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Sample Bill of Sale
Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale
IN CONSIDERATION of ______________________ of ________________________ (the 'Purchaser') providing $_____________USD, which includes all sales taxes (the 'Purchase Price'), the receipt and sufficiency of which consideration is hereby acknowledged to ______________________ of ________________________ (the 'Seller'), the Seller SELLS AND DELIVERS the Motor Vehicle to the Purchaser.
PURCHASE PRICE: The Purchaser will pay the Purchase Price to the Seller by Bank Draft.
MOTOR VEHICLE: The Seller will sell and deliver to the Purchaser the following motor vehicle (the Motor Vehicle):
- Make: ________________________
- Model: ________________________
- Year: ________________________
- Body Type: ________________________
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): ________________________
- Odometer Reading: ________________________ miles
WARRANTIES: The Seller warrants that the Motor Vehicle is free of any liens and encumbrances except the Security Interest and that the Seller is the legal owner of the Motor Vehicle. The Seller also warrants that the Seller has the full right and authority to sell and deliver the Motor Vehicle and that the Seller will defend the title of the Motor Vehicle against any and all claims and demands except the Security Interest.
'AS IS' CONDITION: The Purchaser acknowledges that the Motor Vehicle is sold 'as is'. The Seller expressly disclaims any implied warranty as to fitness for a particular purpose and any implied warranty as to merchantability. The Seller expressly disclaims any expressed or other implied warranties.
WORKING ORDER: Any warranty as to the condition or working order of the Motor Vehicle is expressly disclaimed by the Seller.
MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY: Any disclaimer of warranties by the Seller in this Bill of Sale will not in any way affect the terms of any applicable warranties from the manufacturer of the Motor Vehicle.
LIABILITIES: The Seller does not assume, nor does the Seller authorize any other person on the behalf of the Seller to assume, any liability in connection with the sale or delivery of the Motor Vehicle.
INSPECTION: The Purchaser accepts the Motor Vehicle in its existing condition given that the Purchaser has either inspected the Motor Vehicle or was given the opportunity to inspect the Motor Vehicle but chose to not inspect it.
GOVERNING LAW: This Bill of Sale will be construed in accordance with and governed by the laws of the State of Alabama.
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SIGNED, SEALED, AND DELIVERED this ___ day of ____________________, 20___ in the presence of:
WITNESS DETAILS:
WITNESS DETAILS: |
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NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT - SELLER
STATE OF ALABAMA
COUNTY OF ____________________
I ____________________________, a Notary Public in and for said County and State, hereby certify that ______________________ whose name is signed to the foregoing instrument, and who is known to me (or satisfactorily proven), acknowledged before me on this day that, being informed of the contents of the instrument, he/she executed the same voluntarily on the day the same bears date. Given under my hand this ___ day of ____________________, 20___.
__________________________(Notary Public Signature)
Notary Public
My commission expires: __________________________
NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT - PURCHASER
STATE OF KENTUCKY
COUNTY OF ____________________
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ___ day of ____________________, 20___, by ______________________.
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Notary Public
My commission expires: _____________
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Federal and State Law requires that the Seller state the Mileage upon transfer of ownership. Failure to complete or providing an inaccurate or untruthful statement may result in fines and/or imprisonment. |
Odometer Disclosure Statement
I , ______________________ of ________________________ (the 'Seller'), STATE AND DECLARE that the odometer of the following vehicle (the 'Motor Vehicle') reads as follows:
- Make: ________________________
- Model: ________________________
- Year: ________________________
- Current Odometer Reading: ________________________ miles
- Body Type: ________________________
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): ________________________
We CERTIFY that to the best of our knowledge the odometer reading as stated above reflects the actual mileage of the Motor Vehicle and that the odometer of the Motor Vehicle was not altered, set back, or disconnected while in our possession, and we have no knowledge of anyone else doing so.
SIGNED, SEALED, AND DELIVERED
WITNESS DETAILS:
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NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT - ODOMETER STATEMENT
STATE OF ALABAMA
COUNTY OF ____________________
I ____________________________, a Notary Public in and for said County and State, hereby certify that ______________________ whose name is signed to the foregoing instrument, and who is known to me (or satisfactorily proven), acknowledged before me on this day that, being informed of the contents of the instrument, he/she executed the same voluntarily on the day the same bears date. Given under my hand this ___ day of ____________________, 20___.
__________________________(Notary Public Signature)
Notary Public
My commission expires: __________________________
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Receipt of original copy
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Why Use a Bill of Sale Form?
A Bill of Sale (BOS) is a legal document that serves as proof of sale or transfer of ownership of personal property from one party to another. Bills of Sale are used for transferring valued assets such as vehicles, boats, equipment, aircraft, firearms, branded animals and other personal property.
BOS Is More Than Proof of Purchase
A Bill of Sale is not the same as an Invoice or a Receipt. It is more than proof of purchase. This is a legally binding document of the transaction that protects both Buyer and Seller from fraud, theft and mistakes. A completed BOS proves validity of purchase, ensures that it is genuine, and that the price paid is the same as the Buyer claims.
Wondering If You Need a BOS?
A BOS is typically issued by the Seller to the Buyer, at the time of the transaction. It is quick and easy to create a Bill of Sale above that you can preview, print out and you can even email it back and forth. Use our free on-line samples and templates that cover all necessary information to protect you in case a dispute about the transaction arises later on. Simply fill in the form above to begin.
What is a DMV Bill of Sale?
Many states require a completed Auto Bill of Sale, also known as a DMV Bill of Sale, before you can register the vehicle or transfer a vehicle title. A Bill of Sale is particularly important, should anything go wrong with the vehicle that the Seller knew about, but failed to notify the Buyer. The information contained in the BOS can be compared to a vehicle history report to ensure that the vehicle history is accurate. Sales tax will be calculated based on the purchase price listed on the BOS.
This document does not replace a title transfer. Many states require that an Auto Bill of Sale includes an Odometer Reading; some states require it to be notarized.
Other Types of BOS
While people most often use a B<><>OS for used cars, there are other types of BOS to document the sale of other kinds of personal property such as a laptop, bike, snowmobile, firearm, boats, pets and animals, and furniture—any of which can created free using the form above.
What Does It Mean to Sell an Item on "As-Is" Basis?
By selling an item "as-is," it means that the item is on sale in its current condition, including with its faults, with or without warranty, and with or without some accessories. By indicating that a sale is "as-is", a Seller is safe from a legal suit should the Buyer encounter problems with their purchase. It means that the Buyer will shoulder repair costs if the purchased item breaks down soon after purchase. However, a Seller needs to indicate that a sale is on this condition to avoid problems in future.
However, most Sellers include a limited liability on sales, to sweeten deals. If you choose to include limited liability, specify what the warranty covers and what it does not.
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Though the details vary depending on the item in question, here are the basic details for a generic bill of sale:
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Names and addresses of the Buyer and the Seller, as well as their contact information
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The date of the transaction
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The purchase consideration
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The date of payment
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Type of transaction: cash sale/trade/gifting
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Terms and conditions of the sale/purchase
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Warranty information if available
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The description of the named item
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The Seller’s disclosure, if any
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The dated signatures of the Seller and Buyer (if needed)
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Acknowledgment by the notary public (if necessary for registration of the item)
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What Are the Acceptable Details Under the Description of the Item On Sale?
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The serial number for equipment, furniture, aircraft, electronics, engines, boats, trailers, or bicycles.
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Registration or identification numbers for watercraft, vehicles, aircraft and motor vehicles. This applies to branded animals too.
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Odometer readings for vehicles, car, motorcycles, and watercraft
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Color: this applies to any asset on sale
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Make, model, or year: for vehicles, car, watercraft, aircraft, electronics, and equipment
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Selling price
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Are There Circumstances for Not Using the Bill of Sale?
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Yes. You do not use the BOS for
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Sale of small items: you don’t need a BOS when selling low-cost items like cups or an old rug.
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Real Estate transactions: these transactions are more complicated, and you have to use different types of property forms often available through local or the state government only
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Services transfer: The BOS is only valid when transferring ownership of assets-not for services performed
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