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How to Fill Out a Bill of Sale in Arizona

A step-by-step guide to every field on a Arizona vehicle bill of sale — with a free filled-in example you can download instantly.

Arizona's Form 96-0236 is a three-in-one: the same bill of sale covers a motor vehicle, a watercraft, OR a trailer — so the first fill-out step is circling what you're actually selling. 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 (or hull) identifiers, odometer, true price, date, and both signatures; the MVD still uses the price to verify the transaction. The buyer has 15 days to title.

Notarization:Not required
Title deadline:15 days
Sales tax:None
Official form:Form 38-1306
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Vehicle Bill of Sale · Arizona
Arizona Requirements: Transfer title within 15 days.

Seller Information

Buyer Information

Vehicle Details

Sale Information

Condition & Warranty

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Step-by-Step: Every Field Explained

1

Seller Information

  • Full legal name
  • Current mailing address
  • City, state, ZIP code
  • Phone number (optional but recommended)
Tip: Write the name exactly as the ownership record shows it — the Arizona DMV compares the two before processing anything.
2

Buyer Information

  • Full legal name
  • Current mailing address
  • City, state, ZIP code
  • Phone number (optional)
Tip: Enter the buyer's name as it will appear on the new registration in Arizona; consistency here saves a second trip.
3

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
Tip: Treat the VIN as untrusted until confirmed twice: vehicle first, ownership papers second, and only then the form.
4

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)
Tip: Arizona has no state sales tax on vehicle sales, so no tax calculation is needed.
5

Seller Signature

  • Seller's signature (must match title)
  • Printed name
  • Date signed
Tip: No notarization applies in Arizona: sign in each other's presence where possible and file your copies long-term.
6

Buyer Signature

  • Buyer's signature
  • Printed name
  • Date signed
Tip: Both parties keep a signed original — print or write the document twice and sign both.

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Use the generator above to create a filled-in Arizona bill of sale example in under 60 seconds. All fields are pre-configured for Arizona requirements — notarization not required, AZ sales tax at None, and 15-day transfer deadline noted.

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Other Forms Required in Arizona

Along with the bill of sale, you may need these additional documents for a Arizona vehicle transfer:

  • Title and Registration Application (Form 96-0236)
  • Title Transfer Bill of Sale (Form 38-1306) — when the title cannot be produced

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the buyer pay sales tax on a private car sale in Arizona?
No — private-party vehicle sales between individuals are exempt from Arizona's 5.6% TPT (that rate applies to dealer sales). What the buyer pays instead is the annual Vehicle License Tax at registration, based on 60% of the manufacturer's base retail price depreciating each year — independent of your sale price.
Can I use Form 96-0236 for a boat or trailer?
Yes — that's its design. The one form covers motor vehicles, watercraft, and trailers; use the VIN for vehicles and trailers, the hull ID for watercraft, and complete the same party/price/date/signature fields.
How long does the buyer have to title in Arizona?
15 days from the sale at an MVD office or authorized third-party provider — one of the shorter windows in the country. Late transfers accrue penalties.
Does Arizona require notarization on the bill of sale?
No. Arizona removed notarization requirements from its title and bill of sale years ago — both signatures alone complete the paperwork.

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Official Form

Form 38-1306

A bill of sale documents the price, odometer, and parties for the private sale. Form 38-1306 specifically substitutes for a missing title on Arizona-titled vehicles; Form 96-0236 is the buyer's title/registration application filed with it.

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