Free Arkansas Car Bill of Sale
Arkansas folds the whole car transfer into one counter: the DFA revenue office handles the title (Form 10-313), the registration, and the tax collection in a single visit — there is no standalone DMV to find. The tax has a structure that rewards cheap-car buyers outright: used vehicles under $4,000 are EXEMPT from sales tax, a reduced band applies just above that line, and the standard 6.5%-plus-local rates take over from there. The buyer has 30 days, no inspection of any kind exists in Arkansas, and the seller's signed title plus a solid bill of sale complete the packet.
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Arkansas Car Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Sales Tax Details
Arkansas state sales tax on vehicles is 6.5%. Additional city/county taxes (2–3%) typically apply, bringing common totals to 8.5–9.5%. Some cities near state lines see rates over 10%.
Inspection Requirements
Arkansas does not require a safety inspection or emissions test at time of sale.
Arkansas Car Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Complete Form 10-313 with VIN, year, make, model, odometer, sale price, buyer/seller info.
- Seller signs title over to buyer.
- Buyer takes Form 10-313 + title + proof of insurance to AR DFA Revenue office within 30 days.
- Buyer pays 6.5% state tax + local tax + title and registration fees.
Common Pitfalls
- Going to a "DMV" — Arkansas uses the DFA Revenue Division for title transfers, not a standard DMV.
- Missing the 30-day transfer window.
- Not accounting for local add-on taxes — Fayetteville/Fort Smith buyers often pay 9%+.
- Odometer disclosure required on vehicles under 10 model years.
Pro Tip
AR car: Form 10-313 + DFA Revenue office + 30-day transfer + 6.5% state + local taxes.