Lost Car Title in Colorado: How to Replace It
Replacing a lost car title in Colorado costs $8.2, filed with DR 2539A, Duplicate Title/Lien Request and Receipt (online (myDMV), mail, in-person (county office)). That's the entire DIY cost — form-prep services charge $150+ for the same paperwork.
Verified against official Colorado sources · 2026-06-12 · Reviewed by the CarWhere Vehicle Data Team
State fee
$8.2
Form
DR 2539A, Duplicate Title/Lien Request and Receipt
How to file
online (myDMV) · mail · in-person (county office)
Processing time
Varies
Official source: dmv.colorado.gov
Buying or selling while the title's being replaced?
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FAQ
How much does a duplicate car title cost in Colorado?
$8.2, paid to the state with DR 2539A, Duplicate Title/Lien Request and Receipt. Verified against the Colorado titling agency, 2026-06-12. Form-prep services charge $150+ for this same paperwork; the state fee is all that's required.
How long does a replacement title take in Colorado?
Processing times vary; Colorado's titling agency publishes current estimates. Filing is available online (myDMV), mail, in-person (county office).
Can I sell a car in Colorado while the title is lost?
Generally no — you need the duplicate in hand first, and buyers should insist on it. If you're the buyer in this situation, run the VIN before money moves: the $9.99 CarWhere Full VIN Report shows the federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) and the original window sticker where available, so you know what you're buying while the paperwork catches up.
Do I need a service to replace a lost title?
No. Replacing a lost title is a standard DMV transaction costing $8.2 that owners complete directly. Paid services charge $150+ to pre-fill the same public form — useful only if your situation is genuinely complicated (no proof of ownership, out-of-state liens, deceased owner).
Sources: fee, form, and timeline from the Colorado titling agency (linked above). Fees change by statute — always confirm against the official page before filing. Cite this page: CarWhere, "Lost Car Title in Colorado," carwhere.com/titles/lost-title/colorado, verified 2026-06-12.