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Spokane, Washington Side by Side Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a side by side in Spokane, Washington. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Spokane, WashingtonSide by SidePopulation rank #96

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Side by Side 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 — Spokane County

DMV / Title Office

WA DOL – Spokane Driver Licensing Office

Address

1208 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201

Phone

(360) 902-3900

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.90%

Base Registration Fee

$43.75

Washington state 6.5% + Spokane County/City 2.4%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Washington does not require notarization.

Spokane Transfer Checklist

  • Bill of sale required for use tax calculation
  • Use tax at DOL
  • Title transfer within 15 days
  • Seller keeps bill of sale copy

County Information — Spokane County

County Clerk / Recorder

Spokane County Auditor

Phone

(509) 477-2320

Side by Side market data and safety information

The most common side by side makes in private-party sales are Polaris, Can-Am, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki. Average private-party side by side prices range from $5,000–$30,000. Side by sides average 2.6 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Steering, Fuel System, Fire Hazard.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used side by side

Before completing a side by side bill of sale in Washington, verify these safety items:

  • Verify ROPS (cage) is intact and meets manufacturer specifications
  • Check all seat belts and door/net latching mechanisms
  • Inspect CV axles and boots — the highest-wear item on side-by-sides
  • Test power steering operation and differential lock engagement

Side by Side insurance and depreciation in Washington

Insurance averages $200–$600/year. Multi-passenger models cost more. Required for on-road use. Side-by-sides depreciate 30–40% in 3 years. Sport models (RZR, Maverick) depreciate faster than utility models (Ranger). Peak season for private side by side sales is spring for recreation, fall for hunting season, with an average of 25 days on market.

Side by Side registration and titling

Side by Sides are classified as "Off-highway vehicle (OHV) — some states allow street-legal conversion" for registration purposes. Side-by-sides range from 1,000–2,000 lbs. Multi-seat crew models weigh more. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to side by sides.

Side by Side sales in Spokane, Washington

Spokane residents completing a side by side bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Washington state rules. The state sales tax rate is 6.5%, 6.5% state plus local taxes (total up to ~10.4%). The most popular side by side makes in Washington include Polaris, Can-Am, Honda.

Washington bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 2,241 bill of sale documents for Washington transactions, with 60 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 Spokane in, and which office handles title transfers?

Spokane is in Spokane County. Title transfers are handled by the WA DOL – Spokane Driver Licensing Office at 1208 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (360) 902-3900.

What is the sales tax rate on a side by side sale in Spokane?

The combined rate is 8.90%. Washington state 6.5% + Spokane County/City 2.4%.

Is notarization required for a side by side bill of sale in Spokane?

No. Washington does not require notarization.

What fees should I expect when transferring a side by side title in Spokane?

Title transfer fee: $15.00. Base registration fee: $43.75. Sales tax at 8.90% is collected at the time of title transfer.