Get a bill of sale from a regulatory agency. Many government agencies, like the Department of Motor Vehicles, for instance, offer bill of sale forms for public use. Using a form directly from a government agency ensures that you have all of the information required for your state.
A Minnesota bill of sale is a legal document that serves as proof of the transfer of ownership for various items, such as vehicles, boats, or personal property.
Minnesota laws requires that every motor vehicle be titled except the following: Vehicles owned by the U.S. government. A vehicle owned by a non-resident, not required by law to be registered in Minnesota.
Original signed Certificate of Title if the boat is coming from a state that titles boats or a registration card and bill of sale if the boat is coming from a state that does not title boats.
Although ALL trailers are registered, Minnesota does not title utility, boat, or snowmobile trailers with a gross vehicle weight of less than 3,000 pounds, unless there is a lien.
Minnesota Title Transfer Provide the Minnesota title for the vehicle to be transferred. All owners listed on the title must sign the title. Provide the mileage as it appears on the odometer. Provide the name and address of the lien holder, if applicable. Provide the name of the insurance company and the policy number.
Transfer of ownership is completed on the vehicle registration card, or by a written bill of sale which include a complete vehicle description (year, make, model, and vehicle identification number), purchaser's name, and date of sale. All owners (sellers) and buyers must sign the bill of sale.
Minnesota law requires a title be transferred within 10 business days of the date of sale to avoid a penalty. The Anoka County License Centers recommend that all buyers and sellers appear in person to complete the title transfer.
All vehicles required to be registered are subject to titling. Manufactured homes and park trailers are required to be titled. Utility trailers with a gross vehicle weight of 3,000 pounds or less that do not have a lien do not have to be titled.