How to Fill Out a Bill of Sale in New Mexico
A step-by-step guide to every field on a New Mexico vehicle bill of sale — with a free filled-in example you can download instantly.
New Mexico's tax structure surprises transplants in a good way: vehicles are EXEMPT from the state's gross receipts tax — the levy that hits most purchases at 7–9% — and pay a flat 4% Motor Vehicle Excise Tax instead, calculated on the declared price (or on NADA value if that price is under 80% of it). When the title's assignment section is incomplete, Form MVD-10009 carries the missing details: fill in the parties, vehicle, VIN, odometer, true price, date, and both signatures (no notary block), and the buyer takes it with the signed-over title to any MVD field office or — the New Mexico quirk — an MVD Express, the private franchised offices that process the same transactions with shorter lines for a service fee. Title and register within 30 days of the transfer; a $20 late transfer fee applies after that.
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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 We check these requirements against official state sources, but details can go out of date.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 If you notice anything wrong or outdated, email support@billofsale.app.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 New Mexico tax at registration (4% — Motor Vehicle Excise Tax)
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 New Mexico Example
Use the generator above to create a filled-in New Mexico bill of sale example in under 60 seconds. Fields are set up for New Mexico — no notary section, NM vehicle tax at 4%, and 30-day title transfer deadline noted.
Other Forms Required in New Mexico
Along with the bill of sale, you may need these additional documents for a New Mexico vehicle transfer:
- MVD 10002 (Application for Vehicle Title and Registration)
- MVD 10009 (Bill of Sale) — only if the title assignment is incomplete or its spaces are used up
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is New Mexico's vehicle tax only 4% when everything else is taxed higher?
What is MVD Express?
Is Form MVD-10009 required?
Does New Mexico require notarization?
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View New Mexico guide →MVD-10009
Documents a private vehicle sale in New Mexico for title transfer when the title assignment is incomplete. The declared sale price is used to calculate the 4% Motor Vehicle Excise Tax owed by the buyer, unless it is under 80% of NADA value.
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