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About the Free Printable Bill of Sale
A free printable vehicle bill of sale is a pre-formatted document that can be filled out by hand or on a computer, printed, and signed by both buyer and seller. While some states have official DMV forms, a well-formatted generic printable bill of sale is generally accepted where a bill of sale is needed, as long as it contains the required fields: seller and buyer identification, vehicle VIN, odometer reading, sale price, date, and both signatures.
When to Use This Form
Use a free printable bill of sale any time you need a paper copy for a private vehicle or property transaction. Print two copies — one for the buyer to submit at the DMV, one for the seller's records. If you need to fill out the form by hand at the point of sale, print the blank form ahead of time.
Legal Tip
Fill in all fields before printing. Do not leave blank spaces that could be filled in later. Both parties should initial any corrections made on the printed form. Never sign a blank bill of sale and hand it to the other party.
Fields Included in This Form
Year (required)
Make (required)
Model (required)
VIN (required)
Color (required)
Mileage (required)
License Plate (optional)
Odometer reading is accurate to the best of my knowledge (optional)
Lien Holder (if applicable) (optional)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I print a bill of sale at home?
Yes. A bill of sale printed at home on standard 8.5" × 11" paper works in most states. You do not need special paper, a notary seal, or an official DMV form for most states — your own printed form works as long as it contains the required information. A few states point to their own form instead: South Dakota law calls for a bill of sale approved and supplied by the Department of Revenue (Form 1025), and a vehicle with an Oklahoma electronic title is sold on the notarized Form 718. Check your state page.
Is a printable bill of sale the same as an official DMV form?
Most states accept a generic printable bill of sale for private vehicle transfers. Some states publish their own bill of sale forms — for example Arkansas (Form 10-313), New York (MV-912) and Florida (HSMV 82050) — while others publish none. Check your state's DMV website to confirm which documents are accepted for title transfer in your state.
What fields must a printable vehicle bill of sale include?
A valid printable vehicle bill of sale must include: (1) seller's full legal name, address, and signature; (2) buyer's full legal name and address; (3) vehicle year, make, model, and color; (4) full 17-character VIN; (5) exact odometer reading; (6) sale price in dollars; (7) date of sale; and (8) both parties' signatures. For vehicles of model year 2011 or newer, a federal odometer disclosure statement is also required.
Do I need to notarize a printed bill of sale?
Most states do not require notarization for a standard vehicle bill of sale, and the exceptions are narrower than commonly listed. Louisiana accepts one notarized document — the bill of sale, the invoice or the title assignment; West Virginia requires a notarized bill of sale only when the price is well below book value; North Dakota’s notarized bill of sale (SFN 2888) is used only when no title can be provided; and in Kentucky, North Carolina (NC titles), Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wyoming the notarization attaches to the title assignment instead, while Oklahoma notarizes a paper title’s assignment or Form 718 for an electronic title. Montana, often listed as a notary state, requires none. Narrower cases exist too: Honolulu (Hawaii) requires a notarized bill of sale when the recorded owner has not released the title; Arizona’s Form 38-1306, used instead of the signed title, must be notarized or acknowledged by an MVD agent; Maryland used a notarized bill of sale for some below-book-value sales until September 30, 2026; and Washington requires the buyer’s title application to be notarized unless it is signed in front of a vehicle licensing agent. Even where it is optional, notarizing adds legal weight and can help resolve disputes.
How many copies of a printable bill of sale should I make?
Print and sign at least two copies — one for the buyer (who will submit it to the DMV to transfer the title) and one for the seller (to keep as proof of sale). Some states recommend three copies. Both copies should be originals with wet ink signatures, not photocopies.
Can I use a printed bill of sale for a boat, motorcycle, or trailer?
Yes. A generic printable bill of sale works for boats, motorcycles, trailers, ATVs, and most other vehicles. However, for boats you should include the Hull Identification Number (HIN) instead of or in addition to a VIN, and for trailers you should note the GVWR. Our vehicle-specific templates include the correct fields for each type automatically.