Free West Virginia Free Printable Bill of Sale
West Virginia's official bill of sale is Form DMV-7-TR, and the DMV requires a notarized bill of sale signed by both parties only when the price is below 50% of NADA Clean Loan Book value. Buyers must also complete Form DMV-1-TR (Application for Certificate of Title) and submit it to the WV DMV to obtain a new title. A state safety inspection is mandatory before the vehicle can be registered in the buyer's name, and the vehicle must be registered and titled before it is driven on a highway.
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West Virginia Free Printable Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
WV DMV
West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
5%
Title Required
Yes
Inspection
Required
West Virginia Free Printable Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Print the bill of sale with the VIN, year, make, model, odometer reading, purchase price, sale date, and full names, addresses, and signatures of both parties
- Download and complete Form DMV-1-TR (Application for Certificate of Title) from the WV DMV website
- Seller signs the title assignment section on the back of the existing West Virginia title
- Obtain a West Virginia state safety inspection at a licensed inspection station — required before registration can be completed
- Bring the signed title, completed DMV-1-TR, a notarized bill of sale if the price is below 50% of NADA Clean Loan Book value, inspection certificate, and photo ID to a regional WV DMV office
- Pay the 6% titling tax at the DMV office
- Complete the transfer before driving on a highway — West Virginia sets no fixed day count, and allows up to 10 days on the seller's registration only with written consent
Common Pitfalls
- A safety inspection is a hard requirement in West Virginia — the DMV will not register the vehicle without a current, valid inspection sticker from a licensed WV station
- Omitting Form DMV-1-TR means the DMV cannot issue a new title to the buyer, even if the bill of sale is perfectly complete
- A notarized bill of sale is required only when the price is below 50% of NADA Clean Loan Book value, and it will not substitute for any missing forms or signatures on the title
- West Virginia checks sale prices against NADA Clean Loan Book value; a price below 50% of it is taxed on book value unless a notarized bill of sale is attached, and a non-dealer vehicle 2 years old or newer is taxed on book value regardless
- Buyers who drive the vehicle before completing the inspection and registration are operating an unregistered vehicle and may face fines
West Virginia Free Printable Bill of Sale — FAQs
Does West Virginia require a specific bill of sale form?
West Virginia's official form is DMV-7-TR, and a notarized bill of sale is required only when the price is below 50% of NADA Clean Loan Book value. Form DMV-1-TR (Application for Certificate of Title) is the separate title application submitted to the DMV to obtain a new title.
Does a West Virginia bill of sale need to be notarized?
Only if the price is below 50% of the vehicle's NADA Clean Loan Book value — then a notarized bill of sale signed by both parties must accompany the title application, or tax is assessed on book value. At 50% or more, no notarized bill of sale is needed.
Is a safety inspection required when buying a used car in West Virginia?
Yes. West Virginia requires a state safety inspection before a vehicle can be registered in the new owner's name. The buyer must take the vehicle to a licensed WV inspection station and obtain a passing certificate before visiting the DMV.
What is Form DMV-1-TR and why is it required?
DMV-1-TR is West Virginia's Application for Certificate of Title. It must be completed by the buyer and submitted to the WV DMV along with the signed title (and a notarized bill of sale if the price is below 50% of NADA Clean Loan Book value). Without this form, the DMV cannot legally transfer ownership to the buyer.
How long do I have to complete the title transfer in West Virginia?
West Virginia sets no fixed day count. The buyer must register the vehicle and apply for a new title before driving it on a highway; the only allowance is up to 10 days on the seller's registration, with the seller's written consent.