Enter the transaction details
Add the buyer and seller information, vehicle details, VIN, odometer reading, purchase price, and date of sale.
Create a free, printable vehicle bill of sale for a private-party car transaction. Enter the buyer and seller information, vehicle year, make and model, VIN, odometer reading, purchase price, sale date, and payment terms. Choose an as-is vehicle bill of sale or include a written warranty, then download a PDF for both parties to review and sign.
A vehicle bill of sale records the details of a used car sale and provides written proof of the agreed purchase price, vehicle condition, and transaction date. When a car bill of sale says the vehicle is “sold as is,” the buyer accepts it in its current condition, except for any disclosures or written promises included in the agreement.
A bill of sale does not replace a properly assigned vehicle title or any additional forms required by the state. Depending on the transaction, you may also need an odometer disclosure, release of liability, notice of sale, tax form, or registration documents. Check your state DMV or motor vehicle agency for title-transfer, signing, notarization, and registration requirements. Both the buyer and seller should keep a signed copy.
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How It Works
Create a printable car bill of sale in three simple steps.
Choose the sale terms
Choose whether the vehicle is being sold as is or with a written warranty, then add any payment terms and known condition disclosures.
Review, download, and sign
Check the information, generate the PDF, and print a copy for the buyer and seller to review and sign.
Helpful information
Vehicle Bill of Sale FAQ
Common questions about private-party car sales, as-is terms, vehicle titles, and state requirements.
What is a vehicle bill of sale?
A vehicle bill of sale is a written record of a transaction between a buyer and seller. It normally identifies both parties, describes the vehicle, records the VIN, odometer reading, purchase price, sale date, and payment terms, and provides proof of the agreed transaction.
Can I create an as-is vehicle bill of sale?
Yes. An as-is vehicle bill of sale records that the car is being sold in its current condition without a seller-provided warranty, except for any specific promises or disclosures written into the agreement. State-required disclosures and protections may still apply.
What does “sold as is” mean on a car bill of sale?
When a car bill of sale states that the vehicle is “sold as is,” the buyer generally accepts its current condition at the time of sale. An as-is sale does not allow the seller to hide known title problems, provide false information, or ignore disclosures required by state or federal law.
Does a bill of sale transfer ownership of a vehicle?
A bill of sale documents the transaction, but it usually does not replace the vehicle title. Legal ownership is generally transferred through a properly assigned title and any additional forms required by the state DMV or motor vehicle agency.
What information should a car bill of sale include?
A car bill of sale should normally include the buyer and seller names, addresses, vehicle year, make, model, VIN, odometer reading, purchase price, sale date, payment terms, vehicle condition, warranty or as-is terms, and signatures of both parties.
Does a vehicle bill of sale need to be notarized?
Notarization requirements vary by state and transaction type. Some states may require a notarized signature or a separate official form, while others accept a signed bill of sale without notarization. Confirm the requirements with the applicable state agency before completing the sale.
Is a vehicle bill of sale required in every state?
No. Requirements differ by state. A bill of sale may be required for title transfer, registration, tax reporting, or proof of the purchase price, while another state may treat it as an optional transaction record. Separate title and odometer forms may still be required.
Can I use a bill of sale when the vehicle title is missing?
Do not assume that a bill of sale can replace a missing title. Before paying for the vehicle, contact the state DMV or motor vehicle agency to confirm the correct replacement-title or bonded title procedure. A buyer should also verify the seller’s identity, VIN, ownership, and lien status.
Do the buyer and seller both need a signed copy?
Both parties should keep a complete signed copy. The seller may need it to document the sale date and release of possession, while the buyer may need it for title, registration, tax, insurance, or recordkeeping purposes.
Important: SetFlip provides a general vehicle transaction document for informational purposes. It is not legal advice and does not replace official state forms, a vehicle title, or professional legal guidance.
