Free Bill of Sale Template
Create a bill of sale for a vehicle, boat, trailer, firearm, or any item. Pick the item and your state, fill in the details, and download a ready-to-sign PDF or email it to yourself — with the federal odometer disclosure and your state's requirements built in.
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⚠ For an ordinary private vehicle sale Alabama does not require a notarized bill of sale, and ALDOR does not publish a general-purpose bill-of-sale form; a properly assigned title is the primary transfer document, while a bill of sale (with ALDOR's minimum fields) is used mainly for vehicles not subject to the title act, such as trailers or older exempt vehicles.
Vehicle Bill of Sale (Alabama)
1. Parties
This Bill of Sale is made on ________________ between [SELLER NAME] ("Seller") and [BUYER NAME] ("Buyer"). For good and valuable consideration, the Seller sells and transfers to the Buyer all right, title, and interest in the vehicle described below.
2. Description of Vehicle
[Enter the vehicle details]
3. Purchase Price
The Buyer pays the Seller the total purchase price of $________, paid in full, receipt of which the Seller acknowledges.
4. Federal Odometer Disclosure
Federal and state law require the Seller to state the mileage upon transfer of ownership. Failure to complete or providing a false statement may result in fines and/or imprisonment. The Seller certifies that the odometer reads ____________ miles and, to the best of the Seller's knowledge, reflects the actual mileage — UNLESS one of the following is checked: ( ) the mileage exceeds the odometer's mechanical limits; ( ) the odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage. WARNING: ODOMETER DISCREPANCY.
5. Condition and Warranties
The Buyer accepts the item in its present condition, "AS-IS, WHERE-IS," with all faults. The Seller makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the condition, merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose of the item.
The Seller warrants that the Seller is the lawful owner of the item, that it is free of all liens and encumbrances, and that the Seller has the right to sell it.
6. Governing Law
This Bill of Sale is governed by the laws of the State of Alabama. The Buyer and Seller acknowledge that they have read and understand this document.
Signatures
Executed on ______________.
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Seller — signature, printed name
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Buyer — signature, printed name
Email yourself a copy (PDF)
This is a self-help template, not legal advice. A bill of sale records a sale between a buyer and seller. Requirements vary by state and item — confirm your state's rules (notarization, DMV forms) before relying on it.
Bill of Sale by Item Type
Choose the document built for what you're selling — each includes the right fields (VIN, HIN, serial number) and requirements.
Bill of Sale by State
Each state page shows that state's specific requirements — whether a bill of sale is required to title a vehicle, whether it must be notarized, and the official DMV form.
What Is a Bill of Sale?
A bill of sale is a written record of a transaction in which a seller transfers ownership of an item to a buyer. It documents who sold what to whom, for how much, and on what date, and it usually states that the item is sold "as-is." For vehicles, boats, and other titled property, it serves as proof of the sale when you register or title the item.
While not every state requires a bill of sale for every transaction, having one protects both parties: it gives the buyer proof of ownership and the price paid, and it gives the seller a record that they no longer own (or owe for) the item. For motor vehicles, federal law also requires an odometer disclosure at the time of sale, which this generator includes automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this bill of sale legally valid?
Yes — a properly completed and signed bill of sale is a valid record of a sale. Some states or transactions require extra steps (notarization, an official DMV form), which this tool flags for your state. It is a self-help template, not legal advice.
Does a bill of sale need to be notarized?
In most states and for most items, no. A handful of states require notarization for vehicle bills of sale, and notarization is always available as an extra layer of proof. The generator turns on a notary block automatically where your state requires it.
Do I need a bill of sale to register a car?
It depends on the state. Some states require a bill of sale to title or register a vehicle; others use a title-application form instead but still recommend one. Your state page shows the specific rule.
Can I email or download the bill of sale?
Yes. Fill in the form, then download the PDF or email a copy to yourself. Print it, and have both the buyer and seller sign.