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Free Illinois RV Bill of Sale

RV transfers in Illinois run through the Secretary of State, with the unique RUT-50 flat-tax twist. Because RVs commonly sell at five-figure prices, the $15,000+ purchase-price tier of RUT-50 frequently applies — but the tax is still capped at roughly $1,500, often a relief compared to a percentage-based 6.25%+ tax on a $50,000 motorhome. Motorhomes registered in the 8 emissions counties must pass Air Team if they are gas-engine units within the program age window; diesel motorhomes are typically exempt.

Illinois Requirements: Transfer title within 20 days. 6.25% sales tax.

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Motorhomes title like motor vehicles; towable trailers title like trailers — and the paperwork differs for each. Our guide covers lien holder procedures, what to do with an active loan balance, and how RV registration deadlines work. Read: Car Bill of Sale: Complete Guide →

Illinois RV Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know

Primary Form
VSD 190
Application for Vehicle Transaction(s)
Agency
Illinois SOS
Illinois Secretary of State, Vehicle Services Department
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
Exempt
Title Required
Yes
RVs and travel trailers in Illinois are titled through the Secretary of State, same as cars and ATVs, using Form VSD 190 plus RUT-50. Motorhomes (Class A/B/C) are self-propelled and titled and registered as motor vehicles. Travel trailers and fifth-wheels are titled and registered as trailers, with registration fees based on weight class. The bill of sale should list VIN, year/make/model, length, GVWR, and price.
Inspection
Not required

Sales Tax Details

RV private-party sales pay RUT-50, the flat age-based tax. For motorhomes, expect the standard table — and the $15,000+ purchase-price tier hits frequently because RVs commonly sell for far more than that. A 5-year-old motorhome that sells for $40,000 will land in the higher table (up to about $1,500), regardless of the percentage tax other states would charge. Travel trailers also use RUT-50.

Exemption: Family transfer rate of $15 applies between spouse, parent, child, grandparent, grandchild, and sibling. Gifts and inheritances qualify. Resale by a registered Illinois retailer is exempt with a CRT-61 certificate.

Inspection Requirements

Illinois has no statewide RV safety inspection. Motorhomes registered in the 8 emissions counties (Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, Will, Madison, St. Clair) must have a passing Air Team emissions test if they meet the gas-engine model-year criteria — diesel motorhomes are typically exempt from the test. Travel trailers do not need emissions tests because they have no engine. A pre-purchase inspection by an RV technician is strongly recommended for motorhomes and large trailers.

Illinois RV Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Pre-purchase RV technician inspection: roof, slide-outs, plumbing, propane system, generator, chassis, tires age
  2. Verify VIN matches the title; confirm no open lien
  3. Bill of sale lists VIN, year/make/model, length, GVWR, mileage (motorhomes), and "sold as-is"
  4. Seller assigns the title with odometer reading (motorhomes only — federal disclosure rules apply)
  5. Complete VSD 190 and RUT-50, applying the $15 family rate if eligible
  6. For motorhomes registered in Cook/DuPage/Kane/Lake/McHenry/Will/Madison/St. Clair, confirm Air Team emissions pass (gas engines)
  7. File at SOS within 20 days; seller removes plates

Common Pitfalls

  • Underestimating RV-specific defects (delamination, soft floors, slide-out failures, roof leaks) — Illinois sales are as-is, so a pre-purchase inspection is essential
  • Forgetting that the $15,000+ RUT-50 tier applies to most motorhome sales — budget up to ~$1,500 in tax
  • Missing the 20-day SOS title transfer deadline and racking up late penalties
  • Buying a gas motorhome in an emissions county without checking Air Team status
  • Towing a newly purchased trailer home on the seller's plates — Illinois plates stay with the seller, so you need transfer or temporary registration
  • Skipping the title-lien check and discovering after purchase that the RV is encumbered

Pro Tip

Illinois RV transfers go through the SOS with VSD 190 + RUT-50, hit the $15,000+ tier of the flat tax (capped at ~$1,500) for most motorhome sales, and need Air Team emissions for gas motorhomes in the 8 emissions counties.

Illinois RV Bill of Sale — FAQs

How much tax will I pay on an RV in Illinois?
Private-party RV sales use RUT-50. Most motorhome and large-trailer sales fall into the $15,000+ purchase-price tier of the RUT-50 table, which can reach about $1,500. That is often less than the 6.25%+ percentage tax other states charge — a $50,000 motorhome would cost over $3,000 in tax in many states, but Illinois caps RUT-50 at roughly $1,500. Older or cheaper RVs may pay much less under the standard age-based tier. Family transfers qualify for the $15 family rate.
Do RVs need an emissions test in Illinois?
Gas-powered motorhomes registered in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, Will, Madison, or St. Clair counties must pass the Illinois Air Team emissions test on the standard biennial schedule if they fall within the program's model-year and weight criteria. Diesel motorhomes are typically exempt from emissions testing. Travel trailers and fifth-wheels have no engine and never need emissions tests. Outside the 8 emissions counties, no RV emissions test is required.
Can I drive a motorhome home before titling it?
Not legally on the seller's plates — Illinois plates belong to the seller. Options: transfer plates from another vehicle you own (using a 90-day transfer permit through SOS), get a temporary registration permit, or arrange transport. Driving an unplated, unregistered motorhome on Illinois roads is a ticketable offense and may void your insurance. Plan registration before pickup for cross-country motorhome purchases.
What inspection should I get on a used RV?
Hire a certified RV technician (NRVIA or similar) for a pre-purchase inspection — typically $300–$700 depending on RV size and complexity. They check the roof for leaks and delamination, slide-out mechanisms, propane and plumbing systems, generator hours and condition, electrical systems, tire age (RV tires often fail by date, not tread), chassis and brakes on motorhomes, and structural condition. Illinois has no required RV safety inspection, so this is your only protection in an as-is private sale.
Are travel trailers titled the same as motorhomes?
Yes, both are titled through the Illinois Secretary of State using VSD 190 + RUT-50. The difference is registration: motorhomes register and pay registration fees as motor vehicles (which include insurance and may require Air Team in the 8 counties), while travel trailers register as trailers with weight-based fees and do not need emissions testing. Both pay RUT-50 at title transfer. Both sales involve the 20-day deadline.

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