Kentucky rv — quick answer
In Kentucky, a RV bill of sale is situational and notarization of the title transfer is required. The state form used for titled vehicles is TC 96-182. Titling and registration are handled by the Kentucky DMV.
Is a RV bill of sale required in Kentucky?
Situational. A notarized bill of sale (TC 96-182) is used to apply the actual sale price for tax; otherwise tax is based on NADA value.
Seller signs the title assignment before a notary; the buyer titles at the County Clerk.
Does a Kentucky RV bill of sale need to be notarized?
Required. Kentucky is a title-notary state: the seller signs the title assignment in front of a notary. The TC 96-182 must also be notarized to use the actual sale price.
Because Kentucky requires notarization for the title transfer, do not sign the title until you are in front of a notary.
What to include on a Kentucky RV bill of sale
- Buyer and seller names and addresses
- Year, make, model, and RV class/type
- 17-character VIN
- Length and (for motorized RVs) odometer reading
- Price, date, and signatures
How to transfer a RV in Kentucky
- 1Complete the bill of sale and title assignment.
Record the buyer, seller, price, odometer, and date. Sign the title before a notary, as Kentucky requires.
- 2Hand over the signed title.
Seller signs the title assignment before a notary; the buyer titles at the County Clerk.
- 3Register with the Kentucky DMV.
The buyer titles and registers the RV, bringing Application for Title/Registration. Confirm current fees on the official page.
Odometer disclosure
Federal law requires a written odometer disclosure when title is transferred for vehicles less than 20 years old. As of 2026 that means model year 2011 and newer; model year 2010 and older are generally exempt. Record the exact mileage — never round it. See the NHTSA rule.
Official sources
Requirements change and can vary by county. Confirm with the Kentucky DMV before you sign. Not legal advice.
Kentucky RV Bill of Sale — FAQ
Is a RV bill of sale required in Kentucky?
A bill of sale is situational in Kentucky. A notarized bill of sale (TC 96-182) is used to apply the actual sale price for tax; otherwise tax is based on NADA value.
Does a Kentucky RV bill of sale need to be notarized?
Yes. Kentucky is a title-notary state: the seller signs the title assignment in front of a notary. The TC 96-182 must also be notarized to use the actual sale price.
Is an RV titled like a car or a trailer?
Motorized RVs (Class A/B/C) are titled and registered like vehicles. Towable RVs such as travel trailers and fifth wheels follow trailer titling rules in your state.
Do I record mileage on an RV bill of sale?
Yes for motorized RVs — record the exact odometer reading. Towable RVs have no odometer.
Is a bill of sale proof of ownership?
Generally no. For titled property like a car or boat, the title is what proves ownership. A bill of sale proves that a sale happened and records the price, date, and terms — it supports the title transfer but does not replace it. For untitled property (furniture, equipment, electronics), the signed bill of sale is usually the main proof of ownership.