How to Fill Out a North Dakota Camper Bill of Sale

North Dakota Camper transfer fees and requirements

In North Dakota, the title transfer fee is $5 and registration costs Based on weight and age; $49 - $274. Camper sales are subject to 5% excise tax on vehicle purchase price. North Dakota does not require notarization for private-party camper transfers. North Dakota does not require emission testing for private-party camper sales.

• 5% motor vehicle excise tax applies
• Title transfer at county motor vehicle office
• No emissions testing requirement

Official North Dakota bill of sale form

The official North Dakota bill of sale form is SFN 2872 (Bill of Sale). BillOfSaleNow generates a document that meets all North Dakota requirements and can be used in place of the official form.

North Dakota sales tax on camper purchases

North Dakota has a 5% state sales tax rate. 5% motor vehicle excise tax statewide. Private-party camper sales in North Dakota are subject to sales tax. Excise tax applies to all vehicle purchases. The title transfer fee is $5.

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 North Dakota, 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 North Dakota

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.

Odometer disclosure for camper sales

Campers are exempt from federal odometer disclosure. Campers do not have odometers or independent drivetrains.

Required disclosures for camper sales in North Dakota

When selling a camper in North Dakota, the following disclosures apply:

• Determine whether the camper has its own title or is transferred by bill of sale only — slide-in truck campers often do not have a separate title.
• Water damage, roof condition, and seal integrity are the primary condition concerns and should be disclosed.
• Propane system, electrical system (12V and 120V), and plumbing condition should be documented.

North Dakota bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 194 bill of sale documents for North Dakota transactions, with 5 generated this month alone. The most popular vehicle type is car.