Bill of Sale Contract - Free Bill of Sale Form (US)

What Is a Bill of Sale?

A BILL OF SALE IS:

A general form that documents the transfer of a used or
high-valued item from a seller to a buyer
A sales receipt for the purchase of vehicles, animals, and personal property such as bikes and firearms
Proof that a private sale occurred between friends, family, or acquaintances, or through a buy, sell, and trade website

What Information Is Required in a
Bill of Sale?

Information required in a Bill of Sale includes:

Date of purchase
Location of property
Contact details for both the buyer and seller
Description and condition of the item
Sale price and form of payment
Liens or loans on the property

What Items Should Be Sold With a
Bill of Sale?

A Bill of Sale is most commonly used for the private sale of:

Vehicles: cars, motorcycles, and RVs
Animals: cats, dogs, horses, and other livestock
Firearms

A Bill of Sale can also be used for the following
exchange of goods:

Boats or other watercrafts
Airplanes or other aircrafts
Electronics: cell phones, computers, and gaming consoles
Personal property: bicycles, musical instruments, and jewelry
Appliances, tools, furniture, and exercise equipment

Why Do I Need a Bill of Sale?

Creating a Bill of Sale benefits both the buyer and seller.

For the seller, a Bill of Sale:

Demonstrates proof that an exchange of goods took place
Protects them from any liability related to the quality or lifespan
of the item if sold "as-is without any warranties"

For the buyer, a Bill of Sale:

Demonstrates proof of payment for the item
Transfers legal ownership of the item to the buyer
May be required for registration or insurance of the purchased item under the buyer's name

When Do I Use a Bill of Sale?

Use a Bill of Sale when:

Payment will be made in full at the time of exchange
You are selling personal property in "as-is" condition. An "as-is" sale protects the seller from any liability related to defects or deficiencies in the product after the exchange.

Bill of Sale Sample

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Virginia
County: _______________

$____________ USD

Bill of Sale of Vehicle

IN CONSIDERATION OF the sum of $____________ USD, inclusive of all sales taxes, paid by bank draft, the receipt of which consideration is acknowledged, __________ of __________ (the 'Seller'), SELLS AND DELIVERS to __________ of __________ (the 'Purchaser'), the following vehicle (the 'Vehicle'):

Make ________________________	Model __________	Year __________
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) _____________________________	Odometer Reading __________ miles	Body Type __________

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.

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. Further, the Seller disclaims any warranty as to the condition 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. 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 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. This Bill of Sale will be construed in accordance with and governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia.

SIGNED, SEALED, AND DELIVERED this ________ day of ________________, ________.			_____________________________ __________ (Seller)

Federal and State Law requires that the Seller state the Mileage upon transfer of ownership. Failure to complete or providing an inaccurate or untruthful statement may result in fines and/or imprisonment.

Odometer Disclosure Statement

I, __________ of __________ (the 'Seller'), STATE AND DECLARE that the following vehicle's (the 'Vehicle') odometer reads as follows:

Make ________________________	Model __________	Year __________
Current Odometer Reading __________ miles	Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) _____________________________	Body Type __________

I CERTIFY that to the best of my knowledge the odometer reading as stated above reflects the actual mileage of the Vehicle. I CERTIFY that the odometer of the Vehicle was not altered, set back, or disconnected while in my possession, and I have no knowledge of anyone else doing so.

SIGNED, SEALED, AND DELIVERED this ________ day of ________________, ________.			___________________________ Seller: __________ Address: __________

Bill of Sale

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What type of property is being sold?

What Is a Bill of Sale?

A BILL OF SALE IS:

What Information Is Required in a
Bill of Sale?

Information required in a Bill of Sale includes:

What Items Should Be Sold With a
Bill of Sale?

A Bill of Sale is most commonly used for the private sale of:

A Bill of Sale can also be used for the following
exchange of goods:

Why Do I Need a Bill of Sale?

For the seller, a Bill of Sale:

For the buyer, a Bill of Sale:

When Do I Use a Bill of Sale?

Use a Bill of Sale when:

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What type of property is being sold?

What Is a Bill of Sale?

A BILL OF SALE IS:

What Information Is Required in a Bill of Sale?

Information required in a Bill of Sale includes:

What Items Should Be Sold With a Bill of Sale?

A Bill of Sale is most commonly used for the private sale of:

A Bill of Sale can also be used for the following exchange of goods:

Why Do I Need a Bill of Sale?

For the seller, a Bill of Sale:

For the buyer, a Bill of Sale:

When Do I Use a Bill of Sale?

Use a Bill of Sale when:

Bill of Sale Sample

Do I Need Another Type of Sales Form?

One of these forms may be what you're looking for:

What Information Is Required in a
Bill of Sale?

What Items Should Be Sold With a
Bill of Sale?

A Bill of Sale can also be used for the following
exchange of goods: