How to Fill Out a Bill of Sale in Arizona
A step-by-step guide to every field on an Arizona vehicle bill of sale — with a free filled-in example you can download instantly.
Two Arizona forms get mixed up, so start by knowing which one you are holding: Form 96-0236 is the Title and Registration Application the buyer files, while ADOT's Title Transfer Bill of Sale is Form 38-1306 — used instead of the signed title for Arizona-titled vehicles. The second thing to know rewrites the tax math most guides get wrong: private-party vehicle sales in Arizona are EXEMPT from the state's Transaction Privilege Tax. The buyer doesn't pay sales tax on your price at all — instead they pay the annual Vehicle License Tax (VLT) at registration, calculated on a depreciating share of the manufacturer's base retail price, not on your deal. Fill in the parties, the vehicle identifiers, odometer, true price, date, and both signatures — the bill of sale is your record of the deal. The buyer has 15 days to title.
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State rules change. We check these requirements against official state sources, but details can go out of date. Confirm with your state's motor vehicle agency before you rely on them. If you notice anything wrong or outdated, email support@billofsale.app.
Step-by-Step: Every Field Explained
Seller Information
- Full legal name
- Current mailing address
- City, state, ZIP code
- Phone number (optional but recommended)
Buyer Information
- Full legal name
- Current mailing address
- City, state, ZIP code
- Phone number (optional)
Vehicle Description
- Vehicle year (4-digit)
- Make (manufacturer — e.g., Ford, Toyota)
- Model (e.g., F-150, Camry)
- Body style (e.g., sedan, pickup, SUV)
- Color
- VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) — 17 characters, found on the dashboard or door jamb
- Odometer reading at time of sale
Sale Details
- Sale price in US dollars (write out both numerals and words — e.g., "$8,500 — Eight thousand five hundred dollars")
- Payment method (cash, check, electronic transfer)
- Date of sale (month / day / year)
Seller Signature
- Seller's signature (must match title)
- Printed name
- Date signed
Buyer Signature
- Buyer's signature
- Printed name
- Date signed
Get a Pre-Filled Arizona Example
Use the generator above to create a filled-in Arizona bill of sale example in under 60 seconds. Fields are set up for Arizona — no notary section, no state tax on a private sale, and 15-day title transfer deadline noted.
Other Forms Required in Arizona
Along with the bill of sale, you may need these additional documents for an Arizona vehicle transfer:
- Title and Registration Application (Form 96-0236)
- Title Transfer Bill of Sale (Form 38-1306) — accepted instead of the signed title (Arizona-titled vehicles only)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the buyer pay sales tax on a private car sale in Arizona?
Can I use Form 96-0236 for a boat or trailer?
How long does the buyer have to title in Arizona?
Does Arizona require notarization on the bill of sale?
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View Arizona guide →Form 38-1306
A bill of sale documents the price, odometer, and parties for the private sale. Form 38-1306 can take the place of the signed title on Arizona-titled vehicles; Form 96-0236 is the buyer's title/registration application filed with it.
Form 38-1306 guide →