Updated August 15, 2023
A Colorado bill of sale is a document that accompanies the sale or trade of a vehicle or personal property. It acts both as a receipt and proof of ownership. It is advised that a bill of sale is signed after the parties have completed the sale and both sides have made the exchange.
Forms (4)
 Vehicle Bill of Sale – A legal document offering proof of sale and transference of ownership of a vehicle.
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 Boat Bill of Sale – To be used to provide proof that a legal transaction has taken place between two (2) parties in the sale and purchase details the sale of a boat/vessel in the state of Colorado.
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 General Bill of Sale – Offers proof that a legitimate sale or trade has been negotiated and placed into writing, reflecting the cost and other details.
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 Gun Bill of Sale – This is a legal document that will provide information with regard to the sale or trade, as well, the transference of ownership of a firearm between two parties.
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Vehicle Registration Forms
- Bill of Sale;
- Odometer Disclosure Statement;
- Certificate of Title (if the vehicle was titled in a different state, a VIN inspection is needed);[1]
- Valid driver’s license;
- Emissions inspection form (if applicable);
- Sellers are required to provide an emissions test to applicable vehicles,[2] and some counties do not require emissions tests.
- A Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney is required if an individual is registering the vehicle on another’s behalf;
- Appropriate payment method for registration fees;[3] and
- Proof of Insurance with required minimums:
- $25,000 bodily injury/death for one person
- $50,000 bodily injury/death for all persons
- $15,000 property damage
Boat Registration Forms
- Bill of Sale or other acceptable ownership documents;[4]
- Completed Colorado Boat Registration Form (REGIS 01/2020);
- ANS Stamp (obtained through the registration process);
- Registration fees[5] ($35.25-$75.25, depending on the vessel’s length); and
- Valid Colorado driver’s license or form of photo ID