Free North Carolina Free Printable Bill of Sale
NCDMV does not list a bill of sale for a vehicle bought from an individual, so a printed or handwritten BOS is a record for both parties rather than a required filing. The buyer must submit Form MVR-1 (title application) with the notarized, assigned title within 28 days of the transfer; North Carolina also imposes a 3% Highway Use Tax (HUT) in lieu of sales tax, and annual safety inspections are required.
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North Carolina Free Printable Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
NCDMV
North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
See state rules
Title Required
Yes
Inspection
Required
North Carolina Free Printable Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Write or print a bill of sale with both parties' full legal names, addresses, and signatures
- Record VIN (all 17 characters), year, make, model, and current mileage
- State the purchase price clearly — note that North Carolina's 3% Highway Use Tax (HUT) on a private sale is based on the vehicle's market value, not the price
- Seller assigns the certificate of title on the reverse side, before a notary (required on a North Carolina title)
- Buyer completes NCDMV Form MVR-1 (Application for Certificate of Title)
- Submit the assigned title and MVR-1 (both notarized) to a NCDMV license plate agency within 28 days — keep the BOS for your records
- Obtain a passing annual safety inspection (and emissions inspection if in a covered county) before registering
Common Pitfalls
- North Carolina's Highway Use Tax on a private sale is calculated on the vehicle's market value, not the purchase price — a below-market sale price won't reduce it
- Notarization is not required on the BOS, but the assignment on a North Carolina title and the MVR-1 title application must be notarized
- Buyers in certain counties (mainly urban Piedmont/Triangle/Charlotte) must also pass an OBD emissions inspection in addition to the safety inspection
- Missing the 28-day deadline results in a $20 civil penalty
- Sellers should keep a copy of the BOS and may want to notify NCDMV that the vehicle has been sold to protect against future liability
North Carolina Free Printable Bill of Sale — FAQs
What is North Carolina's Highway Use Tax (HUT)?
North Carolina replaced the traditional sales tax on vehicles with the 3% Highway Use Tax. There is no cap for ordinary passenger vehicles (the $2,000 cap covers only Class A/B commercial vehicles and RVs), and on a private sale it is based on the vehicle's market value from the state's value schedule, less any trade-in.
Is notarization required on a North Carolina vehicle bill of sale?
No. North Carolina does not require notarization of a private-party vehicle bill of sale. The assignment on a North Carolina title and the MVR-1 title application, however, must be notarized.
Does every county in North Carolina require an emissions inspection?
No. Emissions inspections are required only in certain counties, primarily in the Piedmont Triad, Research Triangle, and Charlotte metro areas. A safety inspection is required statewide. Check NCDMV's website to determine if your county requires emissions testing.
Where do I submit the title transfer paperwork in North Carolina?
The buyer takes the notarized, seller-assigned title and the completed MVR-1 to a NCDMV license plate agency (not a driver's license office); a BOS is not on NCDMV's list for a private purchase. Payment for the HUT and title fees is required at that time.
How many signed copies should stay on file?
Print at least two signed copies — one for the buyer to keep with the MVR-1 paperwork and one for the seller to retain.