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Spokane, Washington UTV Bill of Sale

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

Spokane, WashingtonUTVPopulation rank #96

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 — 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

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 Washington, 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 Washington

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 Spokane, Washington

Spokane residents completing a utv 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 utv 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 utv sale in Spokane?

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

Is notarization required for a utv bill of sale in Spokane?

No. Washington does not require notarization.

What fees should I expect when transferring a utv 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.