The Title to a vehicle (See the California Sample for reference) acts like the deed to real estate and is the official record-keeper of all owners of the vehicle. To register the vehicle with your State’s Bureau or Department of Motor Vehicles (BMV / DMV) the Title is necessary.

Vehicles that are either older that nine (9) years or over 16,000 pounds are exempt.

Otherwise the sale is not considered valid and the State will refuse to register the automobile under the Buyer’s name. Per federal law, all vehicles sold in the United State must have an Odometer Disclosure Statement attached to the Bill of Sale. Verbal agreements are not accepted in most States.

Additional Details – If there are any additional details in regards to the purchase and sale of the vehicle it should be mentioned.

Vehicle Condition – List any repairs or defects.

Liens and Encumbrances – If there are any existing liens on the vehicle they should be mentioned and stated how they shall be released.

Purchase Price – To be paid as a single payment, down-payment with balance to be paid later, payment with trade-in, or simple trade.

Vehicle Description – Body Type, Make, Model, Year, and any other information that should be mentioned.

Buyer and Seller information – Names and Mailing Addresses.

To be legal, it must contain the following: Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale – Adobe PDF, Microsoft Word (.docx) By State This form is legally required to facilitate the transfer of possession and to register the vehicle. This Bill of Sale will be construed in accordance with and governed by the laws of the State of Alabama.The motor vehicle bill of sale form is a written contract between a buyer and seller for the exchange of an automobile for cash, trade, or both. The Purchaser has been given the opportunity to inspect the Vehicle or to have it inspected and the Purchaser has accepted the Vehicle in its existing condition.

The Seller's above disclaimer of warranties does not, in any way, affect the terms of any applicable warranties from the manufacturer of the Vehicle. The Seller does not assume, or authorize any other person to assume on the behalf of the Seller, any liability in connection with the sale of the Vehicle. Further, the Seller disclaims any warranty as to the condition of the Vehicle. The Vehicle is being sold in an 'as is' condition and the Seller expressly disclaims all warranties, whether expressed or implied, including but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The Seller warrants that (1) the Seller is the legal owner of the Vehicle (2) the Vehicle is free from all liens and encumbrances (3) the Seller has full right and authority to sell and transfer the Vehicle and (4) the Seller will warrant and defend the title of the Vehicle against any and all claims and demands of all persons.

Free basic bill of sale