Boat Bill of Sale Template

Boat Bill of Sale Template

1. Sale and Vessel Identification

This Boat Bill of Sale (“Bill of Sale”) is made on:

Date of Sale: [MM/DD/YYYY]
Location of Sale (City, State/Province, Country): [Location]

2. Seller Information

Seller Full Legal Name: [Seller Full Name]
Seller Address: [Street Address, City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]
Seller Phone: [Seller Phone Number]
Seller Email: [Seller Email Address]

3. Buyer Information

Buyer Full Legal Name: [Buyer Full Name]
Buyer Address: [Street Address, City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]
Buyer Phone: [Buyer Phone Number]
Buyer Email: [Buyer Email Address]

4. Boat / Vessel Information

Year: [Boat Year]
Make: [Boat Make]
Model: [Boat Model]
Hull Identification Number (HIN): [HIN]
Registration Number (if applicable): [Registration Number]
Vessel Name (if any): [Vessel Name]
Length: [Length in feet/meters]
Hull Material: [Fiberglass / Aluminum / Wood / Other]
Type of Vessel: [Sailboat / Powerboat / Personal Watercraft / Other]
Primary Color: [Color]
Secondary Color (if any): [Color or “N/A”]

5. Included Equipment and Accessories

The sale includes the following equipment and accessories (if any):

• [Safety equipment, e.g., life jackets, flares, fire extinguisher]

• [Electronics, e.g., GPS, fish finder, radio]

• [Covers, cushions, anchor, lines, fenders]

• [Other items]

If certain items are specifically excluded, list them here: [Excluded Items]

6. Trailer Information (If Included in the Sale)

Trailer is included in the sale:
☐ Yes
☐ No

If Yes, complete the following:

Trailer Year: [Trailer Year]
Trailer Make: [Trailer Make]
Trailer Model: [Trailer Model]
VIN / Serial Number: [Trailer VIN/Serial]
License Plate Number (if applicable): [Plate Number]
Number of Axles: [Number of Axles]

7. Motor / Engine Information (If Included in the Sale)

Motor/Engine is included in the sale:
☐ Yes
☐ No

If Yes, complete the following:

Type of Motor: [Outboard / Inboard / Sterndrive / Other]
Manufacturer: [Motor Manufacturer]
Horsepower: [HP]
Year: [Motor Year]
Model: [Motor Model]
Serial Number: [Motor Serial Number]
Number of Engines: [Number]

8. Purchase Price and Payment

Total Purchase Price for Boat (and any included Trailer/Motor): [Currency and Amount]

Payment Method (check one):
☐ Cash
☐ Certified check
☐ Bank transfer
☐ Other: [Describe Payment Method]

Status of Payment on Date of Sale:
☐ Paid in full
☐ Partial payment; remaining balance due: [Currency and Amount]

If any portion of the price will be paid later, the parties may sign a separate payment agreement or promissory note.

9. Transfer of Ownership

The Seller hereby sells, transfers, and conveys to the Buyer all rights, title, and interest in and to the Boat/Vessel described in Section 4, together with any included Trailer and Motor described in Sections 6 and 7, in exchange for the Purchase Price stated in Section 8.

The Buyer acknowledges receipt of the Boat/Vessel (and any included Trailer and Motor) and accepts ownership as of the Date of Sale.

10. Liens and Encumbrances

The Seller states that:

☐ The Boat/Vessel (and any included Trailer and Motor) is free and clear of all liens, loans, and other encumbrances.

☐ The Boat/Vessel and/or equipment is subject to the following lien(s) or security interest(s):

• Lienholder Name: [Lienholder Name]

• Lienholder Address: [Lienholder Address]

• Loan/Account Number: [Loan or Account Number]

If any lien exists, the parties should separately agree how the lien will be paid and released and what documents will be provided to complete clear transfer of title/registration.

11. Condition of Boat and “As-Is” Sale

Unless specifically stated otherwise in this Section 11, the Boat/Vessel (and any included Trailer and Motor) is sold “as is” and “with all faults.”

By signing this Bill of Sale:

• The Buyer acknowledges that they have had the opportunity to inspect the Boat/Vessel, Trailer, Motor, and equipment, or to have them inspected by a marine surveyor or mechanic of their choice.

• The Seller makes no promises or guarantees, express or implied, about the condition, seaworthiness, performance, or fitness of the Boat/Vessel, Trailer, Motor, or equipment for any particular purpose, except as expressly stated in writing in this document.

Optional Limited Warranty (complete only if the Seller is providing a limited warranty):

☐ The Seller provides the following limited warranty:
Warranty Description: [Short description, e.g., “30 days on engine block only”]
Warranty Start Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]
Warranty End Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

If this box is not checked, no warranty is provided and the sale is “as is.”

12. Taxes, Fees, and Registration

Unless otherwise agreed in writing:

• The Buyer is responsible for paying any sales/use tax, registration fees, title fees, harbor fees, and other charges required by the relevant boating or motor vehicle authorities.

• The Buyer is responsible for registering the Boat/Vessel (and any included Trailer and Motor, if required) in their name and completing any necessary title or documentation transfers.

13. Additional Terms (Optional)

The parties agree to the following additional terms, if any:

[Additional term 1]
[Additional term 2]
[Additional term 3]

14. Acknowledgments

Seller’s Acknowledgment:
By signing below, the Seller certifies that they are the lawful owner of the Boat/Vessel (and any included Trailer and Motor) or authorized to sell it, that the information in this Bill of Sale is true and correct to the best of their knowledge, and that they are transferring ownership to the Buyer.

Buyer’s Acknowledgment:
By signing below, the Buyer certifies that they have reviewed this Bill of Sale, understand and accept the terms of the sale, and acknowledge receipt of the Boat/Vessel (and any included Trailer and Motor), along with any available titles/documents, keys, and accessories.

15. Signatures

Seller Signature: _______________________________
Seller Printed Name: [Seller Full Name]
Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

Buyer Signature: _______________________________
Buyer Printed Name: [Buyer Full Name]
Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

16. Witness / Notary (If Desired or Required)

Witness Signature (optional): _______________________________
Witness Printed Name: [Witness Full Name]
Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

Notary (if required by local law):

State/Province of: [State/Province]
County of: [County]

Subscribed and sworn before me on this _____ day of __________, 20, by [Name(s) of Signer(s)].

Notary Public Signature: _______________________________
Notary Printed Name: [Notary Name]
My Commission Expires: [Date]
Notary Seal (if applicable)