West Virginia rv — quick answer
In West Virginia, a RV bill of sale is situational and notarization of the title transfer is situational. The state form used for titled vehicles is DMV-7-TR. Titling and registration are handled by the West Virginia DMV.
Is a RV bill of sale required in West Virginia?
Situational. A notarized bill of sale (DMV-7-TR) is required specifically when the purchase price is below 50% of NADA Clean Loan value (for tax).
Seller assigns the title; the buyer titles and registers at the WV DMV.
Does a West Virginia RV bill of sale need to be notarized?
Situational (situational). Common myth: WV is widely mis-cited as a blanket notary state. Notarization is triggered by the low-price/tax condition (price under 50% of NADA value).
What to include on a West Virginia 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 West Virginia
- 1Complete the bill of sale and title assignment.
Record the buyer, seller, price, odometer, and date. Both parties sign and date.
- 2Hand over the signed title.
Seller assigns the title; the buyer titles and registers at the WV DMV.
- 3Register with the West Virginia DMV.
The buyer titles and registers the RV, bringing Bill of Sale for a Motor Vehicle, Trailer, or Boat. 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 West Virginia DMV before you sign. Not legal advice.
West Virginia RV Bill of Sale — FAQ
Is a RV bill of sale required in West Virginia?
A bill of sale is situational in West Virginia. A notarized bill of sale (DMV-7-TR) is required specifically when the purchase price is below 50% of NADA Clean Loan value (for tax).
Does a West Virginia RV bill of sale need to be notarized?
Sometimes. Common myth: WV is widely mis-cited as a blanket notary state. Notarization is triggered by the low-price/tax condition (price under 50% of NADA value).
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.