Free Colorado Boat Bill of Sale
Colorado boats are registered (not titled) through Colorado Parks and Wildlife using the HIN. There is no boat title in CO — the registration card is the proof of ownership. Sales tax still applies but is reported at county.
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Colorado Boat Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary Form
PR 1000
Certificate of Registration / Title Application
Primary ID Field
HIN (Hull ID Number)
Sales Tax
2.9%
Title Required
No
Colorado does NOT title boats — registration only through Colorado Parks and Wildlife. The HIN is the key identifier.
Inspection
Not required
Sales Tax Details
Sales tax applies at the state 2.9% base + local rates, but many private boat sales go unreported.
Colorado Boat Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Include HIN, make, model, year, hull material, length, engine HP, sale price on the bill of sale.
- Buyer applies for new registration at a CPW office with bill of sale.
- Buyer pays 2.9% + local sales tax + registration fee.
- No title to sign — registration card transfers ownership.
Common Pitfalls
- Expecting a title — Colorado boats have no title; registration card is the ownership document.
- Not recording the HIN correctly — a mismatch blocks registration.
- Forgetting to pay sales tax at county; CPW registration alone doesn't cover tax.
Pro Tip
CO boat: CPW registration (no title) + HIN + 2.9% base tax.
Colorado Boat Bill of Sale — FAQs
Does Colorado title boats?
No. Colorado does not issue boat titles. Ownership transfers via a bill of sale and a new CPW registration. The registration card serves as proof of ownership.
What is a HIN?
A Hull Identification Number (HIN) is a 12-character serial number permanently affixed to the starboard stern of all boats manufactured after 1972. It is required on all CO boat sale documents.
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