Maine Bill of Sale

Fill in a bill of sale for a car, boat or anything else sold in Maine. Preset with Maine's rules; print it or save it as a PDF.

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Maine: filed with Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). State rules

1 Seller and buyer

2 The motor vehicle

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Federal law requires an odometer disclosure for this vehicle (model year 2011 or newer, under 20 years old). How the rule works

3 Price and terms

Original · Seller

Vehicle Bill of Sale

State of Maine

I, __________________________ ("Seller"), of ________________________________, in exchange for the sum of $____________ (______________________________ dollars), paid by cash, the receipt of which is acknowledged, sell and transfer to __________________________ ("Buyer"), of ________________________________, the following motor vehicle:

Year______________
Make______________
Model______________
Body style______________
Color______________
VIN____________________________
Title number______________
Plate / registration no.______________

Odometer disclosure

Federal and state law require you to state the mileage upon transfer of ownership. Failure to complete or providing a false statement may result in fines and/or imprisonment. I, the Seller, state that the odometer now reads ____________ miles and to the best of my knowledge it reflects:

☒ the actual mileage☐ mileage in excess of its mechanical limits☐ not the actual mileage (warning: odometer discrepancy)

Terms

The motor vehicle is sold "as is, where is", with no warranty, express or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The Buyer has had the opportunity to inspect it and accepts it in its present condition.

The Seller states that they are the lawful owner, that the motor vehicle is free of all liens, loans and encumbrances, and that they have the right to sell it.

Signed on ____________________.

Seller signatureBuyer signature
Seller printed nameBuyer printed name

Maine bill of sale requirements

Vehicle agencyBureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV)
Official formNo dedicated statewide bill of sale form; a written bill of sale with the details below is accepted.
NotaryNot required for a standard private vehicle sale.
Older vehiclesVehicles model year 1994 and older are not titled, so the bill of sale carries the transfer.
OdometerFederal disclosure required for model year 2011 and newer vehicles until they are 20 years old.

Requirements can change, and county offices sometimes ask for extra documents. Check Bureau of Motor Vehicles's website before your appointment.

Bring to the ME office

  • Signed certificate of title (vehicles and titled boats)
  • This bill of sale, signed by both parties
  • Odometer disclosure, if the vehicle is under 20 years old
  • Proof of insurance and a photo ID
  • Payment for title, registration and sales or use tax

Maine bill of sale questions

Does Maine require a bill of sale?

Maine's Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) accepts a bill of sale as proof of the sale price and date, and asks for one in many situations (untitled vehicles, price disputes, sales tax). Our generated form contains the details motor vehicle offices look for.

Does a Maine bill of sale need to be notarized?

No. Maine does not require notarization of a vehicle bill of sale or title assignment in a normal private sale. A notarized document is still stronger evidence if the sale is ever disputed.

Where do I register a vehicle bought in Maine?

With Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). Bring the signed title, the bill of sale, proof of insurance, your ID and payment for title fees and sales or use tax. Check the agency's website for appointment rules.

How do I register a boat in Maine?

Contact Maine's boating agency (usually the fish and wildlife or natural resources department). Bring the bill of sale showing the hull ID (HIN), the prior registration and your ID.

What about older vehicles in Maine?

Vehicles model year 1994 and older are not titled, so the bill of sale carries the transfer.

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