burlington)

Address

108 Cherry St, Suite 101, Burlington, VT 05401

Phone

(802) 828-2000

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 7:45 AM–4:30 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$35.00

Sales Tax Rate

6.00%

Base Registration Fee

$76.00

Vermont statewide rate 6%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Vermont does not require notarization.

South Burlington Transfer Checklist

6% purchase and use tax
Title transfer within 30 days
Bill of sale required
Seller must sign title

County Information — Chittenden County

County Clerk / Recorder

South Burlington City Clerk

Phone

(802) 846-4107

Website

https://www.southburlingtonvt.gov/clerk

Camper market data and safety information

The most common camper makes in private-party sales are Lance, Palomino, Northern Lite, Adventurer, Host. Average private-party camper prices range from $5,000–$40,000. Campers average 1.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Propane System, Electrical, Water System.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used camper

Before completing a camper bill of sale in Vermont, verify these safety items:

Verify camper weight matches truck payload capacity — overloading is common and dangerous
Check tie-down/turnbuckle mounting points on both camper and truck
Inspect roof and all seams for water damage
Test all LP appliances, water pump, and 12V/120V systems

Camper insurance and depreciation in Vermont

Usually covered as an add-on to truck insurance policy. Standalone camper coverage: $200–$600/year. Truck campers hold value well — 35–45% loss over 5 years. Four-season models command premiums. Peak season for private camper sales is spring for adventure-seekers, fall for hunters, with an average of 40 days on market.

Camper registration and titling

Campers are classified as "Truck camper (not separately titled in most states — considered equipment, not a vehicle)" for registration purposes. Truck campers weigh 1,000–5,000 lbs. Must match truck payload rating, not towing capacity. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to campers.

Camper sales in South Burlington, Vermont

South Burlington residents completing a camper bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Vermont state rules. The state sales tax rate is 6%, flat 6% purchase and use tax statewide. The most popular camper makes in Vermont include Lance, Palomino, Northern Lite.

Vermont bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 183 bill of sale documents for Vermont transactions, with 5 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 South Burlington in, and which office handles title transfers?

South Burlington is in Chittenden County. Title transfers are handled by the VT DMV – Burlington Office (serves South Burlington) at 108 Cherry St, Suite 101, Burlington, VT 05401. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:45 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (802) 828-2000.

What is the sales tax rate on a camper sale in South Burlington?

The combined rate is 6.00%. Vermont statewide rate 6%.

Is notarization required for a camper bill of sale in South Burlington?

No. Vermont does not require notarization.

What fees should I expect when transferring a camper title in South Burlington?

Title transfer fee: $35.00. Base registration fee: $76.00. Sales tax at 6.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.