Vehicle Bill of Sale
This Vehicle Bill of Sale (“Agreement”) is made on [Date] by and between:
Seller (Current Owner):
[Full Legal Name]
[Address]
[City, State, Zip]
Buyer (New Owner):
[Full Legal Name]
[Address]
[City, State, Zip]
Price, Method, and Receipt
The Parties fix the sale price at $[Amount]. Payment method: [Payment Method]. Date of payment: [Date of Payment]. Seller acknowledges receipt in full, inclusive of any prior deposit of $[Deposit] on [Deposit Date].
Delivery / Transfer Timing
Delivery occurs at [Location] on [Delivery Date/Time]. From delivery forward, Buyer bears risk of loss and responsibility for operation.
Vehicle Identification Details
Vehicle Identification:
VIN: [VIN]
Make: [Make]
Model: [Model]
Year: [Year]
Trim/Color: [Trim/Color]
License Plate (if known): [Plate Number]
Odometer: [Mileage]
Odometer Statement
At the time of transfer, odometer shows [Mileage]. Indicate:
☐ Actual ☐ Exceeds mechanical limits ☐ Not actual.
Title, Liens, and Payoff
Seller states title is free of undisclosed liens. Any recorded lien in favor of [Lienholder] will be released upon payoff; release evidence will be provided within [X] business days after funds clear.
Taxes, Registration, and Fees
Buyer agrees to submit paperwork and pay all taxes, title, and registration fees with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) / County Tax Assessor-Collector within [X] days after transfer.
Condition and Inspection Acknowledgment
Buyer confirms a chance to inspect/test and accepts the Vehicle AS‑IS unless a written warranty is attached. Promised items after closing: [List or “None”].
Notary / Witness (as applicable)
If required or requested, the Parties will sign before a notary or witnesses and attach the acknowledgment.
Governing Law / Venue
This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Texas. Venue lies in [County/City], Texas.
Entire Agreement; Changes
This Agreement supersedes all prior communications. Revisions must be signed by both Parties.
Texas Compliance Notes (placeholders)
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State Inspection & Emissions: [County requires emissions? ☐ Yes ☐ No | Inspection station #: ____ | Inspection date: ____ ].
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Title Application & Registration: [Buyer files Form 130‑U with County Tax Assessor‑Collector / TxDMV within ____ days].
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Sales/Use Tax at Title Transfer: [Amount or % placeholder; paid at County Tax Assessor‑Collector].
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Proof of Insurance: [Carrier, policy #, effective date; required before registration].
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Odometer & Lien Status: [Mileage at transfer: ____ ; Lienholder: ____ / “None”].
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Flood/Hail/Salvage Disclosure (if any): [Describe or “N/A”].
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Plates/Permits: [Temporary tags/plates handling per current TxDMV rules].
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Notary/Witness: [Usually not required for bill of sale; may be required for lien release or power of attorney].
State Inspection & Emissions: [County requires emissions? ☐ Yes ☐ No | Inspection station #: ____ | Inspection date: ____ ].
Title Application & Registration: [Buyer files Form 130‑U with County Tax Assessor‑Collector / TxDMV within ____ days].
Sales/Use Tax at Title Transfer: [Amount or % placeholder; paid at County Tax Assessor‑Collector].
Proof of Insurance: [Carrier, policy #, effective date; required before registration].
Odometer & Lien Status: [Mileage at transfer: ____ ; Lienholder: ____ / “None”].
Flood/Hail/Salvage Disclosure (if any): [Describe or “N/A”].
Plates/Permits: [Temporary tags/plates handling per current TxDMV rules].
Notary/Witness: [Usually not required for bill of sale; may be required for lien release or power of attorney].
Signatures
Seller’s Signature: _______________________ Date: __________
Printed Name: _____________________________
Buyer’s Signature: ________________________ Date: __________
Printed Name: _____________________________
