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Free Colorado Trailer Bill of Sale

Colorado trailers over 2,000 lbs use DR 2116 and require a CO DMV title. Lighter utility trailers skip the title but still register with the county. Sales tax is 2.9% base + local.

Colorado Requirements: Transfer title within 60 days. 2.9% sales tax.

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Colorado Trailer Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know

Primary Form
DR 2116
Bill of Sale
Agency
Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
2.9%
Title Required
Yes
Trailers over 2,000 lbs GVWR require a title in Colorado. Utility trailers under 2,000 lbs require registration but no title.
Inspection
Not required

Sales Tax Details

Same state 2.9% + local rates apply to trailer sales.

Colorado Trailer Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Complete DR 2116 with VIN/serial, type, GVWR, length, sale price.
  2. Seller signs title (if over 2,000 lbs GVWR).
  3. Buyer registers at county clerk within 60 days.
  4. Buyer pays 2.9% + local tax + title/registration fees.

Common Pitfalls

  • Not knowing the GVWR — the 2,000 lb cutoff determines whether a title is required.
  • Missing the 60-day transfer window on titled trailers.

Pro Tip

CO trailer: DR 2116 + title if over 2,000 lbs GVWR + 2.9% base tax.

Colorado Trailer Bill of Sale — FAQs

Do all Colorado trailers need a title?
Only trailers over 2,000 lbs GVWR require a Colorado title. Lighter utility trailers only need county registration.