How to Fill Out a Bill of Sale in Iowa
A step-by-step guide to every field on an Iowa vehicle bill of sale — with a free filled-in example you can download instantly.
Iowa has no official bill of sale form and no state DMV counter for this job — the entire transfer runs through the COUNTY TREASURER's motor vehicle department, and what the treasurer collects isn't technically sales tax but a one-time registration "fee for new registration" of 5% of the price. Same math, different name, and it matters because the fee is calculated from the price on your bill of sale (or the Transfer/Sale Date section on Iowa titles issued since September 2023). Fill in the eight essentials (parties, vehicle, VIN, odometer, true price, date, both signatures — Iowa's title rules show no notary step), and note Iowa's paired seller/buyer duties: the buyer titles within 30 days at a county treasurer; the seller should complete the "notice of sale" portion attached to Iowa titles (or report online) so the county records the handover date.
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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 We check these requirements against official state sources, but details can go out of date.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 If you notice anything wrong or outdated, email support@billofsale.app.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)
- Note: the buyer pays Iowa tax at registration (5% — Fee for New Registration)
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 Iowa Example
Use the generator above to create a filled-in Iowa bill of sale example in under 60 seconds. Fields are set up for Iowa — no notary section, IA vehicle tax at 5%, and 30-day title transfer deadline noted.
Other Forms Required in Iowa
Along with the bill of sale, you may need these additional documents for an Iowa vehicle transfer:
- Form 411007 (Application for Certificate of Title and/or Registration)
- Form 411108 (Damage Disclosure Statement — vehicles 7 model years old or newer)
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Iowa call it a "fee for new registration" instead of sales tax?
Where does an Iowa title transfer happen?
What should an Iowa bill of sale include?
Does Iowa require notarization?
Iowa Bill of Sale Form
Documents a private vehicle sale in Iowa (price and odometer). Submitted with the assigned title and Form 411007 at the county treasurer's office when the title lacks the Transfer/Sale Date section (Iowa titles issued since September 2023 include it); the price sets the 5% fee for new registration (§321.105A).
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