Free Connecticut Car Bill of Sale
Connecticut prices its car tax in two tiers: 6.35% on most vehicles, jumping to 7.75% once the price crosses $50,000 — a luxury line that matters on late-model trucks and SUVs more often than buyers expect. The state's own Form H-31 documents the sale, the buyer has a generous 60 days at the CT DMV, and emissions testing runs biennially for vehicles more than four model years old (no safety inspection exists for routine transfers). Connecticut also levies annual municipal property tax on vehicles, so the purchase price is only the first conversation with the tax collector.
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Connecticut Car Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Sales Tax Details
Connecticut charges a flat 6.35% sales and use tax on vehicles priced under $50,000. Vehicles $50,000 and over are taxed at 7.75%.
Inspection Requirements
Connecticut requires an annual emissions test for vehicles 4+ model years old registered in CT. Safety inspection is not required at sale.
Connecticut Car Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Complete H-31 with VIN, year, make, model, odometer, sale price, buyer/seller info.
- Seller signs the title assignment and odometer disclosure.
- Buyer submits H-31 + signed title to CT DMV within 60 days.
- Buyer pays 6.35% (or 7.75% if $50k+) sales tax + title fee ($25) + registration.
- Emissions test required at next registration for 4+ year old vehicles.
Common Pitfalls
- Forgetting the 7.75% tier — applies on any vehicle priced $50,000 or more.
- Missing the 60-day title transfer deadline.
- Not checking CT's emissions schedule — first test due at 4 years old, then every 2 years.
- Odometer disclosure required on all vehicles under 10 years old.
Pro Tip
CT car: Form H-31 + 60-day transfer + 6.35% tax (7.75% over $50k).