Connecticut Vehicle Bill of Sale
Create a free Connecticut vehicle bill of sale. Notarization is recommended but not required for a Connecticut vehicle bill of sale. Fill in the details, preview it live, and download a PDF or email it.
Connecticut vehicle requirements
Connecticut requires a bill of sale to register/title a vehicle and publishes an official form (H-31), but the bill of sale does not need to be notarized.
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⚠ Connecticut requires a bill of sale to register/title a vehicle and publishes an official form (H-31), but the bill of sale does not need to be notarized.
Vehicle Bill of Sale (Connecticut)
1. Parties
This Bill of Sale is made on ________________ between [SELLER NAME] ("Seller") and [BUYER NAME] ("Buyer"). The Seller sells and transfers to the Buyer all of the Seller's right, title, and interest in the vehicle described below.
2. Description of Vehicle
[Enter the vehicle details]
3. Purchase Price
For valuable consideration, the Buyer pays the Seller the total purchase price of $________, paid in full, receipt of which the Seller acknowledges.
4. Delivery
The Seller delivers possession of the vehicle to the Buyer on ________________, unless the parties agree otherwise in writing.
5. Federal Odometer Disclosure
Federal law (the Truth in Mileage Act, 49 CFR Part 580) generally requires the Seller to disclose the vehicle's mileage at the transfer of ownership, EXCEPT for vehicles 20 or more model years old, vehicles with a gross weight rating over 16,000 lbs, and non-self-propelled vehicles (such as trailers). If this disclosure is required for this vehicle, 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 stated is in excess of the odometer's mechanical limits; ( ) the odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage (WARNING — ODOMETER DISCREPANCY).
Buyer acknowledges receipt of this odometer disclosure: Signature: ______________________ Printed name: ______________________ Date: ____________
6. Condition and Warranties
The Buyer has had the opportunity to inspect the vehicle and accepts it in its current condition.
The vehicle is sold "AS-IS, WHERE-IS," with all faults. Except for the warranty of title below, the Seller makes no warranties, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Warranty of title: 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.
7. Governing Law
This Bill of Sale is governed by the laws of the State of Connecticut.
Signatures
By signing below, the Buyer and Seller acknowledge that they have read, understand, and agree to this Bill of Sale.
Signature: _______________________________________
Seller — Printed name: ______________________
Address: ______________________________________
Date: ________________
Signature: _______________________________________
Buyer — Printed name: ______________________
Address: ______________________________________
Date: ________________
Email yourself a copy (PDF)
This is a self-help template, not legal advice. Confirm Connecticut's requirements before signing.
Connecticut Vehicle Requirements
Connecticut requires a bill of sale to title or register a vehicle. Notarization is recommended but not required for a Connecticut vehicle bill of sale. Connecticut publishes an official form (Form H-31 (Bill of Sale)).
Federal law (49 CFR Part 580) requires the seller to provide a written odometer disclosure on transfer for vehicles under 20 model years old; vehicles 20 model years old and older are exempt from federal odometer disclosure (the federal exemption threshold was extended from 10 to 20 model years effective for transfers on/after Jan 1, 2021). Connecticut's Form H-31 includes an odometer reading field, and when buying from a licensed dealer/leasing company a separate Federal Odometer Statement is supplied; the odometer reading is a field on the CT bill of sale form.
Source: Connecticut DMV — "Get a vehicle bill of sale" and "Proof of vehicle ownership" (Form H-31) · official form.
What to Include
A vehicle bill of sale documents the sale of a car, truck, or SUV between a buyer and seller. It records the price, the vehicle details, and the odometer reading, and serves as proof of the transfer for titling and registration at the DMV.
- Year
- Make
- Model
- VIN — Vehicle Identification Number
- Odometer (miles) — Required for the federal odometer disclosure
- Sale price, date, and both signatures
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a vehicle bill of sale need to be notarized in Connecticut?
Notarization is recommended but not required for a Connecticut vehicle bill of sale.
Do I need a bill of sale for a vehicle in Connecticut?
Yes — Connecticut requires it to title or register the vehicle.
Can I download or email the vehicle bill of sale?
Yes — fill in the form above, then download the PDF or email a copy to yourself. Both buyer and seller should sign.
Disclaimer
This Connecticut vehicle bill of sale generator is a self-help tool for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Confirm Connecticut's requirements before signing.