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Free Minnesota Vehicle Bill of Sale

A Minnesota vehicle bill of sale documents the private sale of a car, truck, or SUV and supports the buyer's 10-day filing of Form PS2000 at a deputy registrar office. While the assigned title is the primary ownership document, Form PS2032 (the official MN Bill of Sale) creates a clean record of price, date, odometer reading, and the as-is condition for both parties.

Minnesota Requirements: Transfer title within 10 days. 6.875% sales tax.

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Transferring any motor vehicle? Our guide covers VIN verification, title transfer timelines, payment safety, and the eight things to do before handing over the keys — applicable to any car, truck, or SUV. Read: Car Bill of Sale: Complete Guide →

Minnesota Vehicle Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know

Primary Form
PS2032
Minnesota Bill of Sale
Agency
MN DVS
Minnesota Department of Public Safety, Driver and Vehicle Services
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
0.065%
Title Required
Yes
Seller signs off the Minnesota title and completes the assignment on the back. Buyer files Form PS2000 (Application to Title and Register a Motor Vehicle) at a deputy registrar office within 10 days of the sale.
Inspection
Not required

Sales Tax Details

Minnesota charges a 6.5% Motor Vehicle Sales Tax (MVST) on the purchase price. MVST is separate from the general state sales tax and is collected by the deputy registrar at title transfer, not by the seller.

Exemption: Transfers between spouses, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, and grandchildren are exempt from MVST when the family relationship is documented on PS2000.

Inspection Requirements

Minnesota has no statewide safety inspection and no emissions inspection program. A bill of sale plus the assigned title and PS2000 are sufficient to transfer.

Registration

Registration for this vehicle type is handled by Processed at any deputy registrar office (county or private contract office) on behalf of MN DVS — not the same agency that handles cars in Minnesota. Plan for separate filings.

Minnesota Vehicle Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Complete Form PS2032 (MN Bill of Sale) with full names, addresses, VIN, year/make/model, sale price, and date
  2. Seller signs off the Minnesota title and fills in the odometer disclosure on the title assignment
  3. Buyer completes Form PS2000 (Application to Title and Register a Motor Vehicle)
  4. Buyer visits a deputy registrar office within 10 days with the assigned title, PS2000, PS2032, and proof of MN insurance
  5. Buyer pays 6.5% MVST on the purchase price plus the $10 transfer fee and $20 title filing fee
  6. Seller removes plates (plates stay with seller in MN) and notifies DVS of the sale online

Common Pitfalls

  • Missing the 10-day transfer deadline — late transfers can trigger penalties at the deputy registrar
  • Leaving plates on the vehicle — Minnesota plates stay with the seller and cannot transfer with the car
  • Forgetting to claim the family exemption on PS2000 — without documentation, MVST applies even between qualifying relatives
  • Assuming MVST is the same as MN sales tax — it is a separate 6.5% motor vehicle tax
  • Skipping the seller notification of sale to DVS, which can leave the seller exposed to tickets and tolls

Pro Tip

File Form PS2000 with the assigned title and PS2032 at any deputy registrar within 10 days. Pay 6.5% MVST plus the $10 transfer and $20 filing fees, and the title will be reissued to the buyer.

Minnesota Vehicle Bill of Sale — FAQs

How much tax do I pay on a private vehicle sale in Minnesota?
Minnesota imposes a 6.5% Motor Vehicle Sales Tax (MVST) on the purchase price of motor vehicles. MVST is separate from the general state sales tax and applies whether the vehicle is bought from a dealer or a private party. The deputy registrar collects MVST when the buyer files PS2000 to transfer the title. There is a $10 transfer fee and a $20 title filing fee on top of MVST. Family transfers between spouse, parent, child, sibling, grandparent, or grandchild are exempt with proper documentation on PS2000.
Where do I transfer a Minnesota title — at the DMV?
Minnesota does not use a centralized DMV for title transfers. The Department of Public Safety, Driver and Vehicle Services (MN DVS) sets the rules, but actual title and registration work happens at deputy registrar offices, which are operated by county governments or private contractors. You can find a deputy registrar in nearly every county and many cities. Bring the assigned title, completed Form PS2000, the PS2032 bill of sale, proof of MN insurance, and payment for MVST and fees.
How long do I have to transfer the title after buying a used car in MN?
Minnesota law requires the buyer to apply for title transfer within 10 days of the sale. Filing late at the deputy registrar can trigger penalties and complicate insurance and registration. The seller should also submit a notification of sale to MN DVS (available online) to stop being legally connected to the vehicle for tickets, tolls, and abandoned-vehicle issues. Both steps protect the parties and create a clean chain of title.
Does Minnesota require a safety or emissions inspection on private sales?
No. Minnesota has no statewide safety inspection and no emissions inspection program. A used vehicle can be sold and titled without any inspection certificate. That said, buyers should still arrange a pre-purchase mechanical inspection because the sale is as-is once PS2032 is signed and the title is assigned. Minnesota has no statutory used-car cooling-off period, so the bill of sale and the buyer's due diligence are the main protection against undisclosed defects.

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