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Green Bay, Wisconsin Car Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a car in Green Bay, Wisconsin. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

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What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Car 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 — Brown County

DMV / Title Office

WI DMV – Green Bay Service Center

Address

301 N Adams St, Green Bay, WI 54301

Phone

(608) 264-7447

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:45 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$164.50

Sales Tax Rate

5.50%

Base Registration Fee

$85.00

Wisconsin state 5% + Brown County 0.5%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Wisconsin does not require notarization.

Green Bay Transfer Checklist

  • Title transfer at DMV within 30 days
  • Sales tax at title transfer
  • Seller must sign title assignment
  • Odometer disclosure required

County Information — Brown County

County Clerk / Recorder

Brown County Clerk

Phone

(920) 448-4016

Car market data and safety information

The most common car makes in private-party sales are Toyota, Honda, Ford, Chevrolet, Nissan. Average private-party car prices range from $5,000–$25,000. The average NCAP safety rating for recent car models is 4.2 out of 5 stars. Cars average 3.1 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Airbags (Takata), Power Train, Fuel System.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used car

Before completing a car bill of sale in Wisconsin, verify these safety items:

  • Verify airbag recall status (Takata recall affected 67M+ vehicles)
  • Check tire age — tires over 6 years old degrade regardless of tread depth
  • Confirm brake pad thickness and rotor condition
  • Test all seatbelts for proper retraction and latching

Car insurance and depreciation in Wisconsin

Liability insurance required in 49 states (New Hampshire is the exception). Average annual premium: $1,600–$2,200. Cars lose approximately 20% of value in the first year and 60% over five years. Japanese brands retain value best. Peak season for private car sales is spring (march–may) when tax refunds boost demand, with an average of 21 days on market.

Car registration and titling

Cars are classified as "Passenger vehicle" for registration purposes. Standard passenger cars weigh 2,500–4,500 lbs; no special weight-class registration required. Federal odometer disclosure is required for cars under 20 years old.

Car sales in Green Bay, Wisconsin

Green Bay residents completing a car bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Wisconsin state rules. The state sales tax rate is 5%, 5% state plus 0.5% county tax in most counties. The most popular car makes in Wisconsin include Toyota, Honda, Ford.

Wisconsin bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 1,409 bill of sale documents for Wisconsin transactions, with 38 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 Green Bay in, and which office handles title transfers?

Green Bay is in Brown County. Title transfers are handled by the WI DMV – Green Bay Service Center at 301 N Adams St, Green Bay, WI 54301. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:45 PM. Phone: (608) 264-7447.

What is the sales tax rate on a car sale in Green Bay?

The combined rate is 5.50%. Wisconsin state 5% + Brown County 0.5%.

Is notarization required for a car bill of sale in Green Bay?

No. Wisconsin does not require notarization.

What fees should I expect when transferring a car title in Green Bay?

Title transfer fee: $164.50. Base registration fee: $85.00. Sales tax at 5.50% is collected at the time of title transfer.