Bill of Sale of Automobile or Car with Disclaimer of Warranties
About this form
The Bill of Sale of Automobile or Car with Disclaimer of Warranties is a legal document that records the sale of a vehicle between a seller and a buyer. This form serves to transfer ownership while protecting the seller from future claims regarding the vehicle's condition. Unlike standard bills of sale, this document includes a disclaimer of warranties, which means the seller asserts that they make no promises about the vehicle's quality or fitness for a specific purpose.
What’s included in this form
- The names and addresses of both the seller and buyer.
- A detailed description of the automobile, including make, model, year, and VIN.
- A statement of the purchase price for the vehicle.
- A disclaimer of warranties from the seller, limiting liability.
- The date of the transaction and the seller's signature.
- A notary acknowledgment, which may be required in some jurisdictions.
Situations where this form applies
This form is essential when selling a vehicle privately to ensure that both parties have a clear record of the transaction. It is particularly useful in situations where the seller wishes to avoid liability for future issues with the vehicle, providing legal protection through the disclaimer of warranties. Use this form whenever you are transferring ownership of a car to another individual.
Who can use this document
This bill of sale is intended for use by:
- Private sellers transferring ownership of their vehicle.
- Buyers seeking documented proof of purchase.
- Individuals or businesses engaged in vehicle sales.
Steps to complete this form
- Identify the parties involved: Enter the names and addresses of both the seller and the buyer.
- Specify the property: Fill in the make, model, year, and VIN of the automobile being sold.
- Enter purchase details: State the agreed sale price for the vehicle.
- Provide the disclaimer: Review and include the disclaimer of warranties from the seller.
- Sign and date the document: Ensure both parties sign the form and include the date of the transaction.
- Consider notarization: Depending on state requirements, have the document notarized for added legal protection.
Does this document require notarization?
Notarization is required for this form to take effect. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you verify and sign documents remotely through an encrypted video session, available 24/7.
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If this form requires notarization, complete it online through a secure video call—no need to meet a notary in person or wait for an appointment.
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Avoid these common issues
- Failing to include complete and accurate vehicle details.
- Leaving out the purchase price or incorrect pricing.
- Not having both parties sign the document.
- Overlooking state-specific requirements for notarization.
Advantages of online completion
- Convenience: Download the form instantly from anywhere, at any time.
- Editability: Make changes easily before finalizing the sale.
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1The date of the sale.2A description of the car, including its: Year, make and model.3The selling price of the car. If the car is a gift or partial gift, you should still create a bill of sale.4Warranty information.5The full names, addresses and signatures of the buyer and seller.
Can a Bill of Sale Be Handwritten? A bill of sale is a legal document that verifies you have sold your car and provides basic information about the vehicle or any other item and the terms of the sale.As, with any legal written document a bill of sale can be handwritten.
A Bill of Sale is a sales receipt used to document a transaction between a seller and a buyer. It provides proof that the ownership of an item was transferred from one party to another. With a Bill of Sale, the item is generally sold "as is".
In simple terms, a bill of sale agreement is nothing more than a contract for the purchase of a vehicle between a buyer and a seller.In most cases, the contract is legally binding between buyer and seller as long as the bill of sale follows guidelines required in the state where the sale or transfer takes place.
The full names and contact information of the buyer and seller. A statement that transfers ownership of the item from the seller to the buyer. A complete description of the item being purchased. A clause indicating the item is sold "as-is"
The identity of the buyer and the seller. a statement that the owner has legal title to the property. a description of the property, including an 'as is' statement. the purchase price. whether any liens on the property exist. the signature of the seller. the date of the sale.
A bill of sale should, at a minimum, include information identifying the parties to the transaction (the buyer and seller), the total purchase price, and a specific description of the item that was sold.Sales of motor vehicles should also include the odometer reading at the time of the transfer between parties.
As, with any legal written document a bill of sale can be handwritten. A bill of sale can be handwritten as long as it includes the information listed above.
