PDF — Gift transfer Golf Cart Bill of Sale Mississippi

Mississippi Golf Cart transfer fees and requirements

In Mississippi, the title transfer fee is $9 and registration costs $12.75 - $21.75 depending on vehicle type. Golf Cart sales are subject to 5% sales tax on vehicle purchases (reduced rate). Mississippi does not require notarization for private-party golf cart transfers. Mississippi does not require emission testing for private-party golf cart sales.

• Reduced 5% sales tax rate for vehicle purchases
• Title transfer at county tax collector office
• Seller must provide title signed and notarized

Mississippi sales tax on golf cart purchases

Mississippi has a 5% state sales tax rate. 5% reduced vehicle sales tax rate statewide. Private-party golf cart sales in Mississippi are subject to sales tax. Sales tax applies at the reduced 5% vehicle rate. The title transfer fee is $9.

Golf Cart market data and safety information

The most common golf cart makes in private-party sales are Club Car, E-Z-GO, Yamaha, Star EV, Garia. Average private-party golf cart prices range from $2,000–$15,000. Golf carts average 0.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Electrical, Brakes, Steering.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used golf cart

Before completing a golf cart bill of sale in Mississippi, verify these safety items:

• Test all batteries — battery pack replacement is the biggest expense ($1,000–$3,000)
• Check controller and speed sensor for erratic operation
• Verify street-legal equipment if LSV-classified (lights, mirrors, seatbelts, VIN)
• Test brake system — golf carts often sit unused and brakes can seize

Golf Cart insurance and depreciation in Mississippi

Golf cart insurance is $100–$300/year. Required if operated on public roads as an LSV. Electric golf carts depreciate slowly — 20–30% over 5 years — but battery condition is the key value driver. Peak season for private golf cart sales is spring for golf communities, year-round in retirement areas (fl, az, sc), with an average of 30 days on market.

Golf Cart registration and titling

Golf Carts are classified as "Low-speed vehicle (LSV) if street-legal; otherwise unregistered recreational equipment" for registration purposes. LSVs must not exceed 25 mph on level ground. Modifications increasing speed above 25 mph may reclassify the vehicle. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to golf carts.

Mississippi bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 724 bill of sale documents for Mississippi transactions, with 20 generated this month alone. The most popular vehicle type is car.