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DMV Bill of Sale Form
dmv bill of sale
Bill of Sale Forms
both the buyer and the seller during the motor vehicle transaction.
It works in situations where the parties to a private vehicle sales transaction try to avoid legal issues in regards to the sale of a vehicle.
The DMV bill of sale form goes to the motor vehicle agency.
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Filling the bill of sale form is very clear and easy. You will need the following.
1. A description of the vehicle and the vehicle identification number known as VIN.
2. The final price the vehicle is sold.
3. Any warranty that may have been agreed upon.
4. The name of the seller and the buyer.
5. The county and state in which the vehicle was sold.
The description of the car should be detailed. They must include the actual make and model of the vehicle. The year in which the vehicle was manufactured, the style of the vehicle and color of the vehicle is important. Note that if the color of the vehicle has changed from the original color, it is important to equally state it in the form. Lastly under the vehicle information, the odometer reading and the seller registration number must be captured. Kindly note that the odometer reading must be captured as at the time of sale to be valid.
The seller and the buyer’s full names must be filled clearly. Writing name in initials is not allowed in this case. The address of the seller and buyer must be clear and verifiable. It should include both the city and state of the buyer and seller. Fill the final sale price of the vehicle and make sure it is the exact and correct amount as any discrepancies may throw up some legal issues in future. It is important to state here that if the car was obtained as a gift, kindly state it and state the relationship by checking the box appropriately.
There is a statement of declaration on the DMV bill of sale form, read it well and make sure you understand the implications. As a seller, you will have to sign on the form and put the date on the form.
The following are the reasons why DMV bill of sale form is very important to motor vehicle transactions.
The DMV bill of sale will protect you from buyer’s remorse, odometer fraud and any liens that are against the vehicle. It is important to state that by putting every detail about the car in writing as at the time of sale and having both the seller and buyer signing the DMV bill of sale form, you have documented evidence that there is no wrongdoing done by yourself in the transaction. Should there be any case of fraudulent transaction about the vehicle in future, you can prove your case easily and quickly.
The following added tips will make the DMV bill of Sale Form more authentic.
1. Though it might be optional in some states, you may include the signature of a notary public.
2. For as- is sales, it is advisable to put the signature of the buyer.
3. You can put a statement of warranty or the as-is condition. Although, this is optional.
4. You can have a witness. This is also optional.