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Free Indiana Vehicle Bill of Sale

Buying or selling a vehicle in Indiana means working with the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) and dealing with a flat 7% sales tax that applies the same way in every county. Indiana publishes its own bill of sale (Form 44237), and you have 45 days from the sale to transfer the title before late fees kick in. There is no statewide inspection requirement — only Lake and Porter counties (the Chicago suburbs) require emissions testing.

Indiana Requirements: Transfer title within 45 days. 7% sales tax.

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Indiana Vehicle Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know

Primary Form
44237
Indiana Bill of Sale (Form 44237)
Agency
Indiana BMV
Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
0.07%
Title Required
Yes
Indiana titles must be transferred at a BMV branch within 45 days of the sale date. Late transfers incur an administrative penalty. The seller signs off the back of the title and the buyer applies for a new title using Form 44049 (Application for Certificate of Title).
Inspection
Not required

Sales Tax Details

Indiana charges a flat 7% state sales tax on motor vehicle purchases. There are no local or county add-on rates for vehicles, so the rate is the same statewide whether you buy in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, or Evansville.

Exemption: Transfers between immediate family members (spouse, parent, child, sibling, grandparent, grandchild) are exempt from sales tax when accompanied by Form ST-108 (Certificate of Gross Retail or Use Tax Paid) marked as a family transfer. Gifts and inheritances are also exempt.

Inspection Requirements

Indiana has no statewide safety inspection requirement. Emissions inspection (I/M testing) is required only in Lake and Porter counties in northwest Indiana (the Chicago metro area) for vehicles model year 1976 or newer that are between 4 and 25 years old.

Indiana Vehicle Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Complete Form 44237 (Indiana Bill of Sale) with VIN, odometer, sale price, and date
  2. Seller signs over the Indiana title (assignment on reverse) to the buyer
  3. Buyer completes Form 44049 (Application for Certificate of Title) at a BMV branch
  4. Pay 7% Indiana sales tax on the purchase price (or file ST-108 for exempt family transfers)
  5. Transfer title within 45 days of the sale to avoid administrative penalties
  6. If the vehicle is registered in Lake or Porter county, complete emissions testing before plating

Common Pitfalls

  • Missing the 45-day title transfer window — Indiana adds a $30+ administrative penalty for late transfers
  • Forgetting Form ST-108 on family transfers — without it the BMV will collect 7% sales tax even on gifts
  • Buyers in Lake or Porter county skipping the emissions test and being unable to complete registration
  • Using a generic out-of-state odometer disclosure instead of the Indiana-compliant disclosure on Form 44237

Pro Tip

Use our Indiana vehicle bill of sale generator to produce a Form 44237-compliant document with the VIN, 7% tax acknowledgment, and odometer disclosure already in place — ready to take to any Indiana BMV branch within the 45-day window.

Indiana Vehicle Bill of Sale — FAQs

How much is sales tax on a used car in Indiana?
Indiana charges a flat 7% state sales tax on motor vehicle purchases, calculated on the sale price. There are no county or city add-on taxes for vehicles, so the rate is identical statewide. The buyer pays the tax to the BMV when titling the vehicle, not to the seller. If you trade in a vehicle at a dealer, the trade-in value reduces the taxable amount, but private-party trade-ins do not get the same break under Indiana law.
How long do I have to transfer the title in Indiana?
Indiana law gives buyers 45 days from the date of purchase to apply for a new title and register the vehicle at a BMV branch. Missing the deadline triggers an administrative penalty (typically around $30) on top of the regular title fee. To meet the deadline you need the assigned title, Form 44049, Form 44237 (bill of sale), proof of insurance, and payment for tax and fees. Out-of-state buyers should plan even earlier to allow for paperwork transit.
Does Indiana require a vehicle inspection before sale?
No. Indiana does not have a statewide safety inspection program, so most vehicles can be bought, sold, and registered without any mechanical inspection. The only exception is emissions testing, which is required for vehicles registered in Lake County or Porter County in northwest Indiana (the Gary/Hammond area near Chicago). Vehicles between 4 and 25 model years old must pass an I/M emissions check there before the BMV will issue plates or renewals.
Do I need a notary on an Indiana bill of sale?
No, Indiana does not require notarization on the bill of sale or on the title assignment for standard private-party vehicle sales. Form 44237 is valid with just the buyer and seller signatures. However, the odometer disclosure must still be completed accurately for any vehicle less than 20 years old, and both parties should keep signed copies for their records and for the BMV file.

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