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SELLING PRIVATELY

Sell a ATV / Side-by-Side (UTV) Privately

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ATVs used on public land/trails require registration in most provinces. Off-road-only ATVs on private land may not require registration, but a bill of sale is still essential. Some provinces require a trail permit.

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Bill of sale template for your province

Vehicle sale guide: everything below, plus the checklist as a PDF.

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  • Province-specific blank bill of sale
  • Transfer checklist for your province
  • What to hand over on sale day
  • How to remove the vehicle from your record
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Free blank bill of sale: PDF download

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  1. 1

    Identification Number

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    VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)

    17 characters: typically on the frame near the front wheels or under the handlebars

    1HGBH41JXMN109186

    Always verify this number matches the registration document before signing a bill of sale.

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  2. 2

    Transfer steps

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    1. 1
      Sign bill of sale
    2. 2
      Transfer registration at provincial registry (if registered)
    3. 3
      Buyer arranges off-road insurance for trail use
    4. 4
      Trailer used to transport requires separate registration
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    Seller disclosures

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    • •Known mechanical issues
    • •Hours of use (if meter present)
    • •Accident or rollover history
    • •Modifications
    • •Whether it has been used in competitions
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    Buyer's checklist

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    • ✓Check VIN against bill of sale
    • ✓Lien search (PPSA, ATVs are personal property)
    • ✓Confirm provincial registration requirements for intended use
    • ✓Off-road insurance if using on public trails
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  • Lien search guide
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Vehicle Transfer and Lien Check Package
Vehicle Transfer and Lien Check PackageATV / Side-by-Side (UTV)

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Facts checked September 2026

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