North Carolina Bill of Sale

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

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North Carolina: filed with NCDMV. Signatures on the title assignment must be notarized.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 North Carolina

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

North Carolina bill of sale requirements

Vehicle agencyNCDMV
Official formNo dedicated statewide bill of sale form; a written bill of sale with the details below is accepted.
NotarySignatures on the title assignment must be notarized.
BoatsRegistered with NC Wildlife Resources Commission
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 NCDMV's website before your appointment.

Bring to the NC 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

North Carolina bill of sale questions

Does North Carolina require a bill of sale?

North Carolina's NCDMV 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 North Carolina bill of sale need to be notarized?

The bill of sale itself does not, but in North Carolina signatures on the title assignment must be notarized. Since you will be at the notary anyway, having the bill of sale notarized too costs little.

Where do I register a vehicle bought in North Carolina?

With NCDMV. 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 North Carolina?

Boats are registered with NC Wildlife Resources Commission. Bring the bill of sale with the hull ID (HIN), the previous registration or title, and your ID.

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