Tennessee Boat Bill of Sale

Create a free Tennessee boat bill of sale. Notarization is recommended but not required for a Tennessee boat bill of sale. Fill in the details, preview it live, and download a PDF or email it.

Tennessee boat requirements

Boats are registered (not titled) in Tennessee through the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA); all mechanically powered vessels and sailboats principally used in TN must be registered. When a boat is transferred between individuals, the county clerk certifies the application, collects tax, and usually requires a bill of sale. Boats built after 1972 must have a US Coast Guard-format Hull Identification Number (HIN); pre-1973 vessels are exempt. The Department of Revenue's Report of Casual or Isolated Sale of Vessel or Boat (RV-F1303401) and the Affidavit of Non-Dealer Transfers are the related official documents.

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Buyer

Boat Details

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⚠ Boats are registered (not titled) in Tennessee through the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA); all mechanically powered vessels and sailboats principally used in TN must be registered. When a boat is transferred between individuals, the county clerk certifies the application, collects tax, and usually requires a bill of sale. Boats built after 1972 must have a US Coast Guard-format Hull Identification Number (HIN); pre-1973 vessels are exempt. The Department of Revenue's Report of Casual or Isolated Sale of Vessel or Boat (RV-F1303401) and the Affidavit of Non-Dealer Transfers are the related official documents.

Boat Bill of Sale (Tennessee)

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 boat described below.

2. Description of Boat

[Enter the boat 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 boat to the Buyer on ________________, unless the parties agree otherwise in writing.

5. Condition and Warranties

The Buyer has had the opportunity to inspect the boat and accepts it in its current condition.

The boat 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.

6. Governing Law

This Bill of Sale is governed by the laws of the State of Tennessee.

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 Tennessee's requirements before signing.

Tennessee Boat Requirements

A boat bill of sale is your proof of the sale and of ownership in Tennessee. Notarization is recommended but not required for a Tennessee boat bill of sale.

Boats are registered (not titled) in Tennessee through the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA); all mechanically powered vessels and sailboats principally used in TN must be registered. When a boat is transferred between individuals, the county clerk certifies the application, collects tax, and usually requires a bill of sale. Boats built after 1972 must have a US Coast Guard-format Hull Identification Number (HIN); pre-1973 vessels are exempt. The Department of Revenue's Report of Casual or Isolated Sale of Vessel or Boat (RV-F1303401) and the Affidavit of Non-Dealer Transfers are the related official documents.

Source: Tennessee Department of Revenue — Vehicle Title & Registration (titling-a-vehicle page; SB-3 "Notarized Bill of Sale Is Not Sufficient Proof of Ownership"; VT-4 Odometer Disclosure and Exemption); Tenn. Code Ann. § 55-3-103.

What to Include

A boat bill of sale records the sale of a vessel, including the Hull Identification Number (HIN) and motor, and is used to register the boat with the state.

  • Year
  • Make
  • Model
  • Hull ID Number (HIN)
  • Length (ft)
  • Sale price, date, and both signatures

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a boat bill of sale need to be notarized in Tennessee?

Notarization is recommended but not required for a Tennessee boat bill of sale.

Do I need a bill of sale for a boat in Tennessee?

It is strongly recommended as proof of the sale and price, and may be needed for registration.

Can I download or email the boat 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 Tennessee boat bill of sale generator is a self-help tool for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Confirm Tennessee's requirements before signing.

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