Texas Bill of Sale

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

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Texas: filed with Texas DMV (county tax assessor-collectors). Official form: No bill of sale form is required; the buyer files Form 130-U with the signed title.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 Texas

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

Texas bill of sale requirements

Vehicle agencyTexas DMV (county tax assessor-collectors)
Official formNo bill of sale form is required; the buyer files Form 130-U with the signed title
NotaryNot required for a standard private vehicle sale.
BoatsRegistered with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
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 Texas DMV's website before your appointment.

Bring to the TX 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

Texas bill of sale questions

Does Texas require a bill of sale?

Texas does not require a separate bill of sale when a signed title is transferred, but the county office may ask for proof of the sale price for tax purposes, and a bill of sale is the simplest proof.

Does a Texas bill of sale need to be notarized?

No. Texas 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 Texas?

With Texas DMV (county tax assessor-collectors). 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 Texas?

Boats are registered with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Bring the bill of sale with the hull ID (HIN), the previous registration or title, and your ID.

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