Does a bill of sale have to be notarized in New York? No. A bill of sale for a private party vehicle transfer does not need to be notarized in New York.
As, with any legal written document a bill of sale can be handwritten.
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles requires each of the following documents, in order to properly transfer ownership of your vehicle: Signed bill of sale. "Transfer Ownership" section of title certificate filled out. Acceptable proof of ownership- title, NYS certificate (original copy)
Ready? Have with you: A completed Vehicle Registration / Title Application (MV-82) Proof you own the vehicle. Proof of your identity and age. Proof you have NY automobile liability insurance. Payment for fees and taxes, or proof of payment or exemption.
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles requires each of the following documents, in order to properly transfer ownership of your vehicle: Signed bill of sale. "Transfer Ownership" section of title certificate filled out. Acceptable proof of ownership- title, NYS certificate (original copy)
For a used vehicle bought from a private seller - the proof of ownership is the Certificate of Title (MV-999), or a transferable registration for 1972 or older models, signed over to you. The seller must complete, and you must acknowledge by signing, the appropriate odometer and damage disclosure statements.
While not required, as a legal document, a bill of sale can verify the terms of agreement for transfers of private property in New York. It can also protect the buyer against false claims, such as a claim that the seller did not agree to transfer ownership.