Free Michigan Free Printable Bill of Sale
Michigan accepts any written or printed bill of sale for private vehicle sales — the Secretary of State does not require a specific BOS form. The buyer must submit the signed title along with the TR-11L or TR-12 title application to an SOS branch within 15 days of purchase to avoid late title fees.
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Michigan Free Printable Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
SOS
Michigan Secretary of State
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
0.06%
Title Required
Yes
Inspection
Not required
Michigan Free Printable Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Write or print the bill of sale with both parties' full legal names and addresses
- Include the 17-digit VIN, year, make, model, body style, and odometer reading
- State the full sale price in both numerals and words
- Both buyer and seller sign and date the bill of sale
- Seller must sign the back of the title and complete the odometer disclosure section
- Buyer completes TR-11L (or TR-12 for lien vehicles) title application and brings both to SOS within 15 days
- Pay the 6% use tax at the SOS branch at time of title transfer
Common Pitfalls
- The 15-day title transfer window is firm — missing it results in a $15 late fee that increases over time
- Sellers who do not complete the odometer disclosure on the title face federal odometer fraud liability
- Michigan does not require a separate BOS form, but the title must be properly assigned — a BOS without a signed title transfer is not sufficient
- No vehicle inspection is required at time of sale, but buyers should conduct a pre-purchase inspection independently
- Failing to remove license plates before the buyer drives away — Michigan plates stay with the seller, not the vehicle
Michigan Free Printable Bill of Sale — FAQs
Does Michigan require a bill of sale to be notarized?
No. Michigan does not require notarization of a vehicle bill of sale. Signatures from both the buyer and seller are sufficient.
What forms does the buyer need to bring to the SOS office?
The buyer needs the signed bill of sale, the seller-assigned title (with odometer disclosure), and the completed TR-11L title application. Payment for the 6% use tax and title fee is also required.
How many copies should I make?
At least two signed copies — one for the buyer's SOS submission and one for the seller to keep as proof of the sale.
Can I use any written document as a bill of sale in Michigan?
Yes. Michigan law does not require a specific BOS form. Any written document that includes the key details — VIN, sale price, parties, date, and signatures — serves as a valid bill of sale.